Originally Posted by
plunet
On the issue of reciprocity as France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain are in Schengen they would be unable to unilaterally grant reciprocity without the rest of Schengen agreeing?
Hmmm. Interesting point. If those countries aren't able to grant reciprocity, then China isn't really putting itself in a position to lose face by offering them unrequited visa free entry.