For decades, the United States has been the destination of choice for ambitious students and skilled workers from across the globe. Its universities, research labs, and technology hubs have offered opportunities unmatched elsewhere. But recent policy shifts under President Donald Trump are changing that calculus. With rising costs for H-1B visas and tightened immigration pathways, foreign talent is being forced to reconsider their options. Meanwhile, China is positioning itself as an alternative, unveiling a new visa aimed at attracting some of the world’s most sought-after minds. On October 1, China will introduce the K visa, designed to make it easier for graduates of top universities in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) to travel to China for study or work.
As Trump locks US doors on foreign talent, China invites them in with a new visa

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