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Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News
Moscow, December 2 (Xinhua) — The introduction of a visa-free regime for Chinese citizens creates new opportunities for the development of tourism infrastructure in Russia. The number of individual travelers from China could increase by at least 50 percent, according to Alexander Musikhin, Vice President of the Association of Tour Operators of Russia (ATOR).
"Any visa waiver is a powerful marketing tool for the country," noted A. Musikhin. He added that Russia is actively preparing for the summer season, which traditionally sees peak tourist traffic.
"The profile of a tourist is changing significantly. While tourists used to be primarily interested in iconic places with a rich history, now historical tourism is gradually shifting to experiential tourism. That means, for example, trying Russian cuisine—not just tasting pelmeni, but participating in their preparation. And figure skating, too. Not just watching competitions, but trying them out and learning for yourself," the expert explained.
Work is underway to translate information into Chinese, expand the number of UnionPay card terminals, and improve mobile communications for foreign visitors. According to A. Musikhin, the existing infrastructure is capable of handling the projected increase in tourist traffic.
Earlier, Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a decree according to which, based on the principle of reciprocity, Chinese citizens will be able to enter the Russian Federation visa-free for tourism and business trips of up to 30 days until September 14, 2026. –0–
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