(3)China, Taiwan launch 1st direct flights in 55 years

(3)China, Taiwan launch 1st direct flights in 55 years

TAIPEI, Taiwan - The captain of a Chinese airliner waves at well-wishers on arrival at Taipei International Airport after a direct flight from Beijing on Jan. 29. China and Taiwan launched mutual nonstop flights for the first time in 55 years. (Pool photo) (Kyodo)

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