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Chinese tourists take a selfie at the Golden Temple in Amritsar. Photo: AFP
India

India gears up for long-awaited return of Chinese tourists

India anticipates a tourism boost after it resumed accepting Chinese tourist visa applications last month after a five-year hiatus.

South Korea

South Korea to offer Chinese tourists visa-free entry from September

Mainland China

China’s high-speed rail nears 50,000km milestone – but is it sustainable?

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China consumption

More than just fun: how China is using theme parks to fuel consumer spending

Stagnant wages, job uncertainty and rising living costs have not stopped families from treating their children to feel-good outings, analysts say.

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Art

Hong Kong artists show experimental works on the China-North Korea border

Tsang Kin-wah and Mark Chung are the first Hong Kong artists to exhibit at the cutting-edge contemporary Yalu River Art Museum in Dandong.

Asia travel

5 inspiring museums to visit in Guangdong for history, jewellery and more

Discover TCM’s legacy at the Guangdong Chinese Medicine Museum, or take your nose on a time-travelling adventure at Xuelei Fragrance Museum.

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Shenzhen

China’s Shenzhen, Guangzhou airports break pre-Covid records

Domestic and international traffic up, as air travel in Greater Bay Area goes from strength to strength – but analysts warn of challenges ahead.

Image of a Cathay Pacific aircraft taking off from the Hong Kong International Airport in Chek Lap Kok. Photo: SCMP/Felix Wong
Trending in China

China airport lounge demands proof of assets worth US$2.8 million for access

New asset verification rule deprives customers who previously met original criteria of rightful access, constitutes unfair terms, says lawyer.

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Hong Kong tourism

Opinion | Hong Kong must ensure tourism works for both visitors and locals

Tailored strategies, crowd management, sustainable growth and the preservation of local culture will benefit both visitors and locals.

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Mainland China

China vows high-speed rail upgrade after years of record-breaking expansion

Beijing expected to reach 50,000km target by end of 2025, as it shifts focus to quality and efficiency.

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A volunteer holds leaflets as he stands near a 600km High Speed Maglev model showcasing at the National Railway Test Center during a tour by delegates to the World Congress on High-Speed Rail held in Beijing, Wednesday, July 9, 2025. Photo: AP
Russia

Chinese rust-belt city gambles on the skies – and Russia – to fuel revival

With a shrinking population and limited transport, Hegang bets on a new airport – but analysts warn of risks.

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Hegang’s civil airport is expected to accommodate 450,000 passengers and 1,600 tonnes of cargo annually, with a 2,500-metre runway and a 5,008-square-metre terminal.
US-China relations

Why US, China railway industries want collaboration fast-tracked

As a long-time leader in freight rail and urban transit, America still has a wealth of knowledge to offer China, US diplomat says.

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China manufacturing

As China’s speedy maglev train breaks records, US ambitions go off the rails

3M, Caterpillar and other American firms will gather in Beijing on Friday to discuss rail transit and supply-chain opportunities.

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Tourism

Editorial | Aviation officials should balance safety efforts with passenger needs

Earlier notice and a wider range of certifications could have ensured a smoother roll-out of the ban on some power banks on flights in China.

Passengers hold out their portable power banks at the departure hall of Hong Kong International Airport on April 7. Photo: May Tse
China consumption

Why China’s luxury hotels are selling street food to survive

High-end hotels ditch banquets for fried rice amid weak consumption and tighter controls on lavish official spending.

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Zhongwu Hotel street vendor in Changzhou, Jiangsu province, China, on July 3, 2025. Photo: Handout
Tourism

China sees surge in sales of duty-free goods amid inbound tourism boom

China has expanded a scheme allowing foreign tourists to claim tax refunds on a range of purchases, as it strives to attract more visitors.

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Belt and Road Initiative

China to speed up bullet-train connectivity with neighbours

High-speed railways will be a cornerstone of China’s Belt and Road, creating key transport arteries to set international railway standards.

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Tourism

China’s visa-free policy pays dividends as overseas entries soar in 2025

China’s major cities have reported enormous increases in visitors from abroad, many entering under a popular visa exemption scheme.

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An expanded visa-free entry policy has provided a much-needed boost to China’s overseas tourism. Photo: Xinhua
China consumption

Party at sea: why young Chinese have fallen in love with cruise ship holidays

Convenience, group bonding and affordable fares fuel the latest travel trend, analysts say.

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Tourism

A moped ride through China’s ‘Forest of 10,000 Peaks’, Wanfenglin

This tranquil valley in Guizhou has scenery to rival that in Guilin – and is best enjoyed by moped.

Tourism

Explainer | China’s power bank crackdown: 6 preflight answers for wary travellers

Uncertified devices for charging electronics are banned from domestic flights, leaving some people caught off guard at airports.

China’s move to ban non-compliant power banks from flights caught some travellers off guard. Photo: Shutterstock
China consumption

Explainer | How can you claim tax refunds as a tourist in China?

China is making it easier for tourists to claim value-added tax refunds on purchases made during their trips - here’s how it works.

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China has introduced new rules to make it easier for foreign tourists to claim tax refunds on purchases made during their trips. Photo: Xinhua
China consumption

China’s museums find a solution to their cash flow woes: viral souvenirs

Museums are rushing to launch new ranges of themed merchandise as they try to tap into China’s ‘emotional consumption’ trend.

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Locals' Guide

Insiders say Taipei is a city that ‘reveals itself in layers’

Tastemakers tell us about the Taiwanese capital’s latest hotspots and the under-the-tourist-radar classics they keep returning to.

Chinese tourists

China’s thrill-seekers eye adventure tourism as social media lures them off-grid

A growing contingent of Chinese tourists seeks ‘shareable’ and ‘off-the-beaten-path experiences’, away from the hustle and bustle of urban sightseeing.

A group climbs Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. Photo: Shutterstock
China property

Another brick in the wall: world’s largest Legoland opens in Shanghai in July

The US$550 million Legoland Shanghai Resort, which opens on July 5, can attract up to 2.4 million visitors a year, officials say.

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Legoland Shanghai Resort was unveiled to the media on Friday, ahead of its public opening on July 5. Photo: Kyodo
China jobs

Can ‘emerging occupations’ solve China’s youth job crisis? Not everyone is sold

New recognised roles - particularly in culture and tourism - have been touted as helping fill employment gaps, but opinions are mixed.

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Chinese tourists

Explainer | 5 ways to enter mainland China without a visa

China has rapidly expanded its visa-free entry schemes in recent years to boost its tourism sector. Here is how the systems work.

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