Student accused of ‘damaging national dignity’ over sex with foreigner

18 Jul 2025 • 4:43 PM MYT
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  • A Chinese university has announced the expulsion of a female student for "damaging national dignity" due to her relationship with a foreign man.
  • Dalian Polytechnic University said the student violated a rule against "improper interactions with foreigners" and published her full name.
  • The decision has sparked widespread debate on Chinese social media platforms, with many questioning the university's authority and accusing it of misogyny.
  • The student has been linked to videos posted by Ukrainian gamer Danylo Teslenko, which showed him being intimate with a young woman.
  • State-run media has criticised the university for publishing the student's name, suggesting it is inappropriate and may violate personal information protection laws.

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