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A Canadian federal judge has denied entry to a Chinese PhD student bound for the University of Waterloo, citing fears she could be coerced into spying — a ruling that could reshape how universities vet international applicants. The student’s research in microfluidics, while aimed at improving China’s public health system, was deemed potentially espionage-related under a new “non-traditional” definition. Security agencies warn of escalating Chinese efforts to steal Canadian tech and talent, prompting calls to update laws to let CSIS share intelligence with academic institutions. While China denies wrongdoing and demands fair treatment, former officials argue its actions contradict its public stance on cooperation. Universities are now scrambling to adapt, as visa officers receive new guidance on spotting potential security risks — including military ties between students and faculty.

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