DALIAN, China -- U.S. visas issued to Chinese students have fallen dramatically as tougher screening by Washington and the pandemic discourage applicants amid rising tensions between the two countries.
Bilateral row and coronavirus blamed for dramatic decline
Some Chinese students are changing their plans to study in the U.S. as Washington steps up screening of visa applicants. © Reuters
DALIAN, China -- U.S. visas issued to Chinese students have fallen dramatically as tougher screening by Washington and the pandemic discourage applicants amid rising tensions between the two countries.