Why younger Europeans can see their futures in China, despite the obstacles
As China ramps up its search for foreign tech expertise, a new generation of talent finds its perspectives on the country are changing
More than two years after stringent Covid-19 restrictions prompted an exodus of foreigners from China, there are emerging signs that Europeans are cautiously rekindling interest in pursuing opportunities in the country, despite challenges such as visa uncertainties, limited internet access and geopolitical tensions.
For many Europeans eyeing global opportunities, China brims with great potential in technology, entrepreneurship and other aspects.
“It’s not just about career growth but also about being part of a system where things are changing fast,” said Simon Wold, a Swedish student doing his master’s in European intellectual property (IP) law at Stockholm University.