Reference Message Network reported on June 18th according to a report from the website of Avesta News Agency of Tajikistan on June 16th, the first direct flight route connecting the capital of Tajikistan, Dushanbe, with the capital of China, Beijing, was officially launched on the 16th. The report stated that the opening ceremony of the flight route was held at the Beijing Daxing International Airport on the morning of the 16th, marking an important phase in the development of transportation and practical cooperation between Tajikistan and China. The inaugural flight of this route was operated by China Southern Airlines using a Boeing 787 aircraft. In the future, the route plans to use Boeing 737-8 aircraft for operation, with two flights scheduled each week, on Tuesdays and Saturdays. Habibullo Nazarzoda, head of the Civil Aviation Department of the Tajikistan government, said that the opening of this route is of historic significance. He emphasized that it is of great importance to further consolidate bilateral relations between Tajikistan and China and develop air transport between the two countries. Nazarzoda said, "This route is not only a passenger transportation channel, but also a symbol of mutual trust, expanded cooperation, and cultural exchange between our two countries." Qu Guangji, vice president of China Southern Airlines, pointed out that the opening of the new route will build a more convenient air bridge between China and Tajikistan, effectively promoting bilateral economic and trade exchanges, cultural exchanges, and tourism cooperation, injecting new strong momentum into the development of relations between the two countries and regional connectivity. The report stated that the interior of the cabin of the inaugural flight was decorated in a Chinese style, featuring traditional Chinese ornaments such as embroidery and lanterns. The airline provided not only delicious meals but also entertainment activities such as prize quizzes for passengers. (Translated by Liu Yang) [Image: https://p3-sign.toutiaoimg.com/tos-cn-i-axegupay5k/3ddecb84fb544c018f7d3abb282d4e60~tplv-tt-origin-web:gif.jpeg?_iz=58558&from=article.pc_detail&lk3s=953192f4&x-expires=1750818285&x-signature=kYEvriIkhO7WgmchCSNypsYkDFs%3D] On June 16th, CZ6051 flight took off from Beijing Daxing International Airport. (Xinhua News Agency) Original article: https://www.toutiao.com/article/7517100892412264975/ Disclaimer: This article represents the views of the author. You are welcome to express your opinions by clicking the "Top" or "Downvote" buttons below.