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China's new K visa, designed for STEM professionals, has sparked domestic backlash and concerns among Indians. Initially overlooked, the visa's launch has ignited fears of increased job market competition and preferential treatment for foreigners. Despite state media efforts to promote it as a move towards an open China, public criticism, including xenophobic remarks, persists. Details remain unclear on whether it facilitates work or just entry, with comparisons to the US H-1B visa causing anxiety.

Prepared by Christopher Adams and reviewed by editorial team.