China records 40.6m foreign arrivals in first year of 240-hour visa-free transit policy

China’s landmark 240-hour visa-free transit policy has demonstrated remarkable success in its inaugural year, catalyzing a substantial 27.2% year-on-year increase in foreign arrivals. Official data reveals the nation welcomed 40.6 million international visitors under this streamlined transit framework, signaling a robust recovery in global mobility and cross-border travel.