1- Takes the lead in researching, drafting, and revising local policies and systems related to foreign affairs;
2- Oversees and conducts research on foreign affairs policies and related work;
3- Studies and formulates development plans for Xiamen's foreign affairs initiatives;
4- Drafts comprehensive materials such as important documents;
5- Responsible for external publicity work and jointly reviewing important international news reports related to Xiamen;
6- Releases foreign affairs news;
7- Coordinates and assists municipal external publicity department and public-oriented foreign affairs education;
8- Edits and publishes the promotional materials for XMFAO, as well as the maintenance of information dissemination platforms such as its website and new media channels;
9- Oversees the department's foreign-related economic work and provides policy proposals;
10- Assumes routine work of the foreign affairs committee office of Xiamen Municipal Party Committee.
Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a decree on Dec 1, allowing Chinese nationals to enter Russia visa-free for tourism or business purposes for a period not exceeding 30 days, based on the principle of reciprocity.
The National Immigration Administration's online arrival card system for international travelers took effect on Nov 20, when Xiamen Port greeted the first group of foreign travelers utilizing the system.
