China Reports Surge in Cross-Border Travel Over May Day Holiday
Cross-border travel in the Chinese mainland surged during the May Day holiday, with foreign visitor numbers rising by nearly 13% due to expanded visa-free policies.
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Cross-border travel in the Chinese mainland surged during the May Day holiday, with foreign visitor numbers rising by nearly 13% due to expanded visa-free policies.
The Chinese mainland reported a record-breaking 1.5 billion cross-regional trips during the May Day holiday, with road travel remaining the dominant mode of transport.
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