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Hong Kong to launch direct flights to Uzbekistan this year

Hong Kong is set to launch direct flights to Tashkent, Uzbekistan, this year, according to sources. This initiative aims to bolster trade, tourism, and regional connections between Central Asia and the city. The new route is anticipated to complement the China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan railway project, which is slated for completion by 2030. AI

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Hong Kong to launch direct flights to Uzbekistan this year

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Jeffie Lam ·

    Direct flights between Hong Kong and Uzbekistan to launch this year, sources say

    A direct flight between Hong Kong and Uzbekistan will be launched this year, the South China Morning Post has learned, in another move to strengthen ties between Central Asia and the city. The new route follows close on the heels of Hong Kong flag carrier Cathay Pacific’s plan to…