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The Sun
5 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Malaysia-China visa exemption boosts tourism and business ties
KUALA LUMPUR: The mutual visa exemption between Malaysia and China marks a significant milestone in bilateral relations, fostering stronger economic and cultural exchanges. Datuk Keith Li, President of the China Entrepreneurs' Association in Malaysia, hailed the move as a positive step that will deepen ties between the two nations. 'It's really a positive step that fosters stronger ties between the two nations,' said Li, who operates a travel agency specialising in China-Malaysia trips. The agreement simplifies travel, encouraging more visitors and business collaborations. According to Malaysia China Insight, a bilingual online magazine, Chinese tourist arrivals in Malaysia have surged by more than a third this year, surpassing pre-pandemic levels. The visa waiver has particularly benefited individual travellers and families. Chinese tourist Hong Na shared her relief over the new policy. 'Before, getting a visa required planning months ahead. It was a hassle. Now, we can just pack our bags and go whenever we want,' she said. Echo Liu, another Chinese traveller, echoed the sentiment, saying the exemption eased her first overseas trip. 'We were nervous about visas and language barriers, but everything has been smooth,' she added. The Chinese Embassy in Malaysia announced on Wednesday (July 16) that Malaysian citizens can now enjoy visa-free entry to China for short-term visits of up to 90 days within 180 days. The policy took effect on Thursday (July 17). Under the agreement, Malaysian and Chinese passport holders can enter, exit, or transit through each other's countries without a visa for stays of up to 30 days per visit. The deal was finalised during Chinese President Xi Jinping's state visit to Kuala Lumpur in April. - Bernama
Barnama
5 days ago
- Business
- Barnama
China-Malaysia Mutual Visa Exemption A Positive Step Forward
KUALA LUMPUR, July 18 (Bernama) -- The implementation of a mutual visa exemption between Malaysia and China is a timely and positive step towards strengthening bilateral relations. President of the China Entrepreneurs' Association in Malaysia, Datuk Keith Li, welcomed the announcement and said the agreement is expected to further boost economic ties and cultural exchanges between the two nations. 'It's really a positive step that fosters stronger ties between the two nations,' said the Chinese national, who runs an agency specialising in travel between China and Malaysia. bootstrap slideshow According to Malaysia China Insight, a bilingual online magazine that promotes friendship between the two countries, visitor arrivals from China to Malaysia are up by more than a third so far this year, eclipsing pre-pandemic numbers. Individual travellers and families have particularly benefited from the visa waivers. A Chinese tourist, Hong Na, said that previously, obtaining a visa required months of planning and was a hassle. 'Before, getting a visa required planning months ahead. It was a hassle. Now, we can just pack our bags and go whenever we want,' she said. A similar view was expressed by another tourist from China, Echo Liu, who said the agreement had made it easier for her to travel to Malaysia. 'This is our first overseas trip. We were nervous about visas and language barriers, but everything has been smooth,' she said. On Wednesday (July 16), the Chinese Embassy in Malaysia announced that Malaysian citizens would enjoy visa-free entry to China for short-term visits totalling up to 90 days within 180 days, starting Thursday (July 17).
