China - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution

in mainland China due to the arbitrary enforcement of local laws, the use of exit bans without a fair and transparent process under the law, and the risk of unjust arrest or detention. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. Exercise increased caution in mainland China due to the arbitrary enforcement of local laws, the use of exit bans without a fair and transparent process under the law, and the risk of unjust arrest or detention. Expansive national security, counterespionage, and data security laws grant Chinese officials broad discretion to detain or interrogate foreign nationals. This places U.S. citizens at risk for conducting even routine business, research, or expression in the public domain.   The following may be targeted by Chinese authorities:  U.S. citizens of Chinese heritage or origin Anyone involved in business disputes or who has ties to U.S. corporate entities involved in business disputes in China Anyone with a current or prior affiliation with U.S. law enforcement, U.S. military, or U.S. intelligence agencies Anyone traveling on U.S. government-funded programs Individuals with current or former connections to the U.S. g...