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"US Urges Caution: Reconsider Travel to China Amidst Arbitrary Law Enforcement and Exit Bans"

The United States has recommended that Americans reconsider traveling to China due to concerns over arbitrary law enforcement, exit bans, and the risk of wrongful detentions. The advisory comes after the recent passage of a Foreign Relations Law in China that threatens countermeasures against those seen as harming China's interests. China has also passed counterespionage and sanction laws, causing unease in the foreign business community. The advisory warns that Chinese authorities have broad discretion to detain and prosecute foreign nationals for alleged espionage, and exit bans could be used as leverage. Similar advisories were issued for Hong Kong and Macao. The travel advisory reflects the strained U.S.-China relations over trade, technology, Taiwan, and human rights.

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international-relations3 years ago•3 min saved

"US Urges Caution: Reconsider Travel to China Amidst Arbitrary Law Enforcement and Exit Bans"

The United States has recommended that Americans reconsider traveling to China due to concerns over arbitrary law enforcement, exit bans, and the risk of wrongful detentions. The advisory comes after the sentencing of a 78-year-old U.S. citizen on spying charges and the passage of a new Foreign Relations Law in China. The advisory warns that U.S. citizens in China may be detained without access to consular services and highlights the broad discretion of Chinese authorities to deem various actions as state secrets or espionage. Similar advisories were issued for Hong Kong and Macao. The travel advisory reflects the strained relations between the U.S. and China, which have been exacerbated by trade disputes, technology issues, Taiwan, and human rights concerns.

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international-relations3 years ago•3 min saved

"US Urges Caution: Reconsider Travel to China Amidst Arbitrary Law Enforcement and Exit Bans"

The United States has recommended that Americans reconsider traveling to China due to concerns over arbitrary law enforcement, exit bans, and the risk of wrongful detentions. The advisory comes after the sentencing of a 78-year-old U.S. citizen on spying charges and the passage of a new Foreign Relations Law in China. The advisory warns that U.S. citizens in China may be detained without access to consular services and highlights the broad discretion of Chinese authorities to deem various actions as state secrets or espionage. Similar advisories were issued for Hong Kong and Macao. The travel advisory reflects the strained relations between the U.S. and China, which have been exacerbated by issues such as trade, technology, Taiwan, and human rights.

via ABC News|

#arbitrary-detentions #china #human-rights

international-relations3 years ago•3 min saved

"US Urges Caution: Reconsider Travel to China Amidst Arbitrary Law Enforcement and Exit Bans"

The United States has recommended that Americans reconsider traveling to China due to concerns over arbitrary law enforcement, exit bans, and the risk of wrongful detentions. The advisory comes after the recent sentencing of a 78-year-old U.S. citizen on spying charges and the passage of a new Foreign Relations Law in China. The advisory warns that U.S. citizens in China may be detained without access to consular services and highlights the broad discretion of Chinese authorities to deem various activities as state secrets. Similar advisories were issued for Hong Kong and Macao. U.S.-China relations have been strained over trade, technology, Taiwan, and human rights, but efforts are being made to improve the situation.

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