Shanghai has added a direct flight route to Algiers, further expanding air connectivity with countries participating in the "Belt and Road" Initiative. At 3:37 AM on October 27, 2026, Air Algérie flight AH3082 smoothly landed at Shanghai Pudong International Airport, marking the official launch of the first direct flight route between Shanghai and Algiers. Pudong International Airport held a "water salute" ceremony to welcome the inaugural flight. (The Paper)