On July 21, Han Jun, the Deputy Director of the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC), announced at a press conference hosted by the State Council Information Office that during the '15th Five-Year Plan' period, the CAAC is set to construct an efficient, diversified, secure, and dependable air cargo transport system. The CAAC has delineated five pivotal tasks:

Firstly, it aims to optimize international freight transport channels by enhancing transport efficiency in traditional markets and fortifying connections with freight hubs in emerging markets. This will involve creating an air route network that harmonizes the capacities of all-cargo aircraft and passenger aircraft bellyhold cargo, with equal attention given to both traditional and emerging markets, thereby bolstering global coverage capabilities.

Secondly, the CAAC will strengthen the cargo transport capabilities of aviation hubs by elevating the international service capabilities of international aviation hubs such as Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, and Chengdu. Simultaneously, it will enhance the functions of specialized cargo hub airports like Ezhou, thereby aiding major foreign trade provinces in enhancing their international air cargo transport capabilities through these hub airports.

Thirdly, the CAAC will improve airport cargo facilities to augment their adaptability.

Fourthly, it will foster diversified air cargo transport enterprises by supporting the growth of domestic cargo airlines and facilitating their transition into integrated logistics providers.

Fifthly, the CAAC will promote cost reduction and efficiency enhancement in air logistics to elevate overall service quality.