The Chinese Diaspora in the U.S. amid the Deepening U.S.–China Split

Considering migration flows from China, the United States is often seen as the most popular destination. Almost a third of all migrants leaving China head to the U.S. in hopes of realizing the American Dream, obtaining a high-quality education, or establishing professional and business connections. Given Washington’s policy of “containment” towards China since 2018, and the subsequent unfolding of a conflict scenario in U.S.–China relations, it is expected that this will have an impact on both migration flows from China and the Chinese diaspora in the United States. The aim of this article is to analyze and evaluate the impact of the U.S. “containment” of China and the overall deterioration of U.S.–China relations on the Chinese diaspora in the United States. Using statistical data from the U.S. Census Bureau, the author assesses the dynamics of the Chinese diaspora population, breaking it down into its various subgroups. The article addresses the question of whether the Chinese diaspora is homogeneous in its political views (including views on the PRC, the policy implemented by the Chinese authorities, electoral preferences, etc.).