Chinese granted 45% fewer US visas under Trump

Increased scrutiny amid trade war hampers students and employees

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Chinese nationals must obtain a visa to enter the U.S., even for short trips. © Reuters

YUMIKO OSHIMA, Nikkei staff writer

NEW YORK -- The number of U.S. visas issued for Chinese citizens has plunged by 45% under President Donald Trump's administration, as Washington toughens screening procedures in a bid to protect American employment and technology.

The U.S. granted 1.24 million visas to Chinese individuals during the fiscal year ended in September. China was no longer the top recipient country for the first time in six years, slipping below Mexico.

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