Hainan Establishes Tourism Promotion Office in LA

“Here’s a big move: On May 11th, Los Angeles time, Hainan’s tourism department teamed up with the China National Tourism Office in LA and launched a major promo event. But the real headline? They officially cut the ribbon for a brand-new Hainan tourism office in LA. This basically means Hainan now has a permanent foothold […]

Bringing Hainan’s Intangible Cultural Heritage Out of the Mountains and Onto the Global Stage I

“A group of amazing guides has stepped up to show the world what Hainan’s culture is all about. Thanks to their hard work, these ancient art forms—once tucked away in remote mountain villages—are finally getting the spotlight on the global stage. They’re letting Hainan’s unique heritage shine through international exchanges.” Title:​ Hainan’s Bamboo Beats Go […]

1st FTP Promo Event Outside Hainan Since IWSCO Held in Chongqing

“So, Hainan did something interesting today. Even though it’s South China, they actually flew over to Chongqing​ to hold a press conference. Why? They’re hyping up the new Hainan Free Trade Port. It’s basically their first big sales pitch since launching those special customs rules back in December.” “At the event, officials basically gave everyone […]

Smooth Travels and Duty-Free Shopping: A Guide to Hainan’s Island Departure Shopping Pick-up Policies

“Let’s be real—when you visit Hainan, you can’t skip the duty-free shopping. The good news is, customs and retailers have made it really easy. They offer five different delivery options to choose from. And if your travel schedule gets messed up last minute? Don’t worry, they’ve got you covered with some key tips.” “Good news: […]

Hainan Issues Action Plan to Bolster International Services

                                                                                              Foreign nationals exchange ideas and share entrepreneurial experiences. […]

Hainan Launched 92 International and Regional Passenger Routes in 2025

On April 23, Hainan Airport Group (HNA) shared that the province has kicked off a bunch of new flights in 2025—92 international and regional passenger routes in total. Passenger numbers have also jumped, topping 2.4 million, which is a 33.64% increase compared to last year. These new routes now connect Hainan to 43 cities across […]

AI-Driven Digital Trends Transform Consumption at CICPE

Robotics Exhibition. (Source: hinews.cn) Artificial intelligence was definitely the star at this year’s 6th China International Consumer Products Expo (CICPE). From AI-powered glasses and smart wellness chairs to self-driving logistics vehicles, AI is working its way into all kinds of consumer areas. It’s completely transforming the way we shop and experience products. One big leap forward […]

4th IWUF Taolu World Cup to Debut in Haikou this July

At the press conference for the 4th IWUF Taolu World Cup 2026, organizers announced that this year’s tournament will be held in Haikou from July 4 to 9. This marks the first time one of the IWUF’s six premier events will take place in Hainan, which is a key move in connecting wushu’s global growth […]

Multiple Records Broken at the 6th Hainan Expo

The sixth China International Consumer Products Expo wrapped up in Haikou on April 18. It’s also known as the Hainan Expo, and it’s held in the capital of Hainan, China’s southernmost province. This year’s expo was not only bigger and had more going on, it also broke a bunch of new records. Its international profile […]

Italian Diplomacy Meets Hainan: Ambassador Ambrosetti Explores the FTP

The recent trip to Hainan by Massimo Ambrosetti and Valerio De Parolis shows that Italy is increasingly interested in the island’s development as a Free Trade Port and sees potential for closer cooperation between the two sides. Ambassador Ambrosetti meets with Feng Fei, Party Secretary of Hainan on March 29, in Haikou. Photo: courtesy of […]