The United States is set to cut the size of its diplomatic mission in China by up to 10%, the South China Morning Post reported on Wednesday, citing people familiar with the situation. American diplomats working in mainland China and Hong Kong as well as local employees might be given notice as early as Friday in a round of downsizing that the media outlet described as unprecedented.

The United States is planning to reduce its diplomatic mission in China by up to 10%, affecting its embassy in Beijing and consulates in various cities, including Hong Kong. The decision is part of an effort by President Donald Trump's administration to overhaul and cut down on what they consider wasteful government spending.

The United States on Wednesday said it is set to reduce the size of its diplomatic mission in China by up to 10 percent. American diplomats working in mainland China and Hong Kong, as well as local employees might be given notice as early as Friday in a round of downsizing that the media outlet described as unprecedented.

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The United States plans to reduce its diplomatic mission in China by up to 10%, affecting personnel in Beijing, Guangzhou, Shanghai, Shenyang, Wuhan, and Hong Kong, according to sources cited by the South China