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Niger's junta instructs police to expel French ambassador

Niger's police has been instructed to proceed with the expulsion of French Ambassador to Niger Sylvain Itte, after the expiration of the 48-hour ultimatum granted to hi

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China suspends short-term visa issuances to South Koreans

The Chinese Embassy in South Korea issued a notice on Tuesday suspending the issuance of short-term visas to South Korean citizens visiting China for business, tourism,

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Visas for Chinese mainland residents to Hong Kong will resume on January 8

On January 5, China's Joint Prevention and Control Mechanism of the State Council issued a notice to resume transfer/transit services at Hong Kong and Macao Internation

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Russian oligarchs among wealthy who bought EU passports via Cyprus, says audit

Russian oligarchs and other very wealthy people were able to gain a Cyprus passport and have access to the EU in return for $500,000, according to a national audit. Sig

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BizBeat: Boycott? U.S. officials are seeking visas for Winter Olympics

03:39 American officials are applying for visas while voicing for a "diplomatic boycotting" of Beijing Winter Olympic Games, a sports event that represents peace and unity. And that mea

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China's strong study-abroad market contributes to U.S. economy

03:23 The U.S. has eased restrictions on foreign students since August 1, saying those holding F or M visas will no longer be affected by bans. Recently, images of Chin

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Russia says U.S. asked 24 of its diplomats to leave by Sept. 3

Russia's ambassador to the United States said Washington had asked 24 Russian diplomats to leave the country by Sept. 3 after their visas expired. /Xinhua Russia's ambassador to the United Sta

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Rio de Janeiro hopes to become South America's digital nomads paradise

02:45 Relying on its reputation as the “Marvelous City,” Rio de Janeiro is joining the global race to attract long-term working tourists known as “digital nomads,” despite the ongoing C

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Afghans rush to get passports as situation continues to deteriorate

01:24 As the situation in Afghanistan continues to deteriorate, the people are rushing to get their passports. But even with these documents, it's difficult for many to get entry visas.

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Migrants at southwest U.S. border grow to pre-pandemic numbers

The number of children and adults crossing the southern U.S. border has grown to number not seen since before the COVID-19 pandemic.Numbers grew more than 100 percent in the first two months of 20

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UAE adopts amendments to grant citizenship to investors and other professionals

The United Arab Emirates has adopted amendments that would allow the Gulf state to grant citizenship to investors and other professionals including scientists, doctors

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How Trump's H1-B visa ban has impacted businesses in the U.S.

02:59 Back in June, the Trump administration put a temporary ban on H-1B visas that allow employers to hire foreign workers with highly-specialized skills that are hard to get in the U

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Chinese officials targeted by additional U.S. visa restrictions

Chinese officials were targeted by additional visa restrictions imposed by the United States on Monday over alleged "human rights" issues.The move came less than one mo

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U.S. plans to close the last two consulates in Russia

The Trump administration has informed Congress of its plan to shut its two remaining consulates in Russia, reported AP on Saturday.Citing a notification that was sent to Congress on December 10, AP r

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Somalia suspends visa-on-arrival for Kenyan citizens

VCG Image Somalia on Monday suspended visa-on-arrival for Kenya nationals, citing the COVID-19 pandemic as one of the reasons for the directive.The new directive will take effect effective on

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UAE imposes visa ban on 13 countries, including five from Africa

VCG Image The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has suspended the issuance of visas to citizens from 13 mostly Muslim countries, including five from Africa.The document was sent to companies operatin

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Japan PM Suga's rating falls to 55% in second poll since took office: NHK

Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga’s approval rating fell seven points to 55% in a poll by public broadcaster NHK released on Monday, the second survey since he too