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Beijing gears up for tourism expo

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THE Beijing International Tourism Expo returns to the global stage for its eighth edition from June 17 to 19.

Billed as Asia’s leading annual travel and tourism event, it is being staged at a new venue – the China National Convention Centre (CNCC) – which was used as a communications centre during the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games.

The last edition boasted 82 countries and 25 provinces (with Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan) in participation, 796 exhibitors and 214 hosted buyers.

And this year’s event is expected to be even better with industrial players and trade consumers both in attendance.

With the Beijing Tourism Administration (BTA) as a partner and co-organiser, there will be considerable state assistance to the industry making business dealings and networking hassle free.

Processing of travel documents for tourists and travel agencies will be streamlined, and other incentives are in the pipeline.

In addition, infrastructural improvements following the 2008 Beijing Olympics, has enhanced the country’s transportation network.

And China’s strong economic growth in recent years has also added support to the industry, underpinning domestic tourism, and creating an exciting environment for foreign visitors.

Travel industry leaders and professionals from as far afield as South Africa, Kenya, Switzerland, Spain, India, South Korea and more will be participating with the aim of interacting and networking with their Chinese counterparts at the highest levels.

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