Group 1 - The core viewpoint highlights the significant increase in cross-border travel and tourism activity in Shanghai and the border areas, driven by the summer travel season and the implementation of convenient payment systems [1][3][5] - Since July 1, the daily average number of inbound and outbound travelers at Shanghai port reached 129,000, a year-on-year increase of over 14%, with a peak of 157,000 on August 9, marking the highest single-day record for the year [1][3] - The domestic and international tourism market is experiencing a surge, with family trips and educational tours contributing to the increased passenger flow, as evidenced by over 1.58 million outbound travelers checked at Shanghai airports by August 10, accounting for 67.7% of total outbound travelers [3] Group 2 - The implementation of the cross-border payment interconnectivity between China and Vietnam has facilitated a significant rise in tourist traffic at the Hekou port, with a total of 996,000 inbound and outbound travelers recorded, representing an 8.2% year-on-year increase [4][7] - The introduction of digital payment solutions has eliminated barriers for cross-border transactions, enhancing the consumption of cultural and tourism services [5][7] - To accommodate the growing number of travelers, the Hekou border inspection station has introduced various facilitation measures, including a self-service entry card filling system and online pre-declaration channels for cross-border tour groups [7]