An aerial view of the Lingang New Area in the Shanghai Free Trade Zone, east China. (PHOTO: VCG)

By Staff Reporters

Malaysian scientist Xu Jinxiang, who works at the Tsung-Dao Lee Institute at Shanghai Jiao Tong University, finds the research atmosphere in Shanghai's Pudong New Area highly conducive.

As a scientist specializing in neutrino physics, Xu is particularly excited about the hard X-ray free electron laser facility being built in Zhangjiang Science City in central Pudong. He also likes the fact that there are 18 roads named after scientists in Zhangjiang.

The industries, such as intelligent manufacturing, data and chips in Pudong, have witnessed a fast-growing development in recent years. A comprehensive talent service system is urgently needed to attract experts to advance its growth.

To attract more talents like Xu, Pudong has recently implemented more convenient talent policies.

This started with a guideline in 2021 to support high-level reform and build Pudong into a pioneer area for socialist modernization.

For example, in order to provide a one-stop comprehensive service for experts of different backgrounds and age groups to familiarize themselves with Pudong and consider starting a career there, Pudong established many talent service platforms in 2023, such as the International Talent Station and the International Talent Port.

The Pudong International Talent Station offers international talents seven to 14 days of free accommodation and places to start businesses free for three to 12 months, as well as services such as policy consultation.

The Pudong International Talent Port has served over 261,000 domestic and international experts in the past five years.

By following the concept that "talent is the first resource," Pudong has long been at the forefront of pioneering open and convenient policies for talent acquisition, creating an ideal environment for global talent innovation and entrepreneurship.