China imposes visa restrictions on US personnel over Tibet


Foreign tourists are allowed to visit the far western region of Tibet, providing they travel in groups and obtain a permit in advance. -- PHOTO: REUTERS

BEIJING (Reuters): China has announced visa restrictions on some US personnel who have "behaved badly" on Tibet-related issues, its foreign ministry said on Monday.

The announcement at a regular press conference came after Washington imposed additional visa restrictions two weeks ago on Chinese officials involved in policies governing foreigners' access to Tibetan areas.

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