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US embassies worldwide have suspended immigrant visa interviews to train officers on stricter 'public charge' evaluations. The policy shift threatens family reunification pathways and diversifies visa programmes, affecting applicants across the region.
Thailand has secured a 30-day visa exemption for Indian tourists as part of an ambitious drive to attract 2.7 million arrivals by 2027, capitalising on India's position as the country's third-largest source market.
The US Department of Homeland Security has enacted sweeping visa restrictions on foreign students, journalists and exchange visitors, with Chinese journalists facing the most severe limits at 90 days. The changes take effect within 60 days.
Stricter US visa policies and security incidents are raising concerns among Southeast Asian students, yet most remain committed to American universities. Education consultants report that over 85% of prospective students are proceeding with US plans.