Social identity development in transnational marriages of international students in China

In recent years, the increasing trend of transnational marriages between international students in China and Chinese nationals has provided unique insights into Chinese society. This paper explores how these unions contribute to the development of social identities. Data was collected through partic...

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Published in:Humanities & social sciences communications 2024-12, Vol.11 (1), p.203-9, Article 203
Main Authors: Raja, Rameez, Ma, Jianfu, Tao, Rui, Ullah, Shakir, Li, Xi Yuan, Shafi, Malik Muhammad
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Couples
Foreign students
Heterosexuality
Host country
Identity formation
Marriage
Migration
Multiculturalism & pluralism
Religion
Social identity
Social networks
Society
Sociology
Tolerance
Transnationalism
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Summary:In recent years, the increasing trend of transnational marriages between international students in China and Chinese nationals has provided unique insights into Chinese society. This paper explores how these unions contribute to the development of social identities. Data was collected through participant observation and in-depth interviews with 15 heterosexual couples. Analysis of the findings supported the idea that these marriages foster a deeper understanding of the couples’ identities and those of their partners by expanding social networks. Identity construction in such unions increases tolerance, mutual understanding, and more flexible family relationships. This exchange of cultures also results in greater familiarity with cultural assumptions and enhanced acceptance of mutual influence, leading to positive adjustments within the host society.
ISSN:2662-9992
2662-9992
DOI:10.1057/s41599-023-02396-1