正月初一起实施，中方对加拿大、英国免签

Group 1 - China will implement a visa-free policy for ordinary passport holders from Canada and the UK starting February 17, 2026, allowing stays of up to 30 days for business, tourism, family visits, and transit [1] - The visa exemption policy is a sign of close bilateral relations and mutual trust, reflecting a proactive strategy based on risk assessment of personnel movement [1] - In 2025, China granted visa-free treatment to citizens of 48 countries and signed mutual visa exemption agreements with 29 countries, while expanding its 240-hour visa-free transit policy to 55 countries [1] Group 2 - The trend of "Becoming Chinese" is gaining momentum on overseas social media, indicating a shift in perception where foreigners see China not just as a destination but as a producer worth engaging with [2] - The Ministry of Commerce and nine other departments have launched a special plan for the "Happy Spring Festival Shopping Festival" in 2026, covering six major sectors including dining, accommodation, transportation, tourism, shopping, and entertainment [2] - There has been a significant increase in flight bookings by foreign tourists during the two weeks leading up to the Spring Festival, with some hotels reporting that foreign guests accounted for one-third of their bookings [2]