Group 1 - The new route from Shanghai to Buenos Aires via Auckland fills a gap in direct flights between Shanghai and major cities in South America, establishing a "Southbound Corridor" and setting a record for the longest single-route flight globally [1] - The Shanghai-Auckland-Buenos Aires route is the first commercial flight connecting antipodal cities, with outbound flights operating on Mondays and Thursdays, taking approximately 25 hours and 55 minutes, while return flights take about 29 hours [1] - The new route reduces travel time from China to South America by over 4 hours compared to previous routes that required layovers in Europe or North America, optimizing the journey significantly [1] Group 2 - New Zealand has implemented a policy allowing travelers with Chinese passports to transit through Auckland without a transit visa, provided their stay is less than 24 hours, facilitating a seamless travel experience [2] - Eastern Airlines has leveraged this policy to create a "one-stop" operational model, enhancing convenience for passengers [2] - The "National Museum" themed aircraft used for this route was a collaborative design between Eastern Airlines and the National Museum of China [2]