China Southern Airlines (01055.HK) and Qatar Airways announced on the 12th of this month that they will establish a comprehensive partnership for the next stage. This includes the establishment of a code-sharing agreement and the signing of a memorandum of understanding to enhance passenger travel choices and convenience.

Engr. Badr Mohammed Al-Meer, CEO of Qatar Airways Group, said that after the successful launch of the Doha-Guangzhou route in April this year, the company is providing more choices for customers of both parties. For Qatar Airways, cooperating with its main partners to provide services in the Chinese market is a proud milestone, and it looks forward to promoting its products to Chinese travelers.

Han Wensheng, General Manager and Deputy Director of China Southern Airlines, said that the company's direct flight route from Guangzhou to Doha opened in April this year will greatly promote the interconnectivity of China and the Belt and Road countries and regions. China Southern Airlines will deepen cooperation with Qatar Airways in the future, strengthen mutual complementarity, and work together to bring more comfortable and convenient travel experiences to passengers. (js/w)

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