A US Patent and Trademark Office employee faced an exit ban while in China for personal reasons. The US Department of State has confirmed its ongoing engagement with Chinese officials to address the situation. Reports indicate that the employee was detained in Chengdu over concerns related to national security and improper visa disclosure. The Chinese government maintains that it upholds the rule of law in handling such cases. The situation follows another incident involving a Wells Fargo employee prohibited from leaving China.
A United States government employee has been prevented from leaving China after visiting the country for personal reasons, Washington has said.
The employee of the US Patent and Trademark Office was subject to an exit ban while travelling in China in a personal capacity.
The Department of State said it has no higher priority than the safety and security of American citizens and is tracking this case closely.
The Chinese Embassy in Washington stated that China handles entry and exit affairs in accordance with the law.
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