In the global race for talent, timing is everything. Just as the Trump administration slaps a $100,000 fee on new H-1B visa applicants — effectively shutting out thousands of Indian STEM professionals — China opens its doors. The K-visa, operational from October 1, 2025, offers five-year stays, no sponsor requirement and generous support. It is a pivot point

xThe United States is tightening skilled migration. Europe remains selective. Australia and Canada are more open, but still enforce strict point-based systems. Racism and xenophobia are rising, making integration harder — even for highly skilled professionals. In this environment, relying on outbound migration is risky — and increasingly unrealistic.

What can India do?

India must change the narrative. Success should not be measured

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