In a significant diplomatic move, China has announced the removal of visa requirements for nationals of Denmark and Cyprus. This decision follows separate high-level meetings between Chinese officials and their counterparts from both countries, aimed at strengthening bilateral relations.
During a meeting between Denmark’s Foreign Minister and his Chinese counterpart, Wang Yi, China officially revealed its decision to implement a visa-free policy for Danish nationals. Wang Yi emphasized that Denmark is China's only comprehensive strategic partner in Northern Europe, and the relationship between the two nations has been a key pillar in China's broader ties with Nordic countries.
"We welcome more Danish friends to visit China and hope that Denmark will also introduce more convenient measures for Chinese personnel to visit Denmark," said a press release from China's Foreign Ministry, underlining the mutual benefits expected from this new policy.
In a similar move, China has extended visa-free entry to Cypriot nationals. Cyprus government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis hailed the decision as a reflection of the deepening ties between Cyprus and China. He expressed confidence that the visa waiver would further enhance the bilateral relationship between the two countries.
Additionally, earlier this month, Chinese President Xi Jinping confirmed that Norwegian citizens are now eligible to enter China for up to 15 days without a visa, for purposes such as tourism, transit, and business. Several other European Union member countries also enjoy similar visa-free entry to China, marking a broader trend in China's approach to easing travel restrictions for European nations.
These visa waivers signal China’s commitment to fostering stronger diplomatic and economic ties with European partners, facilitating easier travel, and boosting cultural and business exchanges.