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A Chinese citizen can also come to the US on a B-1 business visa. This is from the Shenyang Consolate website: You should apply for this visa if your purpose is to travel to the U.S. for short-term, temporary business. Lawful B1 business-related activities include but are not limited to: * Attending a scientific, educational, professional or business convention, conference or seminar; * Giving a lecture; * Doing independent research at a scientific or educational institution; * Participating in a voluntary service program; * Participating in a sporting event; * Negotiating contracts; * Attending short-term training; * Consultations with suppliers and customers. So if your lady is in business, and can come to the US for some business related activity, she can get a B-1 visa. She still has to have significant ties to China, like real estate, car, bank account, etc.

My opinion is that you should do some research on trends for job growth. Then select some from that group, and do some more research on what they entail. Narrow you group, and then make a decision.

Congratulations Robert. I know it has been a long and stressful road, but you have finally made it. Fantastic!

More than a dozen newspapers in chinese cities have called for the end to the hokou system. Many reasons have been cited for the elimination of the hokou system including the fact that it has contributed to social inequality. http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/china/2010-03...ent_9522102.htm http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/asia-pacific/8544650.stm

Yes, you dare. Each culture defines how democracy works for them. Ancient Greece and Rome defined how it worked for them. England has its system, and so do the Swiss, etc, etc, etc.

Yes, this is great for unexpected guests. Your Chinese guests will love you, and your American guests will make a quick exit. http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/life/2010-02/...ent_9513285.htm

China is talking more and more about democracy. Yesterday I read the article about Wen Jiabao speaking positively about democracy, and now an article in China Daily about Democracy in China's rural areas. Well, if I can paraphrase the old Chinese saying "Talk is cheap, actions are what matter." What strange times we live in. http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/china/2010-03...ent_9521575.htm

China is a fascinating place. Things there can change so quickly. I was very surprised just to hear Wen make this statement. It is interesting to observe their government and see how they guide their country through these times.

Premier Wen Jiabao made this statement in a web-chat with Chinese netizens. He discussed Employment, Medicare, Housing, Distribution of Wealth, Household Registration reform, Democracy and transparency in government expenditures, and Taiwan and cross straights efforts. Overall it was a very positive article. http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/china/2010-02...ent_9514445.htm

Belated Congratulations! Yes, I know you were just too wrapped up in enjoying your new life to tell us. Yes, that is a good thing.

from http://photos.state.gov/libraries/guangzho...ant%20Visas.pdf Yes, Randy that is correct. Thanks for the clarification.

I caught this on the GZ website. The US is implementing a new online totally electronic visa applicant process. It begins March 1,2010. The new DS-160 takes the place of the DS-156, DS-157, and DS-158. http://v.youku.com/v_show/id_XMTUwMTk2ODg0.html

My original post for Family Visa Denials is up to 17 votes. Ashe's post on Uniform Policies for Visa Denials is up to 14 votes. Thanks and keep the votes coming. Did you know that Clear Bench Marks for Sudan got 78 votes, and request for web cast meetings got 22?

Here is an article that I read that makes sense, and looks at the larger issue regarding the hacking of Google. Companies in their rush to push new ideas to market often overlook security. In the future companies need to slow down innovation a bit, and look at the security implications as part of an overall strategy. http://yaleglobal.yale.edu/content/googles...ied-reliability

I want to thank all who have voted. The count continues to increase so that means that more of you are getting over there to vote on these crucial issues. http://openstate.ideascale.com/a/ideafacto...cussionID=11903

Thanks for the update. Glad things are going well.

Ouch! OK you guys, I was just trying to put in a little positive news about China, since a lot of negative press has been published. But, I do agree with you. I think that what the party bosses want is for the underlings to just not flaunt their corrupt gains so publicly. Business can continue as usual, but they should keep their heads down, and proceed in a low key manner.

In my opinion. I would just bring here here since she has the K-3. It is always a crapshoot when a Chinese woman goes for the visa interview. The Con Off may deny her IR-1, and then where would you be?

He needs to get a visa from the Chinese Consulate or Embassy. He has a passport already, right? He needs to book his flight. Here is a good source for a low cost ticket. http://www.chinahighlights.com/china-flights/ Hope you have a wonderful visit!

Yesterday the CCP issued a new code of ethics for party officials. This is a good move, and I hope that the CCP continues with these types of reforms. http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20100223/ap_on_...as_china_ethics

Instead of going to ACH, you could go to ACS, and have your Evolution of Relationship letter notarized.

Chinese authorities have taken action to fight corruption in their football league. http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/asia-pacific/8527889.stm

My latest recommendation to the DOS "Open State" is to have the DOS create an Office of Ombudsman for the Consular Affairs section. As you know it is Consular Affairs that issues or refuses all visas. I made this recommendation because of the effectiveness of the USCIS Ombudsman in getting changes made regarding processing times of visa petitions, and other improvements that they recommended. Kyle had asked if their was some way to get feedback about the recommendations being made. I didn't see one on the Open State website so I thought that if there was an office of Ombudsman, there would be a permanent way to give input, and get feedback. Here is the post: The State Department needs an Office of Ombudsman for Consular Affairs. An Office of Ombudsman will provide a venue for citizens to express ideas for improvement, and to complain when the Office of Consular Affairs is failing in its mission. Changes, recommendations, and complaints could be made about the many areas of responsibility for Consular Affairs such as visa issuance, passports, U. S. Citizens services, etc. Based upon its analysis of the citizens input the Ombudsman will make recommendations for changes, and follow up on those recommendations. The Citizenship and Immigration Services Ombudsman has helped to improve many aspects of the USCIS. The State Department Ombudsman can do the same at the Department Of State. http://www.dhs.gov/xabout/structure/editorial_0482.shtm Please vote on this and other recommendations even if your gal is already here. You will be helping all of those who are following in your footsteps.

Kyle, I think you will have to go to the website and see the number of pro or con responses. Here is the link again: http://openstate.ideascale.com/a/panelLogout.do I signed up for updates when someone posts a new suggestion, and I have been receiving emails on those. I will try to email the site and ask them your question.

Since last August a horrible drought has gripped southwest China's Yunnan and Guizhou provinces. Over 3.56 million hectares of land are effected. That is about 1,440,683 acres of land. This appears to be a major disaster in the making. Are any CFL families effected by this drought? http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/china/2010-02...ent_9478809.htm