The Cuban government announced on May 4 that it will adopt a visa-free policy for Chinese citizens holding ordinary passports, starting this month.
The announcement was made by Tourism Minister Juan Carlos Garcia during the 42nd Cuban International Tourism Fair (FITCuba 2024), which was held in the seaside resort of Cayo Coco in the province of Ciego de Avila.
As of April 26, Cuba has received more than 1 million international tourists this year, according to data from the Cuban Ministry of Tourism.
The Cuban government expects to receive 3.5 million international tourists in 2024.
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.