The argument is similar in spirit to the Unabomber's manifesto, though argued in a more abstract realm. Skrbina guesses that his pen pal would not be interested in that work. He's such a practical thinker that things like this he probably considers a waste of time.
Every U.S. Citizen/landed immigrant wishing to travel to China must submit a China visa application. No traveler, including business and pleasure travelers as well as students, will be admitted to the country without a China visa. How far in advance should I apply for a China visa? You cannot apply any further in advance of your trip than three months. It is highly recommended that you apply no later than three months in advance of your intended departure date. The more time you can allow for processing of your application, the better.
Americans or Canadians traveling to Mainland China, whether for business or pleasure, require a visa, which should be obtained in advance. You are exempt from this requirement if you travel and stay only in Hong Kong or Macao for less than 90 days.o! You need to apply for a double entry visa in this case, because Hong Kong and Macao are Special Administrative Regions. Once you leave mainland China to travel to these regions, it is considered an exit, therefore you will need another visa entry to reenter.