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Qatar Airways Cargo to boost presence in HK with MoU

The establishment of a regional office by Qatar Airways Cargo in Hong Kong has reinforced the city's status as a global aviation hub, according to Secretary for Transport and Logistics Mable Chan. Her remarks came as the Airport Authority signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Doha-based cargo carrier on Wednesday to strengthen cooperation on air connectivity and aviation…

Qatar Airways Cargo is set to enhance its presence in Hong Kong following the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on Wednesday, according to Secretary for Transport and Logistics Mable Chan. The move underscores Hong Kong's role as a global aviation hub, with Chan expressing the city's confidence in the partnership. The Airport Authority and Qatar Airways Cargo agreed to boost air connectivity and develop new cargo routes, enabling the airport to connect with emerging markets in South America.

Currently, the airline operates approximately 56 weekly flights between Hong Kong and global destinations. Airport Authority CEO Vivian Cheung highlighted the competitive nature of the regional air cargo market and pledged to continue attracting airlines to strengthen the Special Administrative Region's connectivity and competitiveness.

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