1- Takes the lead in drafting and revising policies and systems related to foreign affairs;
2- Drafts medium and long-term development plans for foreign affairs in Xiamen;
3- Carries out research investigations to promote Xiamen's international construction, foreign affairs policies and works;
4- Takes the responsibility of foreign affairs publicity;
5- Examines important reports concerning foreign affairs;
6- Coordinates and assists municipal external publicity department;
7- Releases foreign affairs news;
8- Edits and publishes XMFAO's promotional literature and maintains its information distributing platforms, such as official website and new media;
9- Arranges XMFAO's foreign-related economic work and offers policy proposals;
10- Assumes routine work of the foreign affairs committee office of Xiamen Municipal Party Committee.
China announced and implemented on May 15 a policy allowing visa-free entry of foreign tourist groups aboard cruise ships via all cruise ship ports along the country's coastline.
China and Georgia are set to waive visa requirements for travelers starting May 28.