What Happened
Pakistan Denies Access To Taiwanese Airlines In Shift Of One China Policy
Taiwanese carriers have resumed flights over Russia after Pakistan denied them access to its airspace, reportedly due to a more assertive implementation of the country’s One China policy. The sudden ban has forced Taiwanese airlines to find alternative routes, with flights over Russia being one of the only viable options. This change comes as Taiwanese carriers have increased their European route frequencies in 2026, with EVA Air and China Airlines adding more flights and Starlux Airlines launching its first European service. The development was first reported by Bloomberg, according to AeroTime.