China announced visa restrictions on US officials in response to Washington’s threats to sanction individuals involved in implementing Hong Kong’s national security law. This escalation marks a significant deterioration in US-China relations, fueled by disagreements over Hong Kong’s autonomy.
Buses from Kolkata to Dhaka are operating at full capacity, while inbound services see significantly lower occupancy. This disparity is highlighted against the backdrop of new, stricter visa regulations for Bangladeshi tourists entering India, effective December 12th.
As the Conservative Party conference begins, contenders for the leadership position are focusing on immigration policies, particularly targeting India. Former immigration minister Robert Jenrick and shadow housing secretary Kemi Badenoch have both expressed strong opinions on tightening visa restrictions for Indian nationals, highlighting concerns about illegal immigration and cultural conflicts.
Over 600 Asian migrants, including individuals from India, Nepal, and Vietnam, are trapped in dire conditions at São Paulo International Airport in Brazil. These migrants, who arrived without visas, are facing harsh living conditions while awaiting entry into the country. The Brazilian government plans to impose new restrictions on the entry of certain Asian migrants starting Monday, requiring visas for those seeking refuge. The new policy impacts migrants using São Paulo as a layover to North America, prompting many to remain in Brazil seeking asylum.
The recent UK general election saw the Conservative Party suffer a significant defeat, raising concerns for Indian students and immigrants regarding future immigration policies. The Conservative government under Rishi Sunak had implemented stricter immigration measures, including visa restrictions for dependents, plans to deport illegal immigrants, and limitations on student visas. This article provides a detailed breakdown of different visa options for Indian students seeking to study or work in the UK, including student, skilled worker, dependent, and graduate route visas.
Following the US’s restrictions on Hong Kong and Chinese officials, China has announced plans to take countermeasures. This decision comes after the verdicts in the National Security Law trial involving pro-democracy activists in Hong Kong, which critics have condemned as harming Hong Kong’s legal system. The move underscores the ongoing tensions between the US and China over Hong Kong and other issues.
Chinese President Xi Jinping extends a warm welcome to American tourists, encouraging them to immerse themselves in Chinese culture and foster mutual understanding. The 14th China-US Tourism Leadership Summit in Xi’an marks a significant step in strengthening bilateral tourism cooperation and people-to-people exchanges. The summit, themed “Expanding China-US Travel and Tourism and People-to-People Exchanges,” highlights the shared enthusiasm for collaboration, evident in the enthusiastic participation of 400 representatives from both countries. US President Joe Biden emphasizes the vital role of travel and tourism in building stronger ties between the two nations. In a speech, Todd Davidson, board chair of Brand USA, expresses hope and optimism for the future of China-US tourism cooperation, anticipating a significant increase in Chinese visitor numbers to the US.
The United States has imposed new visa restrictions and is reviewing its relationship with Georgia due to the country’s Russian-style ‘foreign influence’ law. The new visa policy will target those responsible for undermining Georgia’s democracy, along with their family members. The US is also considering a comprehensive review of bilateral cooperation with Georgia. The law requires NGOs and media outlets receiving more than 20% of their funding from abroad to register as bodies ‘pursuing the interests of a foreign power.’ Critics argue that the move resembles Russian legislation used to silence dissent and may hinder Georgia’s aspirations for EU membership. The Georgian government maintains that the law aims to increase transparency but faces accusations of steering the country away from Western influence and back towards Russia.
