Saudi Arabia and the wider GCC could use stronger China tourism ties to protect flights, cruise routes and tourism investment as the Iran conflict disrupts regional mobility. Official strategies already include tourism cooperation, but measurable progress will depend on safer transport, stronger connectivity and sustained traveller confidence.

Discover how Afghanistan is partnering with Iran to rebuild its tourism sector through hospitality training, despite intense regional conflict.

China–New Zealand Year of Tourism resumes after postponement, strengthening tourism cooperation, diplomacy, and travel ties between both nations.