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flag In October 2025, China’s tourism boom, driven by visa-free access and digital payments, saw foreign spending surge, especially on Alipay and WeChat Pay.

flag In October 2025, China saw a surge in inbound tourism during the National Day and Mid-Autumn Festival holiday, fueled by expanded visa-free access, instant tax refunds, and widespread use of digital payments. flag Foreign visitors spent nearly 40% more on Alipay in the first five days compared to 2024, with retail spending up over 200% and "Tap to Pay" transactions rising 500%. flag Major cities like Guangzhou, Shanghai, and Beijing reported strong growth in mobile payments, while WeChat Pay saw a 60% increase in overseas user activity and 21% higher cross-border transactions. flag Travelers increasingly used international cards linked to Chinese e-wallets, enabling seamless QR code payments. flag Experts credit the digital payment infrastructure for boosting tourism and domestic consumption, with calls to expand its use in healthcare, transportation, and entertainment to further support economic recovery.

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