1- Centralizes the management of affairs concerning business trips to overseas countries in Xiamen;
2- Examines and approves affairs concerning business trips to overseas countries in Xiamen;
3- Issues and manages passports for business trips;
4- Manages visa applications of individuals for business trips to overseas countries;
5- Supervises and examines the task implementations on business visits to foreign countries;
6- Approves the invitation of foreign government officials at or above the vice-ministerial level to visit Xiamen;
7- Examines and issues the Confirmation Letter of Invitation and Invitation Letter required when inviting foreigners to Xiamen;
8- Handles visa extension and residence permits for foreigners with diplomatic or service passports who perform official businesses in Xiamen;
9- Approves the organization of international conferences in Xiamen;
10- Takes the responsibility of the application and management of the APEC Business Travel Card.
China has launched a new pilot program to allow eligible enterprises greater access to overseas financing in support of green and low-carbon transformation projects, the country's foreign exchange regulator said on Aug 21.
To further streamline the experience, China is expanding tax refund stores, broadening the range of refundable goods, and refining refund procedures, ensuring an efficient and seamless shopping experience for global visitors.
