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China baits ‘top skilled’ people with 10-year visas

A Chinese bank worker counts stacks of 100-yuan notes at a bank [Courtesy]

China is issuing long-term visas to lure highly skilled people from abroad to work in the country. The multi-entry visas will be valid for between five and 10 years, according to state media.

Technology leaders, entrepreneurs and scientists from in-demand sectors are among those eligible to apply.

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