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flag Beijing airport tax refunds surged 350% in Jan 2026, driven by tourism initiatives and improved services.

flag In January 2026, tax refund transactions at Beijing Capital International Airport rose 350% year-on-year to 7,966 cases, with refunds totaling 15 million yuan ($2.17 million), up 43% from 2025, driven by China’s “Shopping in China” initiative and improved airport services. flag Enhanced signage, multilingual support, and multiple refund points at major airports like Fuzhou and Ningbo contributed to faster processing. flag Fuzhou saw a 320% increase in applications and a 160% rise in value, while Ningbo reported a 133% jump in applications and a 196% increase in refunded amounts. flag Travelers from Europe and the U.S. favored electronics and cultural products, while those from Southeast Asia, Japan, and South Korea preferred cosmetics and fashion. flag The 240-hour visa-free transit policy for over 50 countries and recovering international flights are expected to sustain growth in inbound tourism and spending.

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