Fuzhou Airport launches second runway and inaugural Xiamen Airlines Fuzhou–Amsterdam route
Visa-free expansion drives China’s inbound tourism surge, authorities urged to focus on ‘last-mile’ services
Foreign Ministry touts China’s ‘open-door’ agenda at press briefing, invites multinationals to upcoming trade expos
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U.S. Supreme Court ruling raises stakes for Chinese green-card holders accused of crimes
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled on 23 June 2026 that border officers may place returning green-card holders on immigration parole based on mere suspicion of certain crimes. The precedent heightens legal uncertainty for Chinese lawful permanent residents who shuttle between China and the United States, prompting immigration lawyers to recommend additional documentation and, in some cases, alternative visa strategies.
Canada invites 4,000 candidates in 23 June Express Entry draw, offering new pathway for Chinese talent
Canada’s 23 June 2026 Express Entry draw invited 4,000 candidates under the Canadian Experience Class with a 516 CRS cut-off. Thousands of Chinese nationals working or studying in Canada stand to benefit, making it a favourable moment for employers to convert temporary assignments into permanent roles before stricter rules arrive in 2027.
Dragon Boat Festival pushes China’s border crossings to 6.67 million, up 12.9 % year-on-year
China processed 6.667 million border crossings during the 19–21 June Dragon Boat Festival, 12.9 percent more than in 2025. Foreign-passport movements grew 23.3 percent, with 266,000 travellers entering visa-free. The figures confirm that China’s expanded visa-waiver schemes and restored transport capacity are boosting international mobility and will require corporates to plan for holiday-driven peaks.
China Eastern opens Shanghai–Zurich nonstop, bolstering Europe network
China Eastern has started direct Shanghai–Zurich flights, operating three times weekly with A350-900 aircraft. The link boosts executive mobility between the Yangtze River Delta and Switzerland’s financial hub, provides new belly-cargo capacity and gives Chinese carriers a cost edge as SWISS cuts frequencies. Travel managers should factor in the shorter journey and competitive fares when planning Europe itineraries.
Dragon Boat Festival Sees 6.67 Million Cross-Border Movements, Signalling China’s Post-Pandemic Travel Rebound
Border officials processed 6.667 million passenger movements during the 19–21 June Dragon Boat Festival, a 12.9 % jump on 2025 and the strongest holiday traffic since the pandemic. Rising foreign arrivals—boosted by new visa-waiver partners—and surging short-haul outbound trips confirm that China’s international mobility market is accelerating. Corporations should prepare for tighter summer capacity and ensure travellers carry complete digital documentation to benefit from the restored e-gate network.
Shenzhen–Hong Kong Land Ports Handle 1 Million Holiday Travellers as Cross-Border ‘Micro-Vacations’ Boom
Shenzhen’s Huanggang, Futian and Liantang land ports processed almost one million passengers during the 19–21 June Dragon Boat Festival, driven by short ‘micro-vacations’ between the mainland and Hong Kong. The jump in flows, including 2,040 visa-free foreign arrivals, caused evening congestion that impacted cross-border commuters and business travellers. Companies are urged to track live border data and consider flexible schedules or alternative checkpoints during peak periods.
Shenzhen declares six busiest land ports smoke-free zones to improve traveller experience
Effective 22 June, Shenzhen’s six main land ports have become smoke-free zones, with fines for individuals and transport operators who violate the ban. The measure, aimed at improving health and service quality for the 100 million annual cross-border travellers, requires corporate shuttle operators and assignees to update compliance procedures.