China Needs a Major Overhaul to Attract Foreign Tourists |
China is stepping up efforts to court international tourists as part of a broader push to boost domestic spending. But for travelers to take advantage, Beijing still has more work to do.
Last month, nine government bodies led by the Commerce Ministry introduced new policies to woo overseas visitors. They promised to expand the number of countries granted unilateral visa-free entry beyond the 50 it already allows, as well as encourage ubiquitous online platforms, including ride-hailing apps and food-delivery firms, to offer more language options for users unable to read Chinese.