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Take That Funky Passport With You White Boy

One of the things I always want to know about every foreign country to which I travel is whether I should keep my passport on my person at all times. Until around six months ago, I would have said no need regarding China, unless you are travelling between... ...full story at China Law Blog

from China Law Blog on Tue, Jul 15 2008

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