During the first six months of 2016, contracted outbound investment from Xiamen totaled $3.36 billion, rising 201 percent from the same period last year.
Investment in countries along the Maritime Silk Road grew 540 percent to reach $850 million during the six-month period, accounting for 25.3 percent of that total.
Outbound investment made through mergers and acquisitions grew 250 percent to reach $1.74 billion during the period and accounted for 51.7 percent of the total contracted outbound investment.
China's latest departure tax refund measures will allow overseas visitors to obtain instant refunds across more regions and give them up to 28 days to leave the country, making multi-city trips easier and encouraging longer stays and greater spending.
Uruguay will grant visa-free entry to Chinese citizens.
