China and France Boost Direct Flights to Enhance Bilateral Relations and Cooperation

In a significant move to strengthen ties and foster deeper people-to-people exchanges, China and France have agreed to increase the number of direct flights between the two nations. This decision emerged from the 25th China-France Strategic Dialogue, co-chaired by senior Chinese diplomat Wang Yi and Emmanuel Bonne, the French President’s Diplomatic Advisor, in Paris on Tuesday.

The dialogue, a platform for high-level discussions on key strategic issues, underscored the commitment of both Beijing and Paris to not only enhance travel connectivity but also to collaborate on critical global challenges. According to a statement from China’s Foreign Ministry, the two sides have pledged to deepen cooperation across a wide range of areas, including climate change mitigation, biodiversity protection, sustainable development, and agricultural and food products. The agreement also encompasses joint efforts in clean energy, nuclear energy research and development, artificial intelligence, and aerospace sectors.

This initiative reflects the shared vision of China and France to contribute to global sustainability and technological advancement. The increased flight frequency is anticipated to facilitate easier travel, cultural exchange, and economic cooperation between the two countries, marking a new chapter in their bilateral relationship.

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