Mutual visa exemption highlights closer China-Russia government and people-to-people ties: FM

(ECNS) — Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson on Tuesday welcomed Russia’s decision to grant visa-free entry to Chinese nationals, calling it a move that will further deepen bilateral ties and promote exchanges between the two peoples.

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday signed an executive order allowing Chinese citizens to enter Russia without a visa for business trips, tourism, and participation in scientific, cultural or sports activities.

Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian described the announcement as “good news,” noting that mutual visa exemption between China and Russia is the latest example of closer government-to-government and people-to-people ties.

“The measure will give an all-round boost to the friendship, exchanges and cooperation between the two countries,” Lin said at a regular press briefing. “We sincerely hope to see more Chinese and Russians discovering each other’s beautiful countries through visa-free tours.”