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Why this country lost its position as a global aviation hub

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September 22, 2022

Hong Kong has lost its position as a global aviation hub, that’s according to one airline trade association

The Head of the ‘International Air Transport Association’ says China’s strict COVID-zero policies have devastated the aviation hub.

Willie Walsh believes it’s also damaged the flagship carrier Cathay Pacific.

He says the airline is a “shadow” of its former glory and that the region has lost its global hub status altogether.

Of course, the airport was one of the world’s busiest before the pandemic brought the sector to a grinding halt.

All arrivals into Hong Kong must do three days of hotel quarantine and then medical surveillance.

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Costa Haritos

Costa is a news producer at ticker NEWS. He has previously worked as a regional journalist at the Southern Highlands Express newspaper. He also has several years' experience in the fire and emergency services sector, where he has worked with researchers, policymakers and local communities. He has also worked at the Seven Network during their Olympic Games coverage and in the ABC Melbourne newsroom. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts (Professional), with expertise in journalism, politics and international relations. His other interests include colonial legacies in the Pacific, counter-terrorism, aviation and travel.