China updated its tax refund policy for foreign tourists, shifting from a refund-upon-departure model to a refund-upon-purchase model, the State Taxation Administration (STA) said on April 8.
Xiamen has recently introduced a comprehensive set of measures to enhance its foreign investment environment and attract greater foreign capital. The package includes 13 practical measures across three key areas.
The 240-hour visa-free transit policy, which has led to a surge in interest among prospective tourists, is a clear sign of China's continued opening-up and has been included in this year's Government Work Report.
China's convenient mobile payment services have bolstered tourism-related consumption and injected fresh momentum into the country's economic recovery during the Spring Festival holiday.
In response to the 240-hour visa-free transit policy for foreigners, Xiamen has introduced integrated inbound tourism routes for the first time.
Amap, a leading Chinese digital map provider, has launched the first English-language version of its popular navigation app, aiming to facilitate travel for the growing number of international tourists visiting China.
