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Core Insights - Xi'an is focusing on inbound tourism and duty-free consumption, promoting collaborations between duty-free shops and overseas tourism enterprises and hotels, which is crucial for enhancing inbound consumption [1] - Inbound consumption is a key strategy for promoting high-level opening-up, facilitating domestic and international dual circulation, and constructing a new development pattern [1] - The development of diverse consumption for international consumers is a core support for world-renowned international consumption center cities [1] Domestic Practices - The vitality of inbound consumption in national and international consumption center cities is increasing, with significant potential for expansion [2] - Policies such as transit visa exemptions and improved inbound payment convenience have led to over 20.89 million inbound foreign visitors in the first three quarters of this year, a year-on-year increase of over 50% [2] - The number of domestic duty-free shops has surpassed 10,000 by the end of August, indicating an optimized inbound consumption environment [2] Future Development - International consumption center cities need to attract and serve foreign consumers better, which is a primary task for becoming world-class centers [2] - There is a need to enhance visa facilitation, international flight accessibility, language environment, payment convenience, and tax refund policies to align with new international consumption trends and demands [2] - Expanding the breadth and depth of inbound consumption involves improving service quality, attracting diverse tourist groups, and exploring new sources of international consumers [2] Focus Areas - Emphasis on various forms of tourism such as leisure, business activities, family visits, exhibitions, shopping, medical services, and cultural performances [3] - Development of culturally rich, immersive tourism products and experiences to enhance interaction and engagement for both domestic and international tourists [3] - Targeting younger demographics and families with tailored high-quality cultural and tourism consumption projects [3] - Strengthening inter-city cooperation and marketing towards developed countries to attract more foreign tourists for cross-regional travel [3]