Xin Hua Cai Jing·2025-06-25 22:47Group 1 - China National Aviation (Air China) will launch a direct flight route from Beijing to Cairo starting July 9, 2025, with flights scheduled on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays, operated by Airbus A330 aircraft [1] - The opening of this new route is expected to enhance personnel exchanges and deepen tourism cooperation between China and Egypt, as highlighted by the Egyptian Tourism Promotion Board Chairman Ahmed Youssef [1] - The event was attended by over 200 representatives from the tourism and aviation sectors of both countries, indicating strong interest and potential for collaboration [1][2] Group 2 - Currently, there are seven direct passenger flight routes between China and Egypt, covering major cities such as Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Chengdu, Shenzhen, and Hangzhou [2] - The promotional event was co-hosted by Air China and the Chinese Cultural Center in Cairo, showcasing the importance of cultural exchange in tourism [2]