The term Chinese people may refer to any of the following:
- People with Han Chinese ethnicity (often simply referred to as "Chinese" or "ethnic Chinese" in English).[1]
- The Zhonghua minzu, a supra-ethnic concept which includes all 56 ethnic groups living in China that are officially recognized by the government of the People's Republic of China, such as Han, Zhuang, Manchu, Tibetans, and other established ethnic groups who have lived within the borders of China since at least the Qing Dynasty (1644–1911).[2]
- People who hold citizenship of the People's Republic of China (mainland China, Hong Kong and Macau).[1]
- People who hold citizenship of Republic of China (Taiwan) (Whether it's a part of Chinese nationality is under disputes. See political status of Taiwan, Taiwanization, and legal status of Taiwan).[3]
Race (hereditary reasons), nationality, citizenship, place of residence (geographical factors), and ancestry (historical and genealogical factors) can be used to define someone as Chinese.
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References [edit]
- ^ a b Who are the Chinese people? (Chinese). Huayuqiao.org. Retrieved on 2013-04-26.
- ^ Brief Introduction chinese nationality. Chinatraveldepot.com. Retrieved on 2013-04-26.
- ^ "Nationality Act". National Immigration Agency, immigration.gov.tw.
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External links [edit]
- The Ranking of Ethnic Chinese Population, Overseas Compatriot Affairs Commission, Republic of China, retrieved 2008-11-02 (covers the years 2004 and 2005)
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