Hong Kong will reintroduce direct flights to Almaty, Kazakhstan, in the first quarter of 2027, aiming to strengthen ties with Central Asia. Discussions for a double taxation agreement are also underway.

Hong Kong will relaunch direct flights with Almaty in Kazakhstan in the first quarter of next year, the city’s leader has announced in a breakthrough which businesses have said will be essential for easing travel and strengthening ties with Central Asia. Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu, who is leading a high-powered delegation to the region, also said on Tuesday that the city would start deliberations with Kazakhstani authorities to reach a Comprehensive Avoidance of Double Taxation Agreement.....