Cathay Pacific resumes first flight to Riyadh

Hong Kong’s flagship carrier, Cathay Pacific, resumed direct passenger flights between Hong Kong and Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia, on Monday. Financial Secretary Paul Chan Mo-po was on the first flight, leading a delegation to Saudi Arabia.

Cathay Pacific had previously ceased its service to Riyadh in March 2017. The airline has reinstated the route with flights scheduled for Monday, Thursday, and Saturday, totaling three weekly flights.  

The airline stated that the resumption of flights aims to enhance connectivity, trade, and cultural exchanges between Hong Kong and countries along the Belt and Road Initiative.  

The financial leader, who took the maiden flight following the resumption, led a business delegation consisting of approximately 100 representatives from the financial, technology and innovation sectors. During their visit, they will participate in the 8th Future Investment Initiative.