The US State Department has updated its travel advisory for China, adding a warning regarding the risk of wrongful detention for American citizens. This new “D” risk indicator, implemented on Monday, alerts travelers to the possibility of arbitrary detention under Chinese law. Despite this addition, the overall advisory level for China remains at Level 2, which advises US citizens to “Exercise Increased Caution.” The advisory specifically highlights concerns over the arbitrary enforcement of local laws in mainland China. This move signals a heightened level of concern from the US government regarding the safety of Americans traveling to China. Travelers are urged to be aware of this increased risk and exercise caution during their stay. The updated advisory aims to provide clearer information to US citizens about potential dangers they may face while in mainland China.