According to reports, a large number of foreigners are living in Beijing and the number is growing. However, the language barrier and the convenience of exchanges between the expatriates can easily become excuses for not fully integrating into the local culture.
报道称，北京的外国人数量众多而且在不断增长，但中国的语言障碍以及侨民之间交流的便利很容易成为他们不完全融入当地文化的借口。