A growing online debate in China has drawn attention to a small group of foreign students, including some from Africa, accused of staying in universities for years without completing their studies. The reports have sparked national discussion about fairness, scholarship rules, and the real purpose of international education. What Sparked the Debate A recent report in Chinese media described...

Looking for a quick escape this Golden Week? If you want to avoid the big crowds but still enjoy the holiday, here are some of the best day trips you can take from major cities in China. Beijing ➝ Great Wall Hike the Mutianyu or Jinshanling sections of the Great Wall for stunning views and fewer tourists compared to Badaling. Shanghai ➝ Suzhou Known as the “Venice of the...

If you’re in Guangzhou for sourcing or scouting suppliers, here’s what changed this session and why buyers should care. The 138th Canton Fair opened on October 15, 2025 in Guangzhou. This edition is being called the strictest so far. Many small and medium exhibitors were surprised by the new rules, but for buyers, the updates bring clear benefits. What’s new Stricter...

The Real Truth When many Africans think about coming to China, the first plan is usually simple: “Let me get a job and collect salary every month.” On paper it sounds easy, but in reality it is one of the hardest routes to survive here. Out of 100 people who come with a pure “salary job” mindset, maybe 5 will actually land a proper, stable job. Even those 5 don’t...

On September 28, the results of the 2024 “Charming China—The Most Attractive Chinese Cities in the Eyes of Foreign Talent” survey were announced. Organized by the Foreign Talent Research Center of the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security, the study evaluated how foreigners living and working in China view different cities. How the Ranking Was Done A total of...