In a recent interview, Ambassador of Latvia to China, H. E. Kārlis Eihenbaums, said China is a "very friendly country" and Beijing is a "very friendly city". He compared his first visit to Beijing back in 1997 to how it is now, speaking highly of the city's remarkable achievements seen by him in recent years. With China's visa-free policies now in place, international tourists can travel to China more conveniently than ever. Ambassador Eihenbaums suggests foreign tourists visiting Beijing should "be courageous enough", interact more with the locals, explore more scenic spots and delicious food, and discover more surprises in Beijing.