The significant increase in the number of business travel card applications is a microcosm of the positive rebound and expected improvement in cross-border trade in Xiamen.
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.
China has decided to extend the visa-free policy for short-term visits to China for 12 countries until the end of 2025, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said on May 7.
On May 6, Xiamen, as one of the 20 pilot cities for the implementation of new policies by the National Immigration Administration (NIA), implemented five new polices.
The Cuban government announced on May 4 that it will adopt a visa-free policy for Chinese citizens holding ordinary passports, starting this month.
China now enjoys comprehensive mutual visa exemption with 23 countries after reaching an agreement on mutual visa exemption with Thailand on Jan 28.
