On September 8, 2024, Ambassador of China to Saudi Arabia Chang Hua met with Saudi Arabia's Deputy Minister of Tourism Sultan Al Musallam.

Ambassador Chang Hua said that with the joint efforts of both sides, China and Saudi Arabia have started a new chapter in tourism exchanges and cooperation. China has agreed to list Saudi Arabia as a destination country for outbound group tourism. The number of direct flights between the two countries has increased significantly, providing more convenience for personnel exchanges and exchanges and cooperation in various fields between the two countries. Recently, the Chinese government has introduced a series of policies to facilitate foreign people to come to China, and welcomes more Saudi people to visit China.

Sultan said that tourism and cultural exchanges and cooperation are important parts of the comprehensive strategic partnership between China and Saudi Arabia, and the development of tourism is also one of the goals of Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030. Saudi Arabia attaches great importance to the Chinese tourism market and welcomes more Chinese friends to visit Saudi Arabia. Saudi Arabia will continuously making efforts to provide high-quality products and services for Chinese tourists.