Officials in Primorsky District report that Vladivostok and Harbin have reestablished their air link, signaling a return to a steady schedule of regular flights after a multi year interruption. The announcement comes through a telegraph channel and marks a notable shift in regional transportation and economic activity that ties together Russia’s Far East with one of its important northern neighbors in China.
During the course of the mission, the Governor of Primorsky, Oleg Kozhemyako, described the trip as the start of a sustained program of high level diplomacy and business engagement. The upcoming itinerary includes intensive meetings in Harbin and Beijing, with the aim of renewing cooperation across multiple sectors. In Kozhemyako’s words, this first regular service opens a new phase for cross border collaboration, enabling more predictable travel for business leaders, officials, and regional stakeholders who are seeking closer ties with north eastern provinces and their regional markets.
The governor emphasized that the inaugural Vladivostok–Harbin flight, occurring after a three year hiatus, creates a practical pathway to strengthen links with Jilin and Heilongjiang. He framed the revival of interregional cooperation as fully aligned with Russia’s broader development priorities, echoing themes discussed by President Vladimir Putin during a recent encounter with President Xi Jinping in Moscow. The wider plan envisions gradual expansion of cross border networks and closer coordination on trade, logistics, and industry development that supports both regional economies and the movement of people who contribute to bilateral prosperity.
Previously, officials in the Russian Ministry of Transport indicated that the volume of flights between Russia and China is expected to rise substantially within the year. The anticipated growth is linked to the easing of travel restrictions related to the global health situation and the reintroduction of visa‑free arrangements for organized tourist groups, a change that could facilitate easier access for travelers and a broader exchange of ideas, goods, and services across the two nations.