New ChongqingManila direct flight route launches

A direct flight route linking southwest China’s Chongqing Municipality with the Philippines’ capital Manila has been launched to facilitate air connectivity between China and the Philippines.

The route is operated by Air China with Boeing 737 aircraft, offering four round-trip flights every week.

Zeny C Pallugna, director of the Office of Market Development under the Philippines’ Department of Tourism, noted that China plays a vital role in the development of the Philippine tourism industry.

“With the enhanced air connectivity between China and the Philippines, we expect to attract a large number of Chinese tourists to experience our high-quality beaches, distinctive islands and the hospitality of local people,” she said.

— Xinhua