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The carrier will operate three return flights weekly between Istanbul Airport and Chengdu Tianfu International Airport, complementing its existing services to Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou. The new connection gives passengers travelling from Sichuan province access to the airline’s international network through its Istanbul hub.

Flights from Istanbul are scheduled for Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays, with departures from Chengdu on Mondays, Thursdays and Saturdays. The regular service will use Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft configured with 300 seats, comprising 30 in business class and 270 in economy.

Turkish Airlines chairman Murat Şeker attended an event marking the inaugural service and identified China as an important market for the company. He said the addition of Chengdu would strengthen its presence in the country and support commercial, cultural and tourism links between Türkiye and China.

The airline’s expansion brings it into direct competition with Sichuan Airlines, which already operates nonstop flights between Chengdu and Istanbul. Both carriers serve Chengdu Tianfu International Airport, providing passengers with additional options on a route connecting southwest China with Türkiye and onward destinations.

The first Turkish Airlines flight, TK226, departed Istanbul on November 11. Published schedules show a departure time of 2.05am and arrival in Chengdu at 3.40pm local time, with a scheduled flying time of eight hours and 35 minutes. The corresponding return service, TK227, leaves Chengdu at 12.45am and arrives in Istanbul at 5.55am, taking ten hours and ten minutes.

Although the airline has designated the Boeing 787-9 for regular operations, the inaugural Istanbul departure was scheduled to use a Boeing 777-300ER. Flight schedules indicate the Dreamliner will take over from the following Istanbul departure on November 13. This distinction applies to the launch flight rather than a change to the planned weekly frequency.

Chengdu is the capital of Sichuan province and an important centre for manufacturing, technology and transport. The city’s economic activities include electronics, automotive production and aviation, providing a potential base for corporate travel alongside passenger demand generated by tourism and family visits.

The addition of Chengdu also extends Turkish Airlines’ mainland China coverage beyond the major eastern and southern commercial centres served by its established routes. Travellers from western China can now reach Istanbul on the airline’s own aircraft without first connecting through another Chinese city.

For passengers travelling beyond Türkiye, Istanbul Airport functions as the transfer point for services across Europe, the Middle East, Africa and the Americas. The Chengdu flights are therefore intended to serve both direct travel between the two cities and connecting journeys through the carrier’s broader network.

The new flights also alter the range of itineraries available to passengers comparing nonstop and connecting services. Sichuan Airlines already provides a direct link on the same city pair, while Turkish Airlines can offer connections under its own network from Istanbul. The companies have an existing codeshare relationship on some services, although the availability of individual connections depends on schedules and ticketing arrangements. The launch does not establish a new nonstop market between Chengdu and Istanbul; it adds a second operating airline to an established route.

The route was announced earlier this year, with reservations opening in July for the November start. Its three-times-weekly timetable forms part of the airline’s northern winter schedule, rather than a daily operation. Departure days differ between the two directions because the eastbound and westbound journeys cross several time zones.

Chengdu’s tourism attractions include Sichuan cuisine and facilities associated with giant panda conservation. The city holds UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy status, a designation reflecting its culinary traditions. These attractions contribute to its appeal as a destination for international visitors, although the airline has not disclosed passenger bookings for the new flights.

Chengdu authorities have also identified international air connectivity as a priority for the city’s aviation hub. Municipal information published before the launch recorded 86 scheduled international and regional nonstop routes from Chengdu at the end of June, illustrating the scale of its existing overseas connections.

The published Turkish Airlines timetable lists flight numbers TK226 for Istanbul to Chengdu and TK227 for the return journey. All advertised departure and arrival times are local, with Chengdu five hours ahead of Istanbul during November.

Naidu, whose Telugu Desam Party is central to the governing alliance in New Delhi, said economic progress was visible but had not translated sufficiently into opportunities matching the ambitions of a younger generation. His comments brought the question of employment and living standards into focus as policymakers emphasise the country’s robust growth figures.

The chief minister’s intervention is politically significant because Modi relies on coalition partners to sustain his parliamentary majority. Naidu has remained a prominent supporter of the prime minister while pursuing investment, infrastructure and job creation in Andhra Pradesh, where economic development is a major priority for his administration.

His assessment distinguishes between the overall pace of expansion and the benefits experienced by individuals entering the labour market. Rising output does not automatically produce enough secure, well-paid positions for graduates and other jobseekers, particularly when investment is concentrated in sectors that employ relatively few workers.

Naidu nevertheless maintained that Modi was best placed to lead the country through its economic and political challenges. That combination of support and concern underscores the pressures facing the ruling alliance: sustaining confidence in its leadership while responding to demands for tangible improvements in household prospects.

The warning comes as the economic outlook remains strong. Moody’s Ratings this week raised its forecast for growth in the financial year ending March 2027 to 7%, from 6.5%, citing resilient domestic demand, investment and the economy’s ability to withstand disruptions to energy supplies.

The ratings agency also identified inflation, an uneven monsoon and tighter monetary conditions as risks. Those pressures matter to households because higher living costs can erode the gains from rising incomes, even when aggregate economic indicators continue to improve.

Official figures showed gross domestic product expanding 7.8% from a year earlier in the April-June quarter. Manufacturing, investment and consumer spending supported activity, but the headline measure does not establish how evenly the benefits are distributed among workers, regions and age groups.

Employment prospects have become particularly sensitive for educated young people. Competition for government posts, the cost of qualifications and uncertainty surrounding recruitment examinations have contributed to public frustration. The challenge extends beyond the number of jobs available to their quality, stability and suitability for applicants’ skills.

Modi’s government has sought to address those concerns through programmes promoting manufacturing, entrepreneurship, skills development and investment. The prime minister has repeatedly presented young people as central to his ambition of transforming India into a developed economy by 2047.

During his Independence Day address in August, Modi outlined measures involving technology, innovation and expanded economic opportunities. He pointed to the growth of the startup ecosystem and a research fund intended to encourage innovation, while urging young people to participate in the country’s development.

The government’s emphasis on technology also raises questions about the changing nature of work. Artificial intelligence offers potential gains in productivity and new business activity, but it may also alter recruitment in services and other industries that have traditionally offered entry-level employment to graduates.

For Andhra Pradesh, the debate has direct implications. Naidu’s administration has placed emphasis on attracting private investment and developing infrastructure, seeking to create employment while strengthening the state’s economic base. Translating announced projects into operating businesses and sustained hiring remains an important test of that strategy.

The Telugu Desam Party’s position within the national coalition gives Naidu a platform to raise such concerns without breaking with the government’s broader economic agenda. His remarks do not amount to a rejection of the growth strategy, but they place greater weight on whether its results can be felt by younger citizens.

India’s policymakers must also contend with differences between labour markets. Large cities can attract investment and skilled workers, while smaller towns and rural districts often offer fewer formal employment options. Such disparities complicate efforts to ensure that national growth produces broadly shared opportunities.

The central government has promoted training and enterprise initiatives alongside infrastructure spending, arguing that these measures can expand the range of work available. Their effects depend partly on private employers’ willingness to invest and recruit, and on whether training matches the skills businesses require.

Hong Kong Daily Mood Index Stands at 54.5; Over 80% of Respondents Report a Positive Impact of Fragrance on Mood

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 November 2026 – Eternal Beauty Holdings Limited (the “Group”; Stock Code: 6883.HK) today released “Scent, Emotion and Lifestyle: 2026 Hong Kong Daily Mood Index and Fragrance Trends White Paper” (the “White Paper”) at the 29th edition of Cosmoprof Asia. An online survey conducted by Eternal Beauty Holdings in September recorded a Hong Kong Daily Mood Index of 54.5, with respondents scoring relatively higher on positive mood and lower on energy and rest. Over 80% of respondents reported that fragrance had a positive impact on their everyday mood. Alongside the launch, the Group presented its “Scent of Happiness” campaign, exploring the connections between fragrance, self-care and emotional well-being through the Scent & Mood Relax Hub and a panel discussion. Through initiatives delivered in partnership with its collaborators, the Group also supports emotional well-being and extends its commitment to care into the community.

The panel featured speakers from diverse fields, including Ms. Laurinda Ho, Founder of Smile With Us HK; Mr. William Lam, Clinical Advisor to the Mind HK Tai Po Mental Health Support Programme; and Mr. Chris Chu, CRM & Partnership Manager at Eternal Group. Moderated by Mr. Matt Chung, Curator and Cultural Commentator, the discussion explored different perspectives on fragrance’s role in daily life and offered practical self-care advice. The report also provides practical guidance for local retailers and fragrance brand owners on integrating scent and technology into retail spaces to enhance the customer experience, reflecting Eternal Group’s commitment to building and leading the fragrance industry ecosystem.

Community initiatives under the “Scent of Happiness” campaign include three community events co-organised with Smile With Us HK for children, families and older adults; sponsorship of 80 sessions of iACT mental health support provided by Mind HK; and three relaxation and sensory sessions featuring neuroVIZR’s synchronised light-and-sound experience. Through these initiatives, the Group supports emotional well-being in the community, demonstrating its commitment to corporate social responsibility.

Ms. Wendy Lau, Executive Director of Eternal Beauty Holdings Limited, said in her opening remarks: “Fragrance is more than a sensory experience—it expresses how we choose to live. Three years of White Paper research have shown that fragrance has become part of Hong Kong consumers’ daily routines. As a leader in the fragrance industry, we combine consumer insights, innovative technology and community partnerships through our ‘Scent of Happiness’ campaign, translating our commitment to self-care and emotional well-being into concrete action and creating long-term value for the industry and society.”

Positive Mood Scores Highest, While Rest and Vitality Are Relatively Lower
The survey explored respondents’ positive feelings and experiences over the preceding two weeks using five indicators, each scored out of 100. “Cheerful and in good spirits” scored highest at 58.4, followed by “Calm and relaxed” at 55.9 and “Everyday life is interesting or fulfilling” at 55.2. Scores for “Active and energetic” and “Refreshed and well rested” were relatively lower, at 52.7 and 50.4 respectively.

The eight-point gap between “Cheerful and in good spirits” and “Refreshed and well rested” was the largest among the five indicators, suggesting stronger positive emotional experiences relative to rest and energy levels.

Over 80% Report a Positive Impact of Fragrance on Mood; Usage Frequency Is Associated with the Daily Mood Index
The survey found that 81.3% of respondents reported a positive impact of fragrance on their everyday mood: 28.4% reported a very positive influence and 52.9% a slightly positive influence.

In terms of usage frequency, 71.7% of respondents used fragrance several times a week or more, while 46.5% used it almost every day. Frequent users recorded a Daily Mood Index of 55.8, compared with 51.1 among other respondents—a 4.7-point difference indicating an association between fragrance usage frequency and the Daily Mood Index.

By demographic group, frequent-use rates were 73.9% among women and 62.5% among men. Rates exceeded 70% across all age groups from 25 to 54, reaching 76.1% among those aged 45–54. Among respondents with a personal monthly income of HK$30,001–40,000, the frequent-use rate reached 83.6%.
Note: “Frequent use” refers to using fragrance several times a week or more.

“Scent, Emotion and Lifestyle: 2026 Hong Kong Daily Mood Index and Fragrance Trends White Paper” is based on an online survey of 433 Hong Kong consumers conducted in September 2026. Its six key findings are outlined below. The full White Paper is available here.

1. Fragrance is part of daily life, with over seven in ten using it several times a week or more
94.2% of respondents reported using fragrance products. Among those who answered the usage-frequency question, 71.7% used fragrance several times a week or more, classified as frequent users; 46.5% used it almost every day.

2. The Daily Mood Index stands at 54.5
The 2026 Hong Kong Daily Mood Index recorded 54.5 out of 100. “Feeling cheerful and in good spirits” scored 58.4, compared with 50.4 for “feeling fresh and rested”—an eight-point gap reflecting generally insufficient rest among respondents despite positive emotional experiences.

3. Over 80% Report a Positive Impact of Fragrance on Mood
81.3% of respondents felt that fragrance positively influenced their everyday mood, including 28.4% who reported a very positive influence.

4. Frequent fragrance users record a higher Daily Mood Index
Frequent fragrance users recorded a Daily Mood Index of 55.8, compared with 51.1 among other respondents—a 4.7-point difference indicating an association between frequent fragrance use and a higher Daily Mood Index.

5. Frequent fragrance use extends beyond younger generations
Frequent-use rates exceeded 70% across all age groups from 25 to 54, reaching 76.1% among those aged 45–54, indicating that regular fragrance use spans different adult age groups.

6. Fragrance use goes beyond enjoying a pleasant scent
55.0% of respondents cited “helping them relax” as a reason for using fragrance, while 52.5% selected “lifting their mood”, highlighting fragrance’s emotional value beyond scent preferences.

Panel Discussion Explores Scent, Self-Care and Emotional Wellness
Following the White Paper launch, the Group hosted “Scent, Self-Care and Emotional Wellness”, a panel discussion at CosmoTalks at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. Building on the White Paper’s exploration of fragrance and everyday mood, the discussion moved from survey findings to practical approaches to supporting emotional well-being in daily life. Laurinda Ho, Founder of Smile With Us HK, said, “At Smile With Us HK, we hope to bring positive energy to the wider community through activities organised in partnership with Eternal Group.” Mr. William Lam, Clinical Advisor for the Tai Po Mental Health Support Project at Mind HK, said, “Self-care is an important part of maintaining good mental health. Enjoying a fragrance that brings you pleasure and evokes happy memories can be a simple starting point for self-care.”

Scent & Mood Relax Hub: A Sensory Experience Bringing Together Fragrance and Technology (Booth: 5G-G3G)

The Group also introduced the Scent & Mood Relax Hub, featuring perfumes and home fragrances from its portfolio of international and niche brands. Combining fragrance with neuroVIZR’s synchronised light and sound experiences, the Hub offers an immersive sensory journey centred on four themes: “Relax”, “Focus”, “Better Sleep” and “Creativity”.

Looking ahead, Eternal Group will remain committed to the art of living, drawing on consumer insights and the strengths of its international and niche brand portfolio. Through a diverse range of products, including perfumes and home fragrances, the Group will respond to consumers’ fragrance and everyday self-care needs. It will also integrate innovative technology to enhance fragrance experiences, broaden fragrance use across lifestyle settings and capitalise on market opportunities. Through its ongoing “Scent of Happiness” campaign, the Group will deepen cross-sector partnerships and bring the art of living into community care, creating long-term value for consumers, partners and the community.

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About Eternal Beauty Holdings Limited (Stock Code: 6883.HK)

Eternal Beauty Holdings Limited is the largest perfume group (apart from brand-owner perfume groups) in China (including Hong Kong and Macao) in terms of retail sales in 2023*. It primarily sells and distributes products procured from third-party brand licensors, and deploys market for these brand licensors, offering such services as brand management, and designing and implementing customized market entry and expansion plans for their brands. The Group boasts large and diversified brand portfolios that include not only perfumes, but also color cosmetics, skincare products, personal care products, eyewear and home fragrances. As at 30 September 2026, it conducted product distribution and market deployment for a total of 82 external brands, including Hermès, Van Cleef & Arpels, Chopard, Albion and Laura Mercier, with products in different pricing tiers and of versatile features that meet the differentiated demands of consumers in Chinese Mainland, Hong Kong and/or Macao. (*Data source: Frost & Sullivan)

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