US visas for Chinese students tumble 99% as tensions rise

Bilateral row and coronavirus blamed for dramatic decline

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Some Chinese students are changing their plans to study in the U.S. as Washington steps up screening of visa applicants.  © Reuters

SHIN WATANABE, Nikkei staff writer

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.

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