国家移民局：以更便捷的出入境管理服务政策畅通中外交流渠道

Group 1 - The core viewpoint emphasizes that openness is a distinctive feature of Chinese modernization, with the National Immigration Administration committed to optimizing immigration policies to enhance the attractiveness for foreigners to visit China [1][2] - In the first quarter of this year, nearly 7.7 million foreign visitors entered China, representing a year-on-year increase of nearly 40%, with visa-free entries accounting for nearly 70% of total arrivals [1][2] - The potential for China's inbound consumption market is expanding as more foreign visitors experience tourism in China, contributing to sustained growth [1] Group 2 - China has implemented unilateral visa exemptions for 38 countries, signed comprehensive mutual visa exemption agreements with 29 countries, and established 240-hour transit visa exemptions for 54 countries, creating a comprehensive visa exemption policy system [2] - The National Immigration Administration is enhancing services for foreigners in China, including facilitating visa extensions and addressing concerns related to accommodation, transportation, and payment [2] - The series of visa exemption policies have significantly promoted the popularity of "China tours" globally, helping to reduce misunderstandings and biases about China [2] Group 3 - The combination of diverse attractions in China and efficient immigration policies suggests a promising future for "China tours" [3] - The National Immigration Administration aims to innovate policies while enhancing management capabilities, ensuring the protection of the legal rights of both domestic and foreign travelers [3] - The focus on maintaining normal immigration order and ensuring high-level security is crucial for supporting high-level openness [3]