Group 1 - The Russian government has officially implemented a visa-free policy for Chinese citizens, allowing them to travel to Russia for tourism and business purposes until September 14, 2026, with a maximum stay of 30 days [1] - Following the announcement, there was a significant surge in flight searches to Russia, with cities like Beijing, Shanghai, and Guangzhou showing the highest interest. For instance, the search volume for flights from Hangzhou to St. Petersburg increased by 3.6 times [1] - Year-on-year growth in flight searches from various Chinese cities to St. Petersburg and Moscow was notable, with cities like Urumqi and Qingdao experiencing increases of 16 times and 15 times, respectively [1] Group 2 - The tourism company, Zhongxin Travel, plans to enhance its offerings in Russia, focusing on unique experiences such as aurora viewing and winter sports, which are expected to attract a broader demographic of Chinese tourists [2] - Online travel service provider Tongcheng Travel reported a continuous rise in flight searches to Russia, with hotel bookings for Russian destinations increasing by over 40% year-on-year [2] - The visa-free policy is anticipated to boost inbound and outbound tourism at border ports like Heilongjiang, with a significant increase in travel experiences available to Chinese tourists in Russia [3]