Chinese authorities are requiring teachers, students, and bank employees to hand over their passports or get permission before leaving the country. This is part of ongoing travel restrictions that began under President Xi Jinping and intensified during the COVID-19 pandemic.
For instance, high school students in Lanzhou must submit passport lists to schools, and Wuhan University staff must surrender their passports within seven days. These measures, now affecting more sectors, aim to control emigration, especially among those looking to study abroad.
Key Points:
- Travel restrictions now include teachers, students, and bank staff.
- Passports must be surrendered or permissions obtained before travel.
- Restrictions stem from measures under Xi Jinping and were heightened during COVID-19.
- New rules are enforced across various educational institutions and regions.
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