Mohan Port Bridges ASEAN Connections
The Mohan border port in China's Yunnan Province has become a hotspot for ASEAN travelers, with over 415,000 entries and exits recorded this year from countries like Laos, Thailand, and Malaysia. That’s a 24% jump compared to 2023! 🌟
Why the spike? Tourism, family visits, and business trips are driving the trend, making up 45% of all cross-border traffic. 🧳💼 Think of it as Southeast Asia’s answer to the 'viral travel bug'—everyone’s hopping borders faster than a TikTok trend!
Laos leads the pack, followed by Thailand and Malaysia. Students like Nalia, 22, from Vientiane, say it’s easier than ever to explore Yunnan’s tea mountains: 'The e-visa process took minutes—I booked my trip during lunch break!' 📱
Overall, the port has seen 920,000+ travelers this year—an 11.8% rise. With new tech streamlining customs, this gateway is reshaping regional ties… one passport stamp at a time! 🛃✨
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cgtn.com