US government bans employees from having sex with Chinese citizens?

(CLO) The US government has just issued a striking ban: prohibiting all government employees working in China from having romantic or sexual relationships with citizens of the host country.

The above information was announced by the US media on April 2, citing four officials familiar with the matter.

The ban not only applies to state employees but also extends to contractors and their family members if they possess security clearances.

The policy, introduced in January, is known internally as the “no fraternization” policy, aimed at reducing the risk of leaks of sensitive information related to national security.

A similar version was introduced last year, barring US employees from forming romantic relationships with Chinese employees at US embassies and consulates. Those who had relationships before the ban could be exempted.

US Embassy in Beijing. Photo: GovUS

The ban comes as US-China relations continue to face challenges. US officials have long expressed concerns about espionage, particularly after a Chinese spy balloon allegedly flew into US airspace last year.

The US Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) believes that China is conducting espionage and influence operations abroad to serve Beijing’s strategic interests. According to the agency, these activities target American businesses, academia, researchers and even politicians .

China has repeatedly denied the allegations, saying it does not interfere in the internal affairs of other countries and adheres to international norms. China also said the US accusations are baseless and politically motivated.

Ngoc Anh (according to JP, Newsweek)

Source: https://www.congluan.vn/chinh-phu-my-cam-nhan-vien-quan-he-tinh-duc-voi-cong-dan-trung-quoc-post341394.html