Region cannot be changed from China - Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers

I'm in the U.S. I just purchased a used Mi 8 that was reset and seems to have the latest Android update available. Here are more details:
Android version: 9 PKQ1.180729.001
MIUI version: MIUI Global 10.1 Stable - 10.1.3.0 (PEARUXM)
Model name: M1803E1A
The region says China. When I tap the arrow the same screen is refreshed. I'd appreciate any advice on how to change the region.
I have another issue that I think may be due to the wrong region. I cannot receive MMS texts. I'd appreciate any thoughts on this issue as well.

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