India, Nov. 6 -- In a bid to boost international tourism and strengthen global ties, China has extended its visa-free entry policy to 45 countries. The entry policy, which was supposed to lapse at the end of 2025, will now be valid until December 31, 2026. Additionally, the country has added Sweden to the list of nations eligible for visa-free access. The visa-free policy will also help the country expand its reach to the European Union, a major trading partner for China.

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China's fresh visa-free entry policy: Key details

The extended visa-free policy allows eligible visitors to spend up to 30 days in China without requiring a vi...