China Condemns U.S. Ban on Harvard's International Students, Warns of Damage to America's Global Image


China Condemns U.S. Ban on Harvard's International Students, Warns of Damage to America's Global Image
The Trump administration's decision to revoke Harvard University's certification to enroll international students has sparked significant backlash from China, which warns that the move could tarnish the United States' global reputation. Chinese students, who constitute a substantial portion of Harvard's international population, are particularly affected by this policy change. The Chinese government criticized the action as a politicization of educational exchange and pledged to protect the rights of its students abroad. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security announced the revocation on May 22, 2025, citing Harvard's alleged non-compliance with federal requests and purported ties to foreign entities. Harvard has condemned the decision as unlawful and is pursuing legal action to challenge the ban. The policy shift has left many international...