Pompeo demands closure of all Confucius Institute facilities in the United States by the end of the year October 16, 17:15
U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has called for the closure of all Chinese language educational facilities, Confucius Institute, which is also set up in the United States with the involvement of the Chinese government, because it will adversely affect students and students. I made it clear.
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo sent a letter to educational authorities and universities in 50 states this month, pointing out that the Chinese language education facility "Confucius Institute" set up in domestic universities is "a publicity agency of the Chinese government." , Called for caution.
On the 15th, Pompeo accused Confucius Institute of having a negative impact on American students and students, and called for the closure of all Confucius Institutes by the end of the year. I made it clear.
It is estimated that there are 75 Confucius Institutes in the United States, but in recent years, they have been closed one after another due to concerns from the government and Congress.
In response to a letter from Secretary Pompeo, New Hampshire education officials issued a statement saying that while understanding the federal warning, it was up to universities and educational institutions to close it. The focus is on whether or not to proceed.
On this day, Pompeo was interviewed by radio stations such as Florida and Michigan, which are fierce battle states that have a great influence on the victory and defeat in the presidential election, and appealed the Trump administration's China policy and Middle East policy. We are strengthening the movement to support the election campaign.