Hamad International Airport and Shenzhen Bao’an Airport strengthen ties
Economic and cultural ties between Qatar and China received a boost as Hamad International Airport (DOH) and Shenzhen Bao’an International Airport (SZX) signed a Sister Airport agreement.
The agreement was officially finalised at Routes World 2025 in Hong Kong on September 27, 2025, with both airports committing to expanding passenger and cargo connectivity between the Middle East and China.
The partnership aims to enhance aviation services between Doha and Shenzhen, two cities known for their innovation-driven economies. Qatar and China, through this collaboration, seek to leverage aviation as a tool to foster trade, technological exchange, and cultural engagement, further solidifying their growing bilateral relationship.
From January to August 2024, Hamad International Airport recorded 1.1 million passengers traveling to and from China. Shenzhen alone accounted for over 2% of the total traffic, reflecting the growing demand for travel between the Middle East and this dynamic Chinese city. This trend highlights the increasing importance of direct air links between Qatar and China, as well as the expanding economic and cultural ties between the two countries.
Hamad International Airport currently serves as a vital hub connecting Doha to several major Chinese cities. These cities include Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Chongqing, Hangzhou, Xiamen, Chengdu, and Hong Kong, which are key economic and cultural centers in China. Through Hamad International, these cities are linked to over 120 global destinations, providing a seamless travel experience for passengers heading to and from various parts of the world.
