Beijing, China, June 29, 2026 - At the signing ceremony for the Memorandum of Understanding. Air China President Qu Guangji (left) and Singapore Airlines CEO Goh Choon Phong (right). Photo: Air China Overview of this announcement Singapore Airlines and Air China aim to provide greater value and choices to customers by coordinating flight schedules and fare setting, expanding codeshare flights, and enhancing mileage program benefits. Closer cooperation between the two companies will enhance convenience between Singapore and China, revitalize the tourism industry, and promote business and people-to-people exchanges. Singapore Airlines (Headquarters: Singapore, CEO: Goh Choon Phong) and Air China (Headquarters: Beijing, President: Qu Guangji) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a commercial joint venture partnership. This will allow the two companies to deepen their cooperation and offer customers more travel options, flexibility, greater value, and additional benefits. The agreement includes the possibility of expanding codeshare partnerships[1] on flights between Singapore and mainland China, within China, and to further destinations beyond both countries. The two companies plan to proceed with coordinating flight schedules, considering joint fare products, and arrangements for joint marketing and revenue sharing. All initiatives are subject to regulatory approval. Building on their long-standing relationship as members of Star Alliance, the two airlines also plan to strengthen the partnership between Singapore Airlines' KrisFlyer and Air China's PhoenixMiles mileage programs. This will provide members with more opportunities to earn and redeem miles on both airlines, allowing them to enjoy more comprehensive benefits. The two companies also aim to share best practices and success stories in areas such as ground handling, catering, and in-flight services. Air China President Qu Guangji stated: "As members of Star Alliance, Singapore Airlines