Get ready to pack your bags! 🎒 Starting in 2025, travelers from the Chinese mainland and Uzbekistan can enjoy 30-day visa-free stays in each other’s countries, alongside new direct flights connecting the two nations. 🌐 This move aims to boost tourism and cultural ties between Asia’s economic powerhouse and the heart of Central Asia.
Uzbekistan has already seen a surge in visitors, with 6.5 million foreign tourists arriving between January and October 2024. Now, the country is setting its sights on welcoming 1 million Chinese tourists annually. 🏜️ \"We’re opening doors to unforgettable experiences—from the Silk Road’s ancient cities to vibrant modern culture,\" said Umid Shadiev, chairman of Uzbekistan’s Tourism Committee.
For globetrotters and culture enthusiasts, this agreement is a game-changer. 🚀 Whether you’re exploring Uzbekistan’s UNESCO-listed architecture or China’s dynamic cities, the future of travel just got smoother—and cheaper! 💸
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China and Uzbekistan to issue 30-day visa-free travel policy
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