Beijing–Tokyo Rift Triggers Two-Way Travel Warnings and Mass Flight Cancellations
Russia Confirms Visa-Free Entry for Chinese Citizens “in the Very Near Future”
China Digitalises Arrival Card and Extends 30-Day Visa-Free Entry for South Koreans
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Beijing Issues Rare “Do-Not-Travel” Warning for Japan Amid Rising Tensions
Beijing upgraded its travel advice on November 17, urging Chinese citizens to avoid Japan after a spate of assaults on Chinese nationals and political friction over Taiwan. Japanese tourism and retail stocks fell sharply, underscoring the economic impact when Chinese outbound travel slows. Firms with travellers or assignees in Japan should review security and contingency plans.
China Eastern to Open Record-Breaking Shanghai–Buenos Aires ‘Direct’ Service
China Eastern will launch a twice-weekly Shanghai–Auckland–Buenos Aires service on 4 December, creating the world’s longest direct passenger flight. The route restores China–Latin America connectivity, offers new cargo capacity and gives corporates a faster option for South-South travel.
Air India Confirms Return to Mainland China Routes After Six-Year Hiatus
Air India will relaunch direct Delhi–Shanghai flights in February 2026, a decision announced on November 17, 2025. The restart will slash journey times for business travellers, support expanding bilateral trade and signal a thaw in India-China aviation ties.
Phnom Penh China-Visa Centre Announces 29 December Closure; Collection Dates Shift
Phnom Penh’s Chinese Visa Centre will shut on 29 December, with adjusted passport-collection dates for applications filed 24-26 December. Corporations and travellers should submit paperwork earlier to dodge holiday delays.