Is China's 'Internal Passport' Becoming Obsolete?

A look at whether or not the hukou is here to stay.

by Jocelyn Richards, 04 April 2017

The Human Cost of China's Hukou System

Measuring the effects on those left behind by China's internal passport system.

by Sky Gidge, 05 April 2017

What People Today Are Saying About China's Hukou System

Six urban dwellers tell us what they think about China's hukou system.

by That's PRD, 07 April 2017

85% of Migrants Feel They 'Don't Belong' in First-Tier Cities

A survey of young people working in China's tier one cities reveal a surprising disconnect between migrants and their chosen homes.

by Rachel Deason, 24 February 2017

Hukou Rules to be Eased in Small Cities Around China

This reform comes as China seeks to reignite urbanization and economic growth in the country.

by Bryan Grogan, 09 April 2019

Beijing Hukou Reform - Is It Enough?

Hukou reform is coming to Beijing, but some say the new system favors skilled workers and yuppies.

by Dominique Wong, 15 February 2016

Is Beijing Granting Hukou to Illegal Second Children?

Dongcheng police are reportedly giving hukou to violators of the late one-child policy.

by Justine Lopez, 31 March 2016

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