China has simplified customs procedures and waived guarantees for Hong Kong and Macau registered yachts entering designated ports in the Greater Bay Area. This initiative aims to facilitate easier access for leisure vessels in the region.

Hong Kong-registered yachts can berth more easily in designated mainland Chinese ports in the Greater Bay Area, as Beijing has waived customs guarantees and simplified administrative procedures. In a directive published on Saturday night, the State Council revamped its maritime policies, allowing Hong Kong and Macau leisure yachts to enter designated mainland ports “exempt from customs guarantees” and benefiting from “a temporary vessel nationality registration policy” with immediate...