Taking shape

"Even though the world's economic situation is unstable, the turbulent situation in some areas is aggravating and uncertain factors of global tourism industry are increasing, China's outbound tourism still maintains a good momentum. Both the number of Chinese people traveling abroad and consumption hit a record high. China's tourism industry is increasingly promoting the development of the world tourism industry," said Zhang Xinhong, deputy director of the Tourism Promotion and International Contact Department of the National Tourism Administration.

Last year, the number of China's outbound visitors grew by 22 percent year-on-year. Among them, the number of non-official tours abroad accounts for 91 percent. At present, China has established organized tour business with 113 countries and regions.

In the first quarter this year, China's outbound tourism continues to maintain a momentum of vigorous development. The statistics show that the total number of Chinese citizens traveling abroad between January and February reached nearly 13 million, a growth of 20 percent year-on-year. The number of non-official outbound visitors is over 12 million, a growth of 21 percent year-on-year, accounting for 93 percent of total outbound visitors.

Zhang said that the rapid growth of Chinese outbound tourism not only provides a powerful driving force but also contributes to the recovery of world tourism industry. It has played an active role on promoting the international status of Chinese tourism industry, strengthening its influence in the international tourism organization, carrying Chinese culture forward and boosting economic and trade exchanges.

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