Visa-Free Boom: Hainan Free Port Sees 60% Jump in Visitors
One month after its special customs launch in December 2025, Hainan Free Trade Port welcomed over 70,000 foreign visitors—a 60% year-on-year surge driven by visa-free entry and new flights.
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Ocean Flower Island: Danzhou’s Seaside Gem Fuels Hainan Free Trade Port
Discover Ocean Flower Island in Danzhou, Hainan: a stunning artificial paradise blending seaside living, culture and business as the Hainan Free Trade Port officially launches in 2025.