UK Aviation Minister Lord Ahmad said in a statement:
“I am delighted that talks between the UK and China have concluded successfully as a result of which flight limits will be increased, thereby enabling airlines to operate more services between the 2 countries. These new arrangements will further strengthen British - Sino relations. Post Brexit, improving trade links with key markets such as China will boost exports and tourism, as well as helping create jobs and strengthening our local economies. This deal demonstrates that the UK is very much open for business.”
This is a beneficial and timely move for the UK, given the high rate of growth in outbound tourism from China and the high post-referendum value - resulting from the weak GBP - of UK holidays and shopping.
