The first direct flight between Shanghai and Western Australia has landed as part of a one month trial which aims to increase Chinese tourist numbers in the state.
The flights are expected to bring in an extra 3,000 visitors to WA who are predicted to spend upwards of $15 million , and if successful, the WA government will try and lock the route in as a regular service.
WA premier Mark McGowan said the flights will also be a boost to the state’s economy, providing a new freight route for local produce to China. The initiative is part of a plan to boost Chinese tourism in Western Australia which includes a $1 million marketing campaign aimed at younger Chinese tourists. Image: News Corp Australia
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