HONG KONG: Cathay Pacific Airways said on Friday (Jul 24) it would raise passenger and cargo fuel surcharges from Aug 1, reversing a series of reductions since May, as jet fuel prices surge on renewed Middle East tensions. The Hong Kong flag carrier said the adjustment marks the first increase to surcharges since April, though the charges remain below their peak in that month. On flights between Hong Kong and mainland China, the surcharge will increase to HK$198 from HK$165. The fuel surcharge for cargo shipments departing Hong Kong will increase to HK$10.10 per kg for long-haul destinations, HK$5.10 per kg for medium-haul, and HK$2.80 per kg for short-haul, effective Aug 1. Cathay said it would continue to review and revise fuel surcharges every two weeks.