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Global US immigrant visa pause: fallout across China, Asia and Hong Kong
On August 26, the US State Department announced a temporary pause on immigrant visa interview appointments at all embassies and consulates globally. Explore our complete coverage of its ripple effects across mainland China, Hong Kong, and the rest of Asia.
Updated: 2:00pm, 04 Sep 2026
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Hong Kong lawmaker urges firms to expand into emerging markets amid US visa pause
Jonathan Lamport tells SCMP the local business community is closely monitoring whether business visa processing, approvals will be affected.
26 Aug, 2026
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Why US visa pause could have ‘real consequences’ for Asian applicants
Observers warn the pause ‘risks months of cascading delays’ for Asian countries with large numbers of pending applications.
26 Aug, 2026
[3]
Frustration in China as US freezes green card interviews worldwide
The cancelled appointments mark the latest squeeze in a tightening vice on legal immigration during Donald Trump’s second term.
26 Aug, 2026
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‘Panicked’: pause to US visa interviews affects more than 100 Hong Kong applicants
Sudden global restrictions by Trump have some applicants in city fearing US may scrap immigration pathway.
27 Aug, 2026
[5]
The path to America is narrowing. Here’s what that means for legal immigrants
Experts advise green card and other visa applicants to stop assuming that following the rules guarantees a smooth way to stay in the US.
28 Aug, 2026
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China stands to gain from US visa restrictions targeting African countries
The White House has slashed the number of places issuing visas on the continent at a time when Beijing is looking to open its doors.
04 Sep, 2026
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