Central China’s Henan Province launches 16 new air cargo routes to boost cross

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By Zhang Weilan (Global Times) 15:42, May 26, 2025

The new routes are part of China's continuous efforts to expand air freight capacity for cross-border e-commerce. The initiative seeks to facilitate faster and more efficient delivery of goods, supporting the growth of e-commerce businesses and promoting trade between China and major international markets, Pan Helin, a member of the Expert Committee for the Information and Communication Economy under the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, told the Global Times on Monday.

Cross-border e-commerce relies heavily on robust logistics networks. A well-developed logistics infrastructure facilitates economies of scale, helping enhance the resilience of e-commerce businesses against external risks, Hu Qimu, deputy secretary-general of the Digital-Real Economies Integration Forum 50, told the Global Times.

Beyond boosting cross-border e-commerce, air logistics will also support airport economic zone cooperation, facilitating the integration of bonded logistics, free trade zones, and related sectors, Pan said.

With the launch of more new air cargo routes, Henan's cross-border e-commerce is experiencing fast growth. Data indicates that, in the first quarter, Henan's bonded logistics zone saw cross-border e-commerce imports and exports worth 8.12 billion yuan ($1.11 billion), marking a 92.2-percent increase year-on-year.

To strengthen foreign trade and stabilize commerce growth, Henan will host the 2025 Zhengzhou Cross-border E-commerce Conference and "Premium Products for Global Trade" from May 29 to 31. The event aims to expand market access and enhance an international and professional platform for cross-border e-commerce cooperation.