In 2024, the “mini three links” routes between the Chinese mainland and the Taiwan region witnessed a significant surge in passenger flow, exceeding 1.36 million trips—an impressive year-on-year increase of 78.82 percent, according to the maritime safety administration of southeast China’s Fujian Province.
A total of 8,986 trips were made in 2024, marking a 71.16 percent rise compared to the previous year. The momentum continued during the New Year period, with the routes operating at high capacity and average daily passenger flow surpassing 5,000.
The upward trend is expected to persist, with estimates indicating that about 200,000 passenger trips will be made during the 2025 Spring Festival travel rush. Reflecting this growing demand, Taiwan’s transportation department announced that the “mini three links” passenger routes will increase by six trips per day starting January 14.
The “mini three links” refer to the direct trade, postal, and transport services launched on January 1, 2001, between Fujian Province and the Taiwan region-administered Kinmen and Matsu islands. These routes have become a vital connection, enhancing cross-strait ties and facilitating the movement of people and goods between the Chinese mainland and the Taiwan region.
The substantial growth in passenger trips underscores the importance of these links in fostering economic and social exchanges. As more travelers take advantage of the convenient routes, the “mini three links” continue to play a significant role in bridging communities across the strait.
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Over 1.36 million passenger trips under 'mini three links' in 2024
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