Putin Allows Visa-Free Entry for Chinese Citizens Into Russia

Russian President Vladimir Putin signed an order to allow visa-free entry into the country for Chinese citizens as ties between the two nations continue to deepen.

Chinese citizens will be able to enter the country for 30 days for business and tourism starting from Monday, according to the order, which was published on a government website. The measure runs until Sept. 14 next year. A few categories of travelers, including journalists and students, will still require visas under the order.