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04 Jun 2026, 06:46 GMT+10

(260604) -- RICHMOND, June 4, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Travelers pose for a photo in front of a FIFA World Cup 2026 display at Vancouver International Airport in Richmond, British Columbia, Canada, on June 3, 2026. Vancouver International Airport announced its FIFA World Cup 2026 readiness plan on Wednesday, outlining preparations to support increased passenger flows and enhance the travel experience. The airport is expected to handle about 2.7 million passengers during the tournament period. (Photo by Liang Sen/Xinhua)

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