Today, Zayed International Airport received a high-level Chinese delegation, as part of the launch event of the “Meet in Shanghai” initiative, which is an interactive initiative that will be held from May 6 to 20, to encourage travelers to travel on an exciting trip. To the heart of Shanghai, a global city with a unique culture and ancient civilization.
Today, the “Meet in Shanghai” initiative event was attended by Zhan Qi, Deputy General of the Shanghai Municipal Administration of Culture and Tourism, Fan Chen, CEO of the Shanghai Airport Authority, and a high-level delegation from the Chinese Cultural Center.
The visit confirms the strong economic and cultural relations between Abu Dhabi and Shanghai and the joint efforts between the two countries to enhance tourism and commercial exchange opportunities.
Elena Sorlini, Managing Director and CEO of Abu Dhabi Airports, said that hosting the “Meet in Shanghai” event at Zayed International Airport comes as confirmation of our firm commitment to improving the experience of travelers through the airport and enabling them to benefit from all the facilities and services provided, noting that the event is considered a cultural bridge. Between Abu Dhabi and the charming Shanghai and its famous tourist attractions, attracting more visitors from all over the world and encouraging individuals and families to travel.
The direct routes between Abu Dhabi and Shanghai, which operate five flights weekly between the two cities, have received great praise because they provide travelers with a smooth and comfortable travel experience.
Jean Qi, Deputy General of the Shanghai Municipal Administration for Culture and Tourism, expressed his sincere thanks and appreciation for all the support provided by Abu Dhabi Airports, expressing his hope that this event will contribute to enhancing cooperation and trade and tourism exchange between Shanghai and Abu Dhabi. He called on Abu Dhabi Airports and the Department of Culture and Tourism in Abu Dhabi to visit Shanghai and organize similar marketing events there, which would contribute to attracting more tourists to the two cities.
Fan Xin, CEO of the Shanghai Airport Authority, said that the authority took the initiative, on December 12, 2023, to sign a memorandum of understanding with Abu Dhabi Airports, aiming to enhance communication and joint cooperation in airport management, daily operational operations and marketing. He said that the launch event of the “Meet in Shanghai” initiative is the first promotional event within the framework of the activities agreed upon within the Memorandum of Understanding, and it will certainly be a high-level event that promises fruitful results.
She pointed out the participation of the two airports, tourism agencies and local airlines from both Shanghai and Abu Dhabi in organizing this joint event. He said: Through this initiative, we aspire to emphasize the desire of all parties concerned to enhance tourism and air travel between the two cities, and we are fully confident that this cooperation, rich in promising capabilities and opportunities, will contribute to strengthening friendly and fruitful relations between Shanghai and Abu Dhabi, which will consequently lead to an increase in flights from This will shorten distances and enhance tourism between the two cities.