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New Air Route Launched Between China and Ethiopia

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China Southern Airlines has launched a new and direct twice-weekly passenger flight connecting Guangzhou and Addis Ababa via Changsha.

China Southern Airlines operated its inaugural flight between China and Ethiopia, landing in Addis Ababa on Monday night.
The route is currently the only air connection operated by a Chinese carrier between China and Ethiopia.
The inaugural flight carried over 200 passengers and was greeted with a traditional water cannon salute at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.
A 20-person tourist group from Guangzhou was on board, planning a nine-day stay to visit Addis Ababa and southern Ethiopian tribes.
The passenger service operates twice weekly on Mondays and Fridays, connecting Guangzhou and Addis Ababa via Changsha.
China Southern Airlines stated it plans to continue expanding intercontinental routes to support growing China-Africa economic and trade cooperation.