Cambodia is working on a visa-free travel scheme for Chinese and Hong Kong visitors, with an announcement expected in early 2025, aiming to boost tourism similar to arrangements made by its neighbors like Singapore and Thailand. At the Hong Kong-Asean Summit 2024, Cambodian officials expressed optimism about strengthening tourism ties. Concurrently, China has granted visa-free access to Norway, allowing Norwegians to visit for up to 15 days without a visa, which is part of a broader effort to enhance tourism and international relations. This new scheme positions Norway alongside other European countries such as France, Germany, and Italy, which have also received similar visa exemptions. The initiative is seen as a significant step in China's aim to recover from the impacts of the pandemic on international travel, though the exact start date for Norway's participation remains unclear. Overall, these developments reflect a growing trend in easing travel restrictions to promote tourism and economic cooperation in the region.