China Rolls Out Its First Talent Visa as the US Retreats on H-1Bs

China Unveils New Talent Visa as U.S. Tightens H-1B Restrictions China has introduced a new "high-end talent" visa program, coinciding with the U.S. government's decision to impose a $100,000 fee on H-1B visas. The Chinese initiative aims to attract skilled foreign professionals, including scientists, engineers, and entrepreneurs, offering them a fast-track to permanent residency. The move comes as the U.S. has taken a more restrictive stance on H-1B visas, which are commonly used by tech companies to hire foreign workers. The increased fee for H-1B visas has sparked concerns that it may drive talent away from the U.S. and towards countries like China, which are actively seeking to bolster their tech and innovation sectors. China's new talent visa program has already drawn some criticism, with concerns raised about potential xenophobic backlash and the program's potential to prioritize foreign talent over domestic workers. However, the Chinese government sees the initiative as a crucial step in strengthening its global competitiveness and fostering innovation.