"Sino-European cooperation can truly take on a new dimension if we succeed in harmonising Eastern and Western payment systems," he wrote. "It is particularly significant that this milestone can be achieved with Hungarian involvement and Hungarian technology," he added.
Szijjártó also highlighted the growing number of Chinese tourists visiting Hungary, facilitated by 21 weekly flights connecting major Chinese cities to Budapest. At the same time, many Hungarians are taking advantage of the visa-free travel to China. "Tourism has increased in both directions, and I believe that establishing a common payment platform will further enhance the appeal of visiting each other's countries," he said.
Szijjártó described the agreement between Cardnet and Macau Pass as a crucial milestone, emphasising that it would significantly simplify payment processes for both Hungarian and Chinese citizens traveling between the two countries. "As a result, I anticipate further growth in tourism between China and Hungary," he concluded.
