Xiangcheng Economic and Technological Development Zone in Suzhou, Jiangsu. [Photo/haiwainet.cn]

Suzhou, Jiangsu has once again been recognized as one of the most attractive cities in China for foreign talent, ranking 5th in the 2023 list recently released by the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security. This marks Suzhou's 13th consecutive year on the list, climbing one spot compared to last year.

A publicity director of Suzhou Industrial Park explains the park's service policies. [Photo/haiwainet.cn]

Suzhou has long been committed to creating an inclusive environment for international talent. At the heart of Suzhou Industrial Park lies Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University (XJTLU), a joint venture between Xi'an Jiaotong University and the University of Liverpool. XJTLU aims to blend diverse cultures to educate professionals with international perspectives and competitive capabilities. With over 25,000 students and faculty from 85 countries, the university offers a highly internationalized educational experience.

In Taicang High-Tech Zone, Suzhou, the China-Germany Dual Education Industrial Park is set to open, marking a milestone in Sino-German vocational education cooperation. Since adopting the German dual education model in 2001, Taicang has trained over 10,000 skilled professionals. The new park aims to annually train 1,000 apprentices and provide vocational skills training for 5,000 individuals, reinforcing the talent pipeline for Sino-German enterprises.

Suzhou is home to 31 universities and research institutes, with partnerships established by over 200 prestigious institutions, including Oxford University, the National University of Singapore, Tsinghua University, and Peking University. The city continues to expand collaborations with world-class academic and research organizations.

A German resident in Taicang, Suzhou and his wife at a local bakery. [Photo/haiwainet.cn]

"If I had to sum up Suzhou's service for foreign talent in one phrase, it would be 'hands-off when unnecessary, responsive when needed,'" said Joel Moser, a distinguished professor from France at Soochow University's School of Optoelectronic Science and Engineering.