The FAA implemented ground stops on August 4, 2026, at multiple major U.S. airports. This led to widespread flight cancellations and delays nationwide.
WestJet flight attendants began striking on August 2, 2026, grounding over 600 mainline flights across Canada and impacting around 250,000 passengers. The strike followed failed contract negotiations with the union CUPE Local 8125.
Bilateral trade between Greece and China exceeded €7.18 billion in 2025, with exports rising sharply and trade deficit narrowing. Chinese tourist arrivals are recovering, supported by direct flights and increased use of Chinese digital payment platforms.