China-North America flights just 20% of pre-pandemic level

Geopolitical tensions slow recovery as travel demand to other regions soars

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Air China is increasing flights between Beijing and Sapporo as the weak yen makes Japan an attractive destination. (Air China)

SHIZUKA TANABE, Nikkei staff writer

GUANGZHOU -- Scheduled flights between China and North America this fall are on track to total only 20% of the 2019 pre-pandemic level, hindered by prolonged U.S.-China tensions and Beijing visa policies that encourage travel to and from Southeast Asia and Europe.

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