The Chinese migrants trying to get into the US
We travel to South America to find out why people are making this dangerous journey
Business Daily · BBC World Service
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Show Notes
We travel to South America to meet the Chinese migrants who are making their way to the United States using an unexpected route - the established migrant trail through South and Central America to the southern border with Mexico.
Citing economic challenges at home - and using inspiration from social media - a growing number are making this perilous trek.
Reporter Shawn Yuan travels along the route speaking to migrants about their journey and their aspirations for the future. Presenter: Shawn Yuan Producer: Shawn Yuan, with additional production from James Graham
(Image: Chinese migrants wait to get inside a bus to continue their route to the US. Credit: Getty Images)