Will China’s new visa targeting STEM talents give it an edge over the world?

Taking effect on October 1, China’s new K visa category will offer greater flexibility and fewer barriers to global professionals in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Observers said it signalled a shift in China’s immigration policy and a strategic move to bolster innovation and competitiveness in its hi-tech sectors. Liu Hong, a professor of public policy and global affairs at NTU Singapore, expects the US administration’s tightening grip on immigration to help drive foreigners to China. However, he said China’s K visa should not be viewed as a direct competitor or an alternative to the US H-1B visa, which is a work visa requiring employer sponsorship.

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