Many push factors influenced Fuzhounese immigration. The Chinese economy and government underwent a reform in which many leave due to dissatisfaction with the Communist regime and the corrupt economy. To get ahead, the average citizen must constantly bribe the party officials. Stable living was difficult if they were not connected to the elite. In addition, the import-export trade business impacted the lives of the Fuzhounese. As the industry from foreign investment thrives, so did the amount of people from all over the country looking for cash jobs. New industries emerged in China, yet it did not support the huge need for work. Although new factories were opening, the Fuzhounese faced high unemployment since manufacturers in the unregulated
