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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
World
Maroosha Muzaffar

US government tells staff in China not to have romantic ties with Chinese citizens

The US government has reportedly implemented a blanket ban on romantic and sexual relationships between its personnel in China and Chinese citizens.

The ban was reportedly enforced by Nicholas Burns just before he departed as US ambassador to Beijing in January. It applies to diplomats, their family members, and contractors with security clearances stationed at the US embassy and consulates in mainland China and Hong Kong.

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