Talent policies to help transform Shanghai
Updated: 2016-02-22 15:12
By Yu Ran(China Daily)
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Albert Saputra, an Indonesian with a master's in marketing from Shanghai Jiao Tong University, was the first to obtain one of the new work permits in August after the policy was introduced.
"China's economy is growing ... and there are great opportunities and jobs available here for foreign graduates to learn and gain experience," said the 27-year-old, who received a three-year work permit after being recruited by the Shanghai office of Nexans, a French cable manufacturer.
The policy has also been good news for employers looking for a wider range of talent.
"It will encourage employers to fill positions with better-fitting talent," said Pete Chia, managing director of BRecruit China, a recruitment service provider in Asia. However, he added, "International students should provide added value to the Chinese job market. In other words, they should be armed with skill sets that can't be found among the local talent."
Saputra, who has a plan to settle down in Shanghai permanently, said he would consider applying for a green card. According to the rules, he will be eligible after working for three years and with a recommendation from his employer.
"I will apply, as I plan to live and work here long term. Permanent residence will allow me to enroll in the medical system, own an apartment and will benefit my future children," he said.
Shanghai's talent policies have had a positive effect on applications for permanent residency, official data show. Between July and December, 197 expatriates applied for permanent resident's permits, six times more than during the same period in 2014. In addition, 715 people received long-term work permits, up 12 times.
"Attracting overseas talent with beneficial recruitment and visa policies will continue to be our work focus to transform the FTZ, Pudong district and even the city into an innovation and technology center with global influence," said Sun Jiwei, governor of Pudong district.
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