China is losing its appeal for foreigners, a trend that could have long-term implications for its international standing.
Departure signs in Beijing Daxing International Airport, China, November 8, 2023. Credit: iStock.com/Istockexstock
Not so long ago, China was a thriving hub for expatriates, from students looking to learn Mandarin — and for a bit of adventure — to business executives keen to explore a vast market undergoing seemingly endless high growth.
Those days seem to be over. China has undergone a significant decline in its foreign population. And while the country’s top leadership has sought to reaffirm its continued openness to foreigners in recent interactions with corporate leaders, similar efforts in
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