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

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

BEIJING, China - Passengers go on board a chartered flight bound for Taipei in festive mood at Beijing airport on Jan. 29 China and Taiwan launch mutual nonstop flights for the first time in 55 years. (Pool photo)

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