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Chinese migrants flock to Mexico in search of jobs, a future and, for some, a taste of freedom

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Chinese migrants flock to Mexico in search of jobs, a future and, for some, a taste of freedom.

Many have hopes to start businesses of their own, taking advantage of Mexico 's proximity to the U.S. Last year , Mexico ’s government issued 5,070 temporary residency visas to Chinese immigrants.

A deep-rooted diaspora that has fostered strong family and business networks makes Mexico appealing for new arrivals.

Others are leaving China in search of greater freedoms.

They say Mexico stands out as a land of opportunity for those who don’t have relatives in the U.S. to help them settle there.

One Chinese woman says she left China partly because of the competitive workplace culture and high home prices.