Core Points - Shenzhen Airport has officially launched a direct international passenger route to Luang Prabang, Laos, marking over 10 new international routes opened this year [1][3] - The new route enhances connectivity between the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area and Luang Prabang, promoting cultural tourism and economic collaboration [1][3] - The route is operated by Hainan Airlines with one round trip per week, facilitating travel for residents seeking cross-border tourism in Southeast Asia [3] Industry Summary - Luang Prabang, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is the second-largest city in Laos and a significant cultural destination [3] - The new Shenzhen-Luang Prabang route adds to Shenzhen's existing direct flight to Vientiane, Laos, fostering closer ties and deeper cooperation in trade, culture, and talent development [3] - Southeast Asia remains a popular destination for outbound tourism from the Greater Bay Area, with Shenzhen Airport covering 9 countries and 26 destinations in the region, facilitating over 200 weekly flights [6] - From January to October, passenger traffic on Southeast Asia routes from Shenzhen Airport exceeded 2.6 million, accounting for over 50% of international and regional passenger traffic [6] - Future plans for Shenzhen Airport include new routes to Melbourne, Australia, and Kuching, Malaysia, aiming to expand international destinations to over 60 [6]
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