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Last checked 2026-08-16Only verifiable items appear here. Each links to the original official document, and our own reading is kept separate under “why this matters”. Most sources are Chinese government bodies — worth reading whatever passport you hold, because China maintains one of the most detailed public registries of problem institutions in international education.
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Ministry of Education issues 2025 Alert No. 4 on Japan; Malaysia remains without any alert
The Ministry of Education's supervision portal issued 2025 Alert No. 4 regarding Japan, noting unsettled public security and frequent crimes against Chinese citizens. Four alerts were issued in 2025, covering Japan, the Philippines (twice) and Ohio, USA.
Source：Ministry of Education — Information Portal for Supervision of Overseas EducationView the original (Chinese) ↗ - AlertAct on this
CSCSE publishes ninth enhanced-scrutiny list, including one Malaysian institution
CSCSE announced enhanced scrutiny procedures for four institutions — including Binary University of Management and Entrepreneurship in Malaysia — citing significant anomalies in recognition data and frequent complaints. Processing will take no less than 60 working days from application.
Source：Chinese Service Center for Scholarly Exchange (CSCSE)View the original (Chinese) ↗ - AlertAct on this
CSCSE warns of recognition fraud and names seven imitation sites
CSCSE reported receiving investigative assistance requests from police in several regions concerning study-abroad and overseas-degree fraud. Claims of guaranteed, insider, back-dated or expedited recognition constitute false advertising. Applications must be submitted online by the holder in person; proxy applications are a violation, and applicants bear the consequences. Seven imitation domains were named.
Source：Chinese Service Center for Scholarly Exchange (CSCSE)View the original (Chinese) ↗ - Recognition
CSCSE invalidates certain recognition certificates, including ones issued in 2013 and 2015
Acting on complaints or new evidence, CSCSE re-examined applications under Article 41 of the recognition rules and invalidated two certificates. The listed reference numbers date from 2013 and 2015.
Source：Chinese Service Center for Scholarly Exchange (CSCSE)View the original (Chinese) ↗ - RecognitionAct on this
Cross-border distance-learning diplomas fall outside recognition (COVID-era exception withdrawn)
CSCSE withdrew the COVID-era exception: diplomas obtained through distance learning from the 2023 spring semester onwards are no longer eligible for recognition, including for continuing students. The accompanying Q&A clarifies that research-degree applicants must travel to the country of study.
Source：Chinese Service Center for Scholarly Exchange (CSCSE)View the original (Chinese) ↗
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