Bangladesh, Oct. 1 -- On September 29, the South Korean government began a trial visa-free entry policy for Chinese group tourists, coinciding with Chinas National Day and Mid-Autumn Festival holidays, known collectively as “Golden Week.” The timing was deliberate and symbolic, aiming to tap into one of the busiest travel periods for Chinese citizens while simultaneously signaling Seouls desire to strengthen ties with its largest source of inbound tourists. The move has sparked widespread debate in both countries, with many viewing it as an important step toward revitalizing South Koreas sluggish economy while also reinforcing fragile diplomatic progress between Seoul and Beijing.

South Koreas economy has faced increasing hea...