Mainland reports require airlines to reduce flights to Japan until March next year, with China Eastern Airlines expected to be the most affected
The Chinese government has instructed domestic airlines to reduce the number of flights to Japan until March 2026, with China Eastern Airlines being the most affected, as its stock price once fell by more than 8%
According to a report by Bloomberg, the Chinese government instructed domestic airlines last week to reduce the number of flights to Japan until March 2026, indicating that China is prepared to respond to a long-term dispute. The report also noted that China Eastern Airlines (670) is the mainland airline most affected by the decline in demand, as it operates nearly 16,000 flights to Japan each year; the stock fell more than 8% today, hitting a low of HKD 4.19, and is currently reported at HKD 4.27, continuing to decline by about 4.8%.
The report pointed out that airlines are required to make these adjustments "temporarily," meaning the situation may change depending on the development of diplomatic circumstances. In addition, data from market research firm China Trading Desk shows that potential tourists have been canceling their trips, which has continued until April 2026
