# China launches first Africa cargo air route under zero-tariff policy

https://mins.news/en/item/35350

- China News Service, 2026-08-28 08:16 UTC
- Economy
- Original: http://www.ecns.cn/cns-wire/2026-08-28/detail-ihfirzsm0920290.shtml

> A scheduled freighter service between Chengdu and Addis Ababa began on Friday, the first such route to Africa since China introduced comprehensive zero-tariff treatment for 53 African countries with diplomatic ties. It will initially operate twice weekly, carrying African agricultural products to China and high-value Chinese goods to Africa.