菲律宾官宣对华14天免签，一周前刚否认相关传闻

Group 1 - The Philippines has officially announced a visa exemption for Chinese citizens, effective from January 16, 2026, allowing a stay of up to 14 days without extension [1] - The visa exemption policy applies only to tourists entering through Manila and Cebu airports, and follows previous discussions and clarifications regarding the visa status for Chinese nationals [1][2] - The Philippines has been actively adjusting its visa policies to attract more Chinese tourists and business travelers, which is crucial for the recovery of its tourism sector [2][3] Group 2 - The tourism industry is a significant pillar of the Philippine economy, providing nearly 40% of domestic employment, and Chinese tourists were the second-largest source of visitors before the pandemic [3] - In 2019, 1.74 million Chinese tourists visited the Philippines, but numbers have drastically declined due to the pandemic and geopolitical tensions, with a 24.4% year-on-year drop in Chinese visitors in the first eight months of 2025 [3] - The implementation of the visa exemption policy is expected to significantly boost tourist numbers and support the development of the hotel and short-term rental industries in the Philippines [3]