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Hamad International Airport signs MOU with Beijing Daxing International Airport
Hamad Al Khater, COO of Hamad International Airport, and Zhang Lin, CEO of Beijing Daxing International Airport, sign a Sister Airport partnership in Beijing. Image Courtesy: Hamad International Airport Hamad International Airport (DOH), Qatar's award-winning hub, has signed a Sister Airport Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX). The partnership advances Qatar–China cooperation and expands global air connectivity via Doha. The agreement, signed at Beijing Daxing's terminal, complements Qatar Airways' partnership with China Southern Airlines and the MoU between the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority (QCAA) and the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC). Together, these moves underscore aviation's role in driving economic growth, cultural exchange, and rising travel demand. Under the MoU, MATAR, the Qatar Company for Airports Management and Operation, and Beijing Capital International Airport Group Co., Ltd., operator of Beijing Daxing, will pursue joint projects to enhance passenger and cargo flows. Collaboration will focus on operations, technology, service design, and innovation, positioning both airports as leaders in hub excellence. Hamad International Airport connects to nine Chinese cities - Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Chongqing, Hangzhou, Xiamen, and Chengdu - as well as Hong Kong. These cities link to more than 120 global destinations through Doha, reinforcing Qatar's airport as the preferred Middle East hub for Chinese travellers. Hamad Al Khater, Chief Operating Officer at Hamad International Airport, said: "This opportunity affirms Hamad International Airport key role in driving aviation diplomacy, and advancing Qatar's partnership with China. By collaborating with Beijing Daxing, one of the world's most forward-looking airports, we are anticipating the evolving needs of tomorrow's travellers and shaping the future of global connectivity, with Doha as China's trusted gateway to the Middle East and beyond." Zhang Lin, CEO and President of Beijing Daxing International Airport, said: "As two important international aviation hubs in the world, Daxing Airport and Hamad Airport have formally established sister airport relations, and will start in-depth cooperation under the framework of the Belt and Road Initiative, work together to create a "golden channel" for airline network, build a "green corridor" for freight logistics, promote the "smart innovation" in operation and management, and continuously enhance the global competitiveness of the two hubs, thus becoming a deepening cultural exchange and cooperation between China and Qatar." The Sister Airport agreement builds upon successful initiatives between Qatar and China. Qatar Airways recently announced the expansion of its codeshare with China Southern. Starting 16 October 2025, Qatar Airways will share code on China Southern's three weekly direct flights between Beijing Daxing and Doha. Similarly, China Southern will expand its "CZ" code on Qatar Airways-operated flights beyond Doha to 15 destinations across Africa, Europe, and the Middle East. Beijing Daxing marks the second Chinese gateway served by China Southern Airlines' non-stop flights. Beijing also connects with Doha through Qatar Airways' and Xiamen Airlines' daily flights. With this frequency increase and codeshare expansion, Qatar Airways and its partners will now offer 64 weekly flights across eight gateways in Greater China. Beyond aviation, Qatar and China continue to strengthen ties through cultural and educational partnerships, including academic collaborations, joint exhibitions, and cultural showcases. These initiatives reaffirm both nations' commitment to deepening relations and expanding long-term cooperation across key sectors.
China World Summit Wing hosts the Beijing Vertical Run
Over 1,000 runners made their way to the heart of Beijing’s central business district to take part in this year’s Beijing Vertical Run. The event was held on Saturday, 13th September, at the China World Summit Wing. The Beijing Vertical Run had runners climbing up 80 floors, covering a vertical distance of 330 metres, and taking more than 2,000 steps to get to the finish line. More than a mere physical challenge, the Beijing Vertical Run served to celebrate the spirit of fitness and active living among participants who found themselves peering through at the glorious city skyline as they made their ascent. The perfect venue for a climb to the top Rising above the capital's vibrant CBD, China World Summit Wing, Beijing is Beijing's definitive Urban Lifestyle Destination, curating immersive stay, dining and wellness experiences that embraces life enrichment while inspiring people to live holistically, actively and sustainably. In a statement, its management declared: “As part of the Shangri-La Group, we identify with our group's global 'Triple S' strategy: Stay, Savour, Shine. The Beijing Vertical Run is our hallmark event to enhance the connection with our community.” China World Summit Wing, Beijing delivered an unparalleled race experience together with various industry leaders. Among this year’s supporters were the Hong Kong International Medical Clinic, Beijing as the event's exclusive Professional Healthcare Provider and HOKA as Leading Brand Sponsor. Other prizes were presented by Abyss & Habidecor, Aimer Move, Bopomofo, ffit8, LUZHOULAOJIAO, Toni & Guy, VOSS, War Horse, Yan's Palace, and Zhaopin.
Tourism Authority of Thailand launches Bangkok-Beijing Friendship Caravan
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) together with the Thai–Chinese Friendship Association launched the Once in a Lifetime Bangkok–Beijing Friendship Caravan on Friday, 29th August. The 16-day caravan journey celebrates the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Thailand and China. The sojourn runs from 10th to 25th October and spans more than 5,000 kilometres, beginning at Sanam Luang in Bangkok and concluding at Tiananmen Square in Beijing. The ceremonial announcement was presided over by former Thai Deputy Prime Minister and president of the Thai–Chinese Friendship Association Korn Dabbaransi in the presence of Yang Xiao Long, minister-counsellor in the cultural section of the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in Thailand, and TAT governor Thapanee Kiatphaibool. Kiathphaibool said: “This symbolic journey demonstrates the enduring friendship between Thailand and China and reflects the shared commitment to strengthen cultural and tourism exchanges. The caravan serves as a celebration of 50 years of diplomatic ties while building a bridge for two-way tourism, inviting Thai travellers to experience the beauty of China, and encouraging Chinese visitors to rediscover the warmth and diversity of Thailand.” Electric energy The caravan will be made up of 15 BYD Sealion 6DMH vehicles travelling through historic and cultural landmarks. Highlights include Xishuangbanna, Jinhong, Kunming, the capital of Yunnan Province, and Guiyang, the capital of Guizhou Province, home to the renowned Huangguoshu Waterfall. The journey will then continue through Hunan Province to Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, known as the “Avatar Mountains”, before heading north to Xi’an to view the Terracotta Army, continuing to Pingyao, and culminating in Beijing for the official 50th anniversary commemoration. The route will take participants from Bangkok via Phitsanulok, Phayao, and Chiang Khong, crossing into Lao PDR at Huai Sai and Bo Ten, and onward into China through Mohan Crossing, Xishuangbanna, Pu’er, Kunming, Guiyang, Fenghuang, Wulingyuan–Zhangjiajie, Xiangyang, Xi’an, Pingyao, and Baoding. The final stage in Beijing will feature a grand ceremony marking the 50th anniversary of Thai–Chinese diplomatic relations, during which participants will receive commemorative certificates before returning by air to Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport. The Bangkok–Beijing caravan is expected to generate wide exposure, with coverage by CCTV, China Daily, PPTV, and major online platforms across China, reaching an estimated audience of more than one billion. In partnership with BYD and Workpoint TV, the initiative underscores Thailand’s role as a welcoming destination for Chinese travellers, reinforcing cultural ties and enhancing confidence in bilateral tourism growth.
Morocco holds roadshow in Beijing, China
The Moroccan National Tourist Office (ONMT) kicked off its inaugural roadshow in Beijing, marking a key step in strengthening tourism relations between Morocco and China. As informed by a news report in China Daily. The event saw strong participation from a delegation of luxury and boutique hotels, travel agencies, and tourism service providers from Morocco. Nearly 100 professionals from China's tourism sector attended, engaging in direct exchanges aimed at fostering deeper connections between the two countries' tourism industries. Morocco has set its sights on the Chinese market, buoyed by the launch of direct flights from Beijing and Shanghai to Morocco in January. Hicham Bellaziz, ONMT's chief representative in China, revealed that these new routes are expected to bring in 100,000 more Chinese visitors by 2025, taking the total number of Chinese tourists to Morocco to approximately 250,000. The roadshow served as an important platform to highlight Morocco's rich tourism offerings and unique cultural attractions, offering Chinese tourists more opportunities to explore the country. Following the Beijing event, the roadshow will continue its journey to Shanghai on Thursday, where it will engage with local tourism professionals to further expand Morocco's presence in the Chinese market. Bellaziz emphasized that ONMT remains committed to working closely with China's tourism industry to promote Moroccan tourism, with plans to offer superior services and a wider range of tourism products to meet the growing demand. "We are fully prepared to welcome more Chinese tourists to discover Morocco's charm," he said.
Vietnam Airlines launches direct Ho Chi Minh City – Beijing route
Vietnamese flag carrier Vietnam Airlines meets growing passenger demands to and from China with a new direct flight service from Ho Chi Minh City to Beijing, China from 30th March. Flights will head to and take off from the Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX), considered the largest in the world The new route will operate five times a week every Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday, using Airbus A321 aircraft. The airline is also set to expand the frequency of its Hanoi – Beijing route via Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to seven flights per week. More options The launch of the new route and increased flight frequency to Beijing will provide passengers with more travel options, especially for those flying from southern Vietnam to the Chinese capital without the need for layovers. Beyond facilitating tourism and trade, the new route will also support bilateral cooperation, further reinforcing Vietnam Airlines’ role in connecting Vietnam with key markets in China and across Asia. With this new route, Vietnam Airlines will operate a total of six routes connecting Vietnam and China, including Hanoi – Beijing, Ho Chi Minh City – Beijing Daxing, Hanoi – Shanghai, Ho Chi Minh City – Shanghai, Hanoi – Guangzhou, and Ho Chi Minh City – Guangzhou. The total number of weekly flights between the two countries will reach 40, catering to the growing travel demand.
Philippine Airlines launches thrice-weekly Manila-Beijing service
Philippine Airlines is set to operate three nonstop flights per week between Manila and Beijing beginning 30th March. In doing so, the Philippine flag-carrier significantly expands its route network in China, offering flights to four major cities: Beijing, Shanghai, Quanzhou, and Xiamen. The nonstop flights will be flown with Airbus A321 aircraft with a total of up to 199 seats and offering both Business Class and Economy services. An honour to serve two nations Philippine Airlines’ president and chief operating officer Stanley K Ng remarked that it is an honour for the airline to contribute to strengthening bilateral relations between the Philippines and China through the new direct Manila-Beijing route. Ng said: “We believe that the Manila-Beijing service will help boost tourism, enhance trade and deepen the friendly ties between the Filipino and Chinese people.” Beijing is the world’s eighth largest city and home to renowned historical treasures that draw millions of visitors from around the globe, including the Great Wall of China, the Forbidden City, the Summer Palace and the Temple of Heaven. The industrial seaport city of Tianjin is just less than an hour away from Beijing via a high-speed train ride. Travelers from Beijing can connect via Manila to Philippine Airlines’ extensive domestic and regional route network, enabling them to fly conveniently to top Philippine destinations such as Cebu, Davao, Boracay and Palawan, or beyond to various destinations in Southeast Asia, Australia, and North America.
China Southern Launches Direct Flights from Sydney to Beijing Daxing
In an exciting development for Australian travellers, China Southern Airlines has announced the launch of a direct service between Sydney and Beijing Daxing Airport, starting 13 December 2024. This new route will operate four times a week, making Sydney the first Australian city to connect with Beijing’s second airport, Daxing. A New Gateway to Beijing Beijing Daxing Airport, completed in June 2019 and nicknamed “the starfish” due to its unique design, is renowned as the world’s largest single-building terminal. Since its opening, Daxing has hosted 65 Chinese and international airlines, served over 127 million passengers, and handled more than 980,000 flight movements. The airport currently offers flights to 35 international destinations, with Sydney becoming its first destination in Oceania. Enhanced Connectivity and Comfort The new Sydney-Daxing flights will be operated by Airbus A333 aircraft, featuring 28 Business Class seats and 258 Economy Class seats. This service is set to significantly enhance connectivity for passengers travelling to mainland China, providing more options and convenience. Sydney Airport’s Commitment to Growth Greg Botham, Group Executive of Aviation Growth & Group Strategy at Sydney Airport, expressed pride in this milestone, stating, “We are proud to be the first airport in Australia offering flights to Beijing Daxing, providing passengers with unprecedented choice and convenience when travelling to Sydney. This marks another step in our commitment to improving connectivity with mainland China.” Boosting Travel and Economic Recovery With the travel market recovering to nearly 90% in the first half of 2024 and peaking at 97% in July, these new flights are expected to add much-needed capacity and support further recovery. This move reinforces Sydney’s position as the premier gateway for traffic to and from China, offering a strong impetus for tourism and business travel. Looking Forward The new flight schedule is part of a 10-week initial season, with Sydney Airport being the first in Australia to offer services to Beijing Daxing four times per week. As the market recovers, these flights will link Australia and China, fostering better connectivity and economic growth. Are you excited about the new direct flights to Beijing Daxing? How do you think this will impact travel between Australia and China?
Beijing issues passport recall among public sector employees
The Chinese government has ordered a passport recall among a growing number of public sector employees, including teachers at state-run schools. The passport collection drive comes at a time when President Xi Jinping is implementing tighter national security measures on the country. The initiative is referred to as “personal travel abroad management” and gives local government officials the ability to control and monitor who can travel abroad, along with their destinations and frequency of travel. Reinforcing long-standing regulations It should be noted that this new initiative most likely stems from national regulations implemented back in 2003 to establish a system that restricts travel for key government personnel. Likewise, these regulations allowed local authorities to set rules for overseas travel for all state employees regardless of rank. Residents of restive regions such as Tibet lost their freedom to travel more than a decade ago. As of the mid-2010s, some areas applied “personal travel abroad management” rules to local teachers. After pandemic-era travel restrictions were lifted in 2023, a growing number of education bureaus began to introduce travel restrictions on public school teachers, reinforcing them throughout the summer of 2024. Teachers planning to travel overseas need to file applications with their schools. Under most circumstances, applicants are restricted to a single trip of less than 20 days each year. Those who refuse to hand in their passports or travel abroad without proper authorisation are subject to criticism and education or referred to China’s anti-corruption authority, depending on the severity of their case, and will face a travel ban for up to five years. These recent impositions are said to be one way by which the Chinese government seeks to prevent espionage.
Chengde Summer Resort hosts 10th anniversary exhibition season for the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region
The Chengde Provincial Cultural Heritage Administration, the Chengde Summer Resort Museum, and the Palace Museum officially opened the 10th Anniversary Exhibition Season for Coordinated Development of the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei Region in the Pine Crane Temple scenic area of the Chengde Summer Resort. Ongoing till 8 October 2024, the exhibition features numerous cultural relics which have been restored to the Chengde Summer Resort, including three pairs of uniquely crafted clocks that were separated for several centuries. These artefacts immerse visitors into a deep and emotional dialogue across time and space. An elegant venue The Chengde Summer Resort is characterised by its simplicity and elegance, as well as the way it embraces the essence of natural landscapes. It is also the largest existing imperial garden in the world. Keeping this in mind, the Summer Resort and the Palace Museum are regarded as the epitome of the intersection and resonance of historical and cultural heritages. Particularly during the Qianlong era, Emperor Hongli and the entire imperial court spent almost more than five months every year at the Summer Resort, leading to the conduction of imperial affairs, guest receptions, ethnic and diplomatic matters, among others, mostly taking place there. Consequently, a vast collection of treasures from the Palace Museum also made their way to Chengde.
British Airways to scrap flights between London, UK and Beijing, China
The carrier said it was "pausing" its service from the end of October until at least November next year. While flights to Shanghai and Hong Kong will continue. It comes amid weaker demand and a ban on UK flights over Russian airspace, which has resulted in longer journey times on some routes. Russia's civil aviation authority introduced the restrictions in February 2022, in retaliation to a British ban on the country's Aeroflot airline as part of sanctions related to the war in Ukraine. Luis Gallego, the chief executive of BA's parent company IAG, also warned earlier this month that the firm's capacity in Asian markets was "very reduced". It is understood that the carrier could eventually resume flights to Beijing and will keep its current decision under review.
2026 China outbound & inbound Travel Market
2026 CHINA OUTBOUND & INBOUND TRAVEL MARKET 14-16 October 2026 New Hall (Hall 11), National Agricultural Exhibition Center, Beijing