CHINA
Chinese visa categories, work permit regulations, residence permit procedures, and entry requirements for foreign nationals. Covers student visas, business visas, and the latest policy changes from the MPS.
Agreement on Reciprocal Trade to Cut Tariffs on US Goods
A landmark 2026 trade agreement between the U.S. and Taiwan adjusts tariffs and market access. Key impacts include Taiwan's elimination of 99% of U.S. export barriers and a U.S. reciprocal…
Japan to Use Subsidies to Tackle Airport Congestion
Japan is proposing significant subsidies for 2026 to fix airport congestion caused by record tourism. Travelers should choose…
Universities Face Visa Curbs After Oversight of International Students
South Korea and the U.S. are implementing stricter student visa controls. Korea barred 20 institutions from recruiting for…
Florida Marriage Fraud Scheme Targeted U.S. Service Members
Federal authorities have dismantled a Chinese marriage fraud ring in Florida that targeted U.S. service members. The group…
Ghana and Zambia Agree Mutual Visa Waiver to Boost Regional Travel and Trade
Ghana and Zambia have eliminated entry visa requirements for each other's citizens to promote regional trade and integration.…
Nicaragua Ends Visa-Free Entry for Cuban Citizens Under US Pressure
Nicaragua has ended visa-free access for Cubans with ordinary passports, effective February 8, 2026. Travelers must now secure…
Fire Erupts at Hong Kong International Airport, Boarding Bridges Shut Down
Emergency crews extinguished a fire in an electrical room at Hong Kong International Airport's Midfield Concourse. The incident…
UK Expands Visa Route for Hong Kongers Following Jimmy Lai Sentencing
The UK government expanded BN(O) visa eligibility on February 9, 2026, allowing more Hong Kong residents to resettle…
National Assembly Proposes Lower Tuition Hike Cap, but International Students Remain Sidelined
A new South Korean bill seeks to lower the tuition cap for domestic students, leaving international students vulnerable…
Guan Heng Granted Asylum, Released from U.S. Detention After Exposing Rights Abuses
The Guan Heng case underscores the vital role of asylum law in protecting individuals from state repression. It…