入境更便利 “中国游”热度持续上升

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the articles highlights the increasing convenience of entry into China, leading to a rise in international tourism and travel [1][2][3] - As of November 23, 2023, the number of inbound and outbound travelers at Beijing port reached over 19.35 million, a year-on-year increase of 18%, with foreign travelers exceeding 5.78 million, up over 35% [1] - Xiamen port has also seen significant growth, with over 5.4 million travelers this year, including more than 960,000 foreign travelers, marking a historical high for the same period [1] - The implementation of visa-free policies and the introduction of new international routes have contributed to the increase in foreign travelers, with approximately 60% entering through visa exemptions [1][2] Group 2 - From November 5, 2023, an additional 10 airports were designated as 24-hour direct transit points, increasing the total number of ports eligible for the 240-hour visa-free transit policy from 60 to 65 [2] - The Beijing border inspection station has proactively implemented measures to facilitate the new policies, including multilingual assistance and enhanced signage for travelers [2] - The combination of artificial intelligence and human assistance in border control services has improved the experience for international travelers, covering over 30 languages [2] - The data from the National Immigration Administration indicates that in the third quarter of this year, 178 million people entered and exited the country, with over 89.37 million being mainland residents, reflecting a significant two-way travel trend [2]