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Huanggang Port to launch 'joint clearance' for travelers between Hong Kong and China

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The Huanggang Port crossing between Hong Kong and mainland China will implement a "joint clearance" system, allowing travelers to complete departure and entry procedures simultaneously. To use the automated channels, both Hong Kong and mainland Chinese residents must register with immigration authorities on both sides of the border. This revamped crossing is anticipated to handle approximately 100,000 travelers daily once operations commence. AI

RANK_REASON Policy change affecting cross-border travel and immigration procedures. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.0]

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Huanggang Port to launch 'joint clearance' for travelers between Hong Kong and China

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Jess Ma ·

    Registration on both sides of border needed for Huanggang ‘joint clearance’

    Hong Kong and mainland Chinese residents will have to register with immigration authorities on both sides of the border to use automated “joint clearance” channels at the revamped Huanggang Port crossing, with around 100,000 travellers a day expected to use the control point when…

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