
China Welcomes 13.64 Million Visa-Free Visitors in First Half of 2025
China sees a surge in visa-free foreign entries, welcoming 13.64 million visitors in the first half of 2025, thanks to new policies boosting tourism and international exchanges.
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China sees a surge in visa-free foreign entries, welcoming 13.64 million visitors in the first half of 2025, thanks to new policies boosting tourism and international exchanges.

China and Australia have issued a joint statement from their Annual Leaders’ Meeting, marking a pivotal moment in strengthening their bilateral ties.

The United States is calling on Israel to investigate the death of Palestinian American Saif Musallam, who was reportedly killed by Israeli settlers in the West Bank.

President Trump announces a major trade deal with Indonesia, signaling new global trade shifts as Asian economies seek partnerships amid changing policies.

China and Australia are deepening their bilateral cooperation as they face global economic uncertainties. Leaders from both countries met to discuss enhancing partnerships in trade, technology, and culture.

China’s top legislator Zhao Leji and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese met in Beijing to strengthen ties and chart a new path for China-Australia relations.

Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador urges the U.S. to intensify efforts to curb drug and arms trafficking across the border, emphasizing mutual cooperation and respect for sovereignty.
Foreign ministers from the Shanghai Cooperation Organization gathered in Tianjin to prepare for the 2025 summit, discussing cooperation and key regional issues.

China urges the U.S. to immediately lift its decades-long blockade and sanctions against Cuba, emphasizing support for Cuba’s sovereignty and development.

Xi Jinping’s new article on advancing high-standard opening up will be published in the Qiushi Journal, highlighting China’s commitment to deeper global economic integration.