China's Ministry of Transport has greenlit the resumption of
international cruise services at domestic ports, marking a significant
step in the recovery of the cruise industry in China.
After a successful pilot programme that began in March and resumed
traffic from Shanghai and Shenzhen, the decision paves the way for
international cruise lines to plan itineraries in Northeast Asia.
Weihang Zheng, executive vice president and secretary-general of the
China Cruise and Yacht Industry Association (CCYIA), noted that
approximately 16 Chinese cities could soon welcome cruise traffic.
Several international cruise companies, like MSC Cruises, have
already announced plans to enter the China market next year, and with
this policy change, more are expected to follow suit.