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China warns citizens to avoid travel to Japan amid escalating Taiwan-related row

China warns citizens to avoid travel to Japan amid escalating Taiwan-related row

On 15 November, Beijing issued a rare travel advisory urging Chinese citizens to stay away from Japan after Tokyo’s new prime minister suggested Japan could intervene in a Taiwan conflict. The move, which drew an immediate protest from Tokyo, threatens to hit Japan’s tourism-dependent sectors and complicates business travel just ahead of the peak winter season.

Nov 16, 2025
Major Chinese airlines waive change and refund fees on Japan routes after foreign-ministry warning

Major Chinese airlines waive change and refund fees on Japan routes after foreign-ministry warning

After Beijing’s 14 November safety notice, Air China, China Eastern, China Southern and four other mainland carriers introduced free change and refund options for all Japan-bound tickets issued before 15 November, covering travel until year-end. The waivers help businesses avoid sudden cost spikes but signal how quickly geopolitical tension can disrupt East Asia flight schedules.

Nov 16, 2025

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