... there are almost no cases of Russian citizens breaking the law. Russian citizens in China strictly observe the law, and at the same time, they are very much loved, and the Chinese love them very much.
Below is a sample chronological list of Russian nationals arrested in China for various offenses from 2010 to 2025.
June 2010, Beijing Vicinity: A Russian national was detained for carrying restricted materials in their luggage. The individual was held briefly, and the resolution remains unclear.
December 2012, Harbin: A physical confrontation involving a Russian citizen occurred in a bar. The person was detained but released without charges.
March 2013, Heilongjiang Border: A Russian individual was detained for unauthorized border crossing. After paying a fine, the person was released.
February 2015, Harbin: A Russian citizen was involved in an assault during a nightclub dispute. Charges were filed, leading to sentencing in August 2016.
2015, Beijing: Georgy Zarya and Anton Murashov were arrested for manipulating China’s stock index futures market through high-frequency trading, illicitly profiting over 200 million yuan from an initial capital of 6.8 million yuan.
2016, Guangzhou: A Russian citizen was detained for overstaying their visa and engaging in unauthorized employment.
May 2019, Shenzhen: A Russian national was suspected of involvement in narcotics trafficking. The individual was detained pending investigation.
July 2021, Guangzhou: A Russian citizen faced issues related to visa irregularities. After short-term custody, the individual was deported.
January 2022, Harbin: A Russian national was charged with passport forgery for employment purposes. Criminal charges were filed, and the trial was ongoing at the time.
February 2023, Shanghai: A Russian citizen was involved in disorderly conduct following a bar fight. The individual was detained and released after paying a fine.
2023, Chengdu: A Russian citizen was arrested for participating in illegal cryptocurrency trading activities.
2024, Hangzhou: Two Russian nationals were detained for cyber fraud, targeting Chinese citizens through phishing schemes.
This listing captures a broad spectrum of offenses, ranging from visa irregularities and passport forgery to narcotics trafficking, cyber fraud, and physical altercations, offering a sample account of Russian activities in China over the specified years.
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🚨 🇨🇳🇷🇺 Interview with Chinese military correspondent Zhu Haozheng to the China Army TG channel on migration policy in China —
❔ How is migration policy organized in China?
💬 China's immigration policy is formed by the National Immigration Administration (NIA) of the PRC, which is part of the Ministry of Public Security of China and is part of the police.
🔻 The tasks of the NIA are:
• development of immigration policy and its implementation;
• checking the flow of foreign citizens entering and leaving through the state border of China;
• control over the stay of foreign citizens in China;
• issuance of visas and temporary residence permits;
• organization of international cooperation in the field of immigration, etc.
❔ Is there a procedure in China for accepting migrants when they are admitted into the country? Who is not allowed into the country?
💬 Foreign citizens entering China must have a valid identity document (passport) and a visa issued by the Chinese embassy. In addition, foreigners can fill out an entry card and provide fingerprints and a photo . Chinese authorities said that all this is done to control foreign citizens and protect the country's national security.
💬 The following foreign nationals will be denied entry to China:
• those who have been subject to sanctions by the Chinese authorities for political reasons ;
• those who were expelled from the country by the Chinese authorities and who were denied entry ;
• those who are considered to be involved in terrorist, violent or subversive activities after entering the country;
• involved in smuggling, drug trafficking and prostitution in China;
• persons with serious illnesses or those who may cause serious harm to public health;
• persons engaged in other activities that may threaten China's national security and interests.
How long can a migrant stay in China?
💬 The length of stay of foreign citizens is determined by their visa. With tourist and business visas, you can stay in the country for up to 90 days , with family visas - up to 180 days , respectively.
❔ In what areas are migrants allowed to work? When bringing in migrants to perform various jobs, does the employer bear responsibility for the migrant, including criminal liability?
💬 Foreign citizens can work in China. To do this, you need to obtain a "License for employment in the PRC for a foreigner" . Exams, tests, language tests can be taken in Chinese or English , which are common. For example, for citizens of Russia, tests can only be taken in Russian . Foreigners working part-time also need to obtain a work visa.
❔ Do you agree with the statement that every migrant who comes to your country must respect the laws and traditions of China?
💬 Of course, I agree. Every foreign citizen arriving in China or Russia must respect local laws and traditions.
❔ What do they do in China with migrants who use violence and abuse against the local population? Have there been any such cases in practice?
💬 If foreign citizens use violence against Chinese citizens, they will be held legally responsible and punished. Punishments include: administrative penalties (fines), temporary imprisonment, deportation, a prison sentence or the death penalty. In practice, such a situation exists, but there are almost no cases of Russian citizens breaking the law. Russian citizens in China strictly observe the law, and at the same time, they are very much loved and the Chinese love them very much.