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U.S. Bans Diplomats from Romantic and Sex with Chinese Citizens


Photo by FMT
Photo by FMT

 Summary


  • The U.S. government has imposed a ban on its diplomats, their families, and contractors from engaging in romantic or sexual relationships with Chinese citizens.

  • The ban applies to U.S. staff in China, including those in Beijing, Guangzhou, Shanghai, Shenyang, Wuhan, and Hong Kong, but excludes those in pre-existing relationships or stationed outside China.

  • The policy, introduced amid rising political tensions, is part of U.S. efforts to reduce the risk of espionage and strengthen its decoupling from China.


 

In a significant shift in U.S.-China relations, the U.S. government has introduced a sweeping ban prohibiting its diplomats, families, and security-cleared contractors from engaging in romantic or sexual relationships with Chinese citizens. This move comes amidst increasing concerns over the risk of espionage and growing political tensions between the two nations.

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