East China's coastal city of Xiamen launched the country's first rail route to Europe under a smart and secure trade lanes (SSTL) program. The cargo train, carrying 38 containers of liquid crystal displays worth 31 million yuan ($4.5 million), departed Xiamen on March 2. The journey to Lodz, Poland, is expected to last 15 days.
China announced and implemented on May 15 a policy allowing visa-free entry of foreign tourist groups aboard cruise ships via all cruise ship ports along the country's coastline.
China and Georgia are set to waive visa requirements for travelers starting May 28.
