Chinese students stand by France study plans despite widespread civil unrest

Social unrest in France is not deterring some Chinese students from pursuing studies there – at least for now.

Despite nationwide demonstrations over the rising cost of living and declining public services escalating into violence over the weekend, prospective applicants said they remained committed to their academic plans.

A 30-year-old woman from Guangdong province who gave only her family name as Wang said she had obtained a student visa and planned to proceed with a language programme in...