The special series 'Foreign Experts in Qingdao' is now live! Ten distinguished professionals from Canada, France, Germany, Russia, the Republic of Korea and beyond have made Qingdao their home, contributing to cutting-edge fields such as advanced manufacturing, marine science, traditional Chinese medicine and international education.

Through their eyes, we witness the intertwining of work, life and policy – from the thrill of first encounters to the steadfast choice to stay; from seizing opportunities to driving innovation and empowering the city. This series captures the dynamic dialogue between a city and its people, and highlights Qingdao's open, research-friendly environment as a welcoming beacon for global talent.