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Hebei’s Shijiazhuang Airport warns of 70 % spike in foreign arrivals on 26 September
Shijiazhuang’s border police forecast concentrated arrivals on 26 September and will open all lanes to keep queues down. Online arrival-card submission and early airport arrival are recommended, especially for business visitors connecting to other cities the same night.
Xi’an Border Police issue holiday traffic forecast and guidance for international passengers
Shaanxi’s border-inspection authority predicts 62,000 international passenger movements through Xi’an Airport over the double holiday and outlines peak times and service measures. The advisory helps companies and airlines fine-tune itineraries and underscores the airport’s growing role as a secondary international hub for western China.
Xi Jinping Urges Expansion of China-U.S. Direct Flights and Youth Exchanges
During his Washington visit, President Xi called for more China-U.S. direct flights and offered 100 000 study and exchange places for young Americans. The remarks could accelerate bilateral negotiations on additional air-service frequencies, easing a major bottleneck for business and educational travel.
Mumbai Chinese Visa Centre Announces Closures for Mid-Autumn and National Day
CVASC Mumbai will close on 25 September and 1–7 October, pushing visa pick-up dates well into October. Indian business travellers to China should reschedule submissions or use alternative centres to avoid delays that could derail meetings and project launches.
Guangdong’s Zhongshan ferry port expects 18,000 cross-border passengers during Mid-Autumn break
Zhongshan’s marine checkpoint is bracing for 18,000 passengers over three days and rolling out express lanes and facial-recognition boarding. Travellers should monitor weather-related schedule changes and ensure they carry proof of business purpose when required.
Record-breaking holiday demand: CAAC forecasts 19,800 flights on 30 September
China’s aviation regulator expects an unprecedented 19,800 flights on 30 September, driven by the overlapping Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day break. Airlines have been told to add capacity and airports to open extra lanes, while a national contingency plan will keep operations running smoothly. The boom underlines the rapid rebound of both domestic and international demand and calls for early booking by business travellers.
Shijiazhuang Airport Issues Holiday Border-Crossing Advisory
Shijiazhuang’s border-inspection unit forecasts a modest but concentrated surge of international passengers during the 25–27 September holiday and warns travellers to complete e-arrival cards and arrive early. Extra counters and English-speaking staff will be on duty, but corporate travellers should still budget additional processing time.
Rizhao launches tri-service patrols to keep foreign ships compliant over holiday
Rizhao’s border, maritime and aerial units have begun joint patrols to clamp down on illegal activity and ensure smooth port operations during the holiday rush. Vessel operators face tighter inspections, and shippers are advised to double-check crew and visitor paperwork.
Hunan border authorities forecast 62,000 holiday crossings and offer 6-language hotline
Hunan expects 62,000 cross-border passengers over the holiday and will provide multilingual support and flexible lane allocation to speed processing. The measures aim to keep central China attractive to tourists and foreign investors alike.
Chongqing Airlines adds 10 popular routes and boosts Guangzhou frequency for National Day
Chongqing Airlines will add capacity on ten domestic routes and increase Chongqing–Guangzhou flights during the National Day holiday, giving both leisure and business travellers more options and helping to stabilise fares.
Emergency Management Ministry schedules live briefing on holiday travel safety
The Ministry of Emergency Management will hold a multi-agency press conference at 15:00 on 24 September to present safety measures for the holiday travel surge. Companies should tune in for practical guidance that may influence transport scheduling and duty-of-care policies.
Premier Li Promises Easier Market Access and Friendlier Rules for Cross-Border E-Commerce Imports
At the Global Digital Trade Expo, Premier Li announced looser market-entry rules and friendlier import policies for cross-border e-commerce, signalling upcoming customs and work-permit facilitation that could ease the rotation of foreign specialists into China.