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International student visas to resume with new social media vetting

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  Resumed visa applications may face delays as expanded social media vetting aims to bolster national security measures.

The U.S. Department of State has announced the resumption of issuing international student visas, which were previously halted due to the global health crisis, with the implementation of a new social media vetting process. This new procedure requires visa applicants to submit details of their social media presence over the past five years, including usernames and platforms used, as part of the application process. The initiative aims to enhance national security by screening for potential risks, although it has raised concerns among privacy advocates about the implications for freedom of speech and the potential for profiling. The policy change comes amidst ongoing debates about immigration and security, with the government asserting that the vetting will not unfairly target any group but will help in identifying individuals who might pose a threat.

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