Immigration authorities across China handled 163 million entry and exit trips in the first quarter of 2025, marking a remarkable 15.3% year-on-year increase. Among these movements, 80.27 million were made by residents of the Chinese mainland, 65.72 million by residents of Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan, and 17.43 million by foreign nationals.
This robust surge reflects a dynamic shift in global mobility. For young global citizens, tech enthusiasts, thought leaders, and digital nomads, the numbers signal a rebirth of modern travel—one that fuels emerging market trends, sustainable tourism, and cross-cultural interaction.
Data-driven insights reveal that this upward trend in travel activity is reshaping industries from tourism to tech innovation. As travel restrictions ease and opportunities for inter-regional exchange grow, the global community is poised to benefit from enhanced connectivity and economic revival.
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