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Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport launched its first-ever passenger service to Asia on Dec. 3.

China Airlines now offers nonstop flights between Phoenix and Taipei, Taiwan, three times a week.

The new route is expected to boost tourism, trade and economic ties between the regions.

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport now has a route to a new continent.

China Airlines' inaugural nonstop flight from Phoenix to Taipei, Taiwan, took off around 4:30 p.m. Dec. 3, launching passenger service to Asia from Sky Harbor for the first time.

Phoenix City Councilman Kevin Robinson, who was on the first flight from Taipei to Phoenix, said it was an honor to be on such a historic flight. He added that the new route is important not just for tourism, but also for trade a

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