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China Set To End Travel Ban For Manus Execs
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Fusion42 · 18 August 2026 · Fusion42 review
Chinese regulators plan to lift the travel ban on senior executives of AI start-up Manus as the company nears completion of its separation from Meta. Manus is returning to independence with major shareholders like Tencent buying back stakes while continuing operations from Singapore.
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You face eased movement restrictions for AI leaders in China, opening doors for collaboration or operational adjustments involving Manus or similar firms. Plan how to engage with mainland Chinese AI teams now that travel barriers are lifting.
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