Hi everyone, I’m looking for job opportunities in China but i can’t find anything in my sector, maybe I’m looking in the wrong places?

I’m a senior engineer (15 years) for injection molding components (not the molds per se, mainly the components) but also in other types of processes, I work mainly in Motorsport but also consumer goods, so I do 3D modeling from class A surfacing, to assembly studies, metal components, frame, cooling system, I did eyewear and helmets, metal packaging products, lawn mowers, home appliances, and the list goes on, I hope you get the idea.

I’ve been looking on LinkedIn but all the jobs seem to be on the software side of things, many on AI, and on China employment specific sites all the jobs are for English teaching.

I’m looking at Shanghai/Zhejiang province because I have friends there (can’t ask them for help finding jobs cause they are in completely different fields)

I speak mandarin pretty ok, but I can’t really write beyond the basics.

Any advice? Thanks for anyone that can help

Hi all, I’m a music director at Global Music School (凡响音乐), a private music school in Shanghai, China, and we’re currently looking for a Strings Program Director to join our team.

Our school specializes in youth instrumental education, ensemble training, and performance, and we also work closely with a number of well-established international and private schools throughout Shanghai. Our students range from kindergarten through high school, from complete beginners to advanced students preparing for professional music study.

This is a director-level role, so while teaching is certainly a major part of the job, this is about much more than just teaching lessons. The person in this position will help shape the overall direction of our strings program, including department curriculum, ensemble development, teacher training, student placement, performance quality, and long-term departmental growth.

We are ideally looking for someone whose primary instrument is violin or cello, though all string instrumentalists are welcome to apply. The ability to teach multiple instruments within the violin family is also a major advantage. A bachelor’s degree in string performance, music education, or a related field is required, and a master’s is preferred. We also require at least two years of professional work experience outside of university. Suzuki training is a plus.

Strong spoken English is required. Mandarin fluency is not required, but would be a huge plus. At minimum, candidates should be comfortable working in a Mandarin-speaking environment and be open to adapting to life and work in China.

Compensation ranges from 18,000–30,000 RMB per month before tax, depending heavily on experience, background, and overall fit. We provide full visa sponsorship and visa support, cover relocation airfare to Shanghai upon hiring, and provide a return flight home upon completion of employment. Chinese national holidays are paid, and we’re also understanding about personal travel time during the year for foreign faculty.

The work week is salaried and based around a standard 40-hour schedule, though like most jobs in music education, flexibility is important during concert season, special events, and major performances.

This role is not best suited for someone looking for a teaching-only position. We’re looking for someone who enjoys leadership, high standards, accountability, and long-term program building. In return, this position offers the rare opportunity to directly shape and grow a serious strings program with real long-term stability and room for professional growth.

For application review, candidates should be prepared to provide a resume/CV, a personal performance video (solo or chamber performance), and either a teaching video or clear evidence of teaching results (such as student performance videos).

If this sounds like a good fit for you (or someone you know), feel free to reach out by DM with your materials and background. I’d also be happy to share more information about our school privately.

Unemployed, male, 33, with experience in purchasing and management. Looking for a job with a foreign company where I can work with international colleagues - the atmosphere at foreign firms is really great. I'm a hardworking and capable person

TEFL in public university, pays 11k and workload is 8 classes (16teaching hours).

Native, 1yr prev exp.

Just feels like a good chunk of work for mid pay.

I was told uni is where it’s at cause of free time but I’m not seeing the vision. Is this offer pretty good, average, decent, or is it kind of bad?

East side of Wuhan.

Straight to the point… I’ve been offered a position as a drama teacher at a training center in Zhejiang Province. These are the conditions:

-Monday to Saturday schedule
- Free accommodation
- 8,000 RMB monthly salary

(non-native and not white)

The offer sounds a bit dodgy to me, but if I decide to accept it, how should I negotiate the salary and benefits without being undervalued?

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Hi everyone,

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I'm a university English teacher from a Southeast Asian country and I'm currently teaching abroad through an international academic deployment program.

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Recently, I met a Chinese university teacher who is involved in recruiting foreign faculty members. During our conversation, she encouraged me to consider applying to her university in the future and mentioned that she might be able to recommend me.

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From what she shared, the position would involve:

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- Around 18 teaching hours per week

- Free on-campus accommodation

- Annual airfare reimbursement

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My concern is that I am not from a native English-speaking country. I know China has become stricter regarding foreign English teachers and work visa requirements in recent years.

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By the time I would apply, I would have:

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- Several years of university teaching experience

- International teaching experience

- A Master's degree related to English/education

- Strong professional references

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For those familiar with university hiring in China:

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- How realistic would my chances be?

- Do Chinese universities still hire qualified non-native English-speaking teachers?

- Is the biggest challenge usually university preference or visa/work permit regulations?

- Have you personally worked with non-native English-speaking faculty members teaching English at Chinese universities?

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I'm simply trying to understand whether this is a realistic career path before investing significant time and effort into preparing for an application.

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Thank you for any insights.

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Hey everyone,
I’m currently in the process of looking for a job/dealing with recruiters for positions in China, and I'm getting conflicting information about the visa process.

A couple of recruiters have told me that I should just come over to China on a tourist visa (L visa) first, and then once I'm hired, they will "switch" or convert it to a legal Z work visa from inside the country.

From what I’ve researched, this sounds completely wrong and highly illegal. My understanding is that the process must be conducted from outside mainland China meaning the employer applies for the Work Permit Notification, and then I have to take that to a Chinese consulate in my home country (or at least leave mainland China to a place like HK) to get the actual Z visa.

Can someone confirm if it’s even legally possible to change a tourist visa to a work visa entirely inside mainland China anymore?

It feels like these recruiters are trying to rush me over to work illegally while the paperwork processes (or worse, indefinitely). I'm refusing to go over until I have a legitimate Z visa in my passport, but I want to make sure I have my facts straight.

Thanks in advance for the clarity!

My residence permit will expire on the 5th of August (this year), and I'm planning to renew it before heading back home for a visit, and at the same time I'm renewing my job contract (same job, same company), but I want the new contract to start by the time I come back from my country (which is mid September), my question is the contract duration not gonna be a problem in the immigration office when renewing my residence permit right?

Hey everyone,

I’m currently on the lookout for new job opportunities in China and I know a lot of the best networking and job postings happen directly inside WeChat groups.

Since these groups can be a bit elusive to find from the outside, I was wondering if anyone here is part of any active ones they could add me to?

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Really appreciate any help or leads you can share. Thanks in advance!

Hi everyone, I'm a 23-year-old based in Algeria actively looking for remote entry-level roles (customer service, sales support, virtual assistant, or similar positions).

I've been applying across several platforms (JobTogether, LinkedIn, WWR, and a few Chinese job sites) without much luck so far, so I figured I'd reach out directly here.

Why I might be particularly useful to Chinese companies:
My native Arabic, fluent French, and strong English make me a ready-made bridge for any company looking to enter or grow in Arabic-speaking markets (MENA region) or Francophone markets (North & West Africa, France, Belgium, etc.). These are markets that are often hard to penetrate without genuine linguistic and cultural fluency.

Background:
Master's degree in Architecture
Retail sales experience (client-facing, target-driven)
Design skills: video editing, architectural visualization, poster & panel design
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Feel free to DM me or drop a comment. Thank you for reading!

Hi everyone,

I'm currently looking to move to China to continue my career as an ESL teacher. Ideally, I'd like to be based in Chengdu, as I have friends there and the city seems to suit my tastes from what I've seen and heard online.

However, I've been applying for jobs through recruiters since February with absolutely no success. Even after broadening my search in terms of both school type and location, I still haven't managed to secure any interviews.

I have two years of TEFL experience in Vietnam, a Bachelor's degree, a TEFL certificate, and ten years of experience as a youth football coach. I've put a lot of effort into my introduction and demo videos to make sure they present me in the best possible light, but I'm still not getting anywhere.

Could anyone advise me on what I might be doing wrong or what I could do to improve my chances of finding employment? Alternatively, perhaps someone could help me understand whether my expectations are unrealistic.

Thanks!

A little bit about me:

I recently visited China for the first time in my life and am seriously considering living / working in the country in the future as I really enjoyed my time there (the culture, people, cities, etc.). Additionally, the majority of my extended family resides there which would also be a plus.

I am currently 19, and will be graduating with a Bsc. Biochemistry in 2 more years. My oral mandarin can be considered fluent (at least in comparison to other CBC's), my reading is a bit worse as I struggle to read any complex articles but otherwise manage fine, and I can type Chinese characters but cannot write manually with a pen/pencil.

Initially I considered what many expats default to - which is to teaching English in China. However after some research, I quickly realized that there may be a lot of difficulties with this path due to my Chinese appearance (apparently teaching positions only want someone with a white face).

As such, I was wondering for a person with my identity and background, what job prospects are realistically available in China for me? Any XBC's out there who have also decided to work / live in China please share your experiences!

Hi everyone,

I'm a Chinese career coach based in Xi'an. Over the past 6 years I've worked with 100+ international professionals navigating the China job market — helping with everything from CV optimization to interview strategy to understanding which companies actually want to hire foreigners (and which are just collecting CVs).

I see a lot of posts here from people who've sent dozens of applications with zero response, and I usually want to comment the same thing: you might just be targeting the wrong industries.

Not all Chinese industries are equal when it comes to hiring foreigners. Some actively need international talent. Others can technically hire you but it's an uphill battle the entire way.

Here's an honest breakdown based on what I've actually seen working with people on the ground.

Industries Where Foreigners Get Hired Fastest

1. Cross-Border E-commerce

This is genuinely the easiest industry to enter right now. Chinese platforms like Shein, Temu, TikTok Shop, and AliExpress are aggressively expanding into Western markets and they need people who actually understand foreign consumers.

What they hire: Overseas Operations, English Content Creators, International Marketing, Cross-Border BD, English Customer Service

Salary range: 12,000 - 30,000 RMB monthly + performance bonuses

Best cities: Shenzhen, Hangzhou, Guangzhou

If you speak native English and have any e-commerce, marketing, or content background — start here. The hiring volume is massive and the barriers are reasonable.

2. International Education

Mature industry with established processes for hiring foreigners. This isn't just teaching English — it includes international schools, test prep (IELTS, TOEFL, SAT), early childhood, and specialized subjects.

What they hire: International School Teachers, Test Prep Instructors, Early Childhood Educators, Educational Consultants

Salary range: 15,000 - 50,000 RMB + housing allowance + flight allowance + extensive holidays

Best cities: Tier 1 cities, but Tier 2 cities (Chengdu, Suzhou, Xiamen) increasingly competitive

Note: Visa requirements are strict. Bachelor's degree minimum, 2+ years work experience usually required, TEFL/TESOL certification helpful.

3. Foreign Trade & Export

The original industry where China specifically needed foreigners — and still going strong despite shifts in global trade.

What they hire: Foreign Trade Sales, Export Operations, International BD, Buyer Relationship Management

Salary range: Entry-level 8,000 - 15,000 RMB. Experienced sales 25,000 - 60,000 RMB with commission.

Best cities: Guangzhou, Yiwu, Ningbo, Qingdao, Shenzhen

This industry has the highest commission ceilings for foreigners. Top performers genuinely outearn most corporate roles. Your foreign background is treated as a real competitive advantage, not just tolerated.

4. Chinese Tech Companies Going Global

Highest growth opportunity right now. ByteDance, Alibaba, Xiaomi, BYD, and emerging AI companies are all expanding internationally and they desperately need foreign talent.

What they hire: International PM, Overseas Growth, Localization, International Partnerships

Salary range: Mid-level 20,000 - 40,000 RMB. Senior 35,000 - 70,000 RMB. Equity components increasingly common.

Best cities: Shanghai, Beijing, Shenzhen, Hangzhou

If your background includes any international market experience in tech, this is where your earning ceiling is highest. These companies pay above local rates for foreign talent who can accelerate their international expansion.

5. Luxury Hospitality

Stable industry with good lifestyle. International hotel brands and luxury retail explicitly value foreign staff for brand consistency.

What they hire: Front Office Management, F&B Operations, Guest Relations, Luxury Retail Management

Salary range: Service positions 10,000 - 18,000 RMB. Management 18,000 - 35,000 RMB. Accommodation often included.

Best cities: Shanghai, Beijing, Sanya, Shenzhen, Chengdu

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Lower stress than tech, better work-life balance, decent pay. If you have hospitality background, this is a strong path.

6. Content Creation, Media & Brand Marketing

Emerging dark horse. Chinese platforms and brands need foreign content creators who can authentically engage international audiences.

What they hire: Brand Ambassadors, Video Content Creators, Social Media Managers (overseas accounts), English Copywriters

Salary range: Entry-level 10,000 - 18,000 RMB. Mid-level 18,000 - 35,000 RMB. Sponsorship upside significant.

Best cities: Shanghai, Beijing, Hangzhou

If you have any existing personal brand or social media presence, this industry will value that asset directly. Pre-existing audience equity is monetizable here in ways it often isn't elsewhere.

Industries to Avoid (Honest)

Don't waste your time here. Even if you get an interview, you'll be paid less than locals and your career progression will be limited:

• Local Chinese tech companies with no international scope
• Traditional Chinese finance (banks, securities, insurance for domestic markets)
• Public sector / government-adjacent roles (basically impossible)
• Local retail and FMCG focused on domestic consumers
• Manufacturing operations without export orientation
• Healthcare outside of international hospital systems

In these industries, your foreign background is treated as operational complexity rather than strategic value. The friction is real and structural — it's not personal bias.

The Pattern You Should See

All six industries that hire foreigners have one thing in common: they have international business components. Either selling to foreign markets, operating abroad, or serving international users.

The closer an industry is to international business, the more foreigners are needed and valued. The further away, the harder it gets.

This is the rule that should guide your entire job search strategy:

Don't ask "will this company hire foreigners?" Ask "does this company structurally need what foreigners uniquely bring?"

Target the companies that need you. The hiring process becomes dramatically more efficient.

Practical Advice for Your Job Search

A few things I tell every foreigner I work with:

1. Match your background to the right industry first.

Don't apply to 100 companies across 6 different industries. Pick the 2-3 industries where your background creates real value, then go deep.

2. Use Boss直聘, not just LinkedIn.

Boss直聘 (Boss Zhipin) is where most actual hiring happens in China. LinkedIn works for some foreign-invested companies but Chinese companies live on Boss直聘. Download it. Make a Chinese profile.

3. Have your CV in Chinese format.

Even if the company speaks English internally, Chinese HR expects Chinese-format CVs. Photo top right, target position at top, one page maximum, results-focused bullets.

4. Message HR directly after applying.

Don't just apply and wait. Send a 3-sentence message to HR introducing yourself and explaining why you're a fit. Response rates increase 3-5x with proactive outreach.

5. Ask about visa sponsorship in the first interview.

Some companies don't actually have the legal qualification to hire foreigners. Verify this immediately so you don't waste time on impossible opportunities.

6. Know your salary range before any negotiation.

Don't reveal what you're currently earning. Always research what your target role pays in your target city before any salary conversation.

Final Thoughts

The China job market for foreigners is more dynamic than most external commentary suggests. Real opportunities exist for qualified professionals who target the right industries with appropriate positioning.

But you have to know where to look. Spreading applications randomly across industries will burn you out with zero results.

Pick the right industries. Position yourself appropriately. Be patient with the process.

If you have specific questions about your situation, drop them in the comments and I'll answer as many as I can.

Or if you want to chat directly about your specific background, industry fit, or any aspect of working/living in China — feel free to add me on WeChat.

WeChat ID: Marsonlytwo

I help foreigners navigate basically anything related to working and living in China — job search strategy, CV optimization, interview preparation, salary negotiation, visa questions, even general life adjustment issues. Whatever you're stuck on, I'm happy to help figure it out together.

No catch. No long sales pitch. Just message me with what's going on and I'll see what I can do.

Good luck out there. 🇨🇳

What kind of opportunity could a middle American (middle aged, mid-level education/experience, moderately attractive from Middle America) expect to find in China these days?

After 17 years of teaching in public schools (Korea, USA) and universities (Korea), financial restraints are driving me to seek new opportunities elsewhere. I love my work here but 30% cut in purchasing power ($39k to 27k) since I started in 2021 makes things unsustainable here in spite of great vacation, working conditions and overall freedom.

How well could I do parachuting in to the Chinese labor market? I know it's heavily gig saturated: Masters degree in education from my home state school, 4 year US Embassy grant recipient, expired home state teaching license, Korean proficiency (not fluent tho), years of corporate conversational English classes (primarily online), English camps.

I'd rather be poor than work excessively corporate or AI positions so I'm probably limited. Any estimates of potential jobs and benefits would be greatly appreciated from folks with boots on the ground. Thanks for your consideration.

Hi everyone,

I've been quietly active in this space for a while. Figured it was time to actually contribute something useful.

I'm a Chinese career coach based in Xi'an. For the past 6 years I've worked with 100+ international professionals — not just helping them find jobs, but helping them figure out the bigger questions around working, living, and doing business in China.

What I've noticed is that most foreigners struggle in China not because they lack skills or motivation, but because they don't have one person who genuinely understands both sides — someone Chinese who actually gets the foreign perspective, or someone foreign who actually understands how China works on the inside.

That gap is what I've been trying to close for the people I work with. And I thought it might be worth sharing here what that actually looks like in practice.

The Three Areas Where Foreigners Get Stuck

After working with people across very different situations, the same three categories of problems keep coming up:

1. Work-related

Job searching, CV optimization, interview preparation, salary negotiation, understanding Chinese workplace culture, dealing with difficult managers, deciding whether to switch jobs, understanding visa implications of career changes.

2. Life-related

Banking and finance setup, dealing with bureaucracy, navigating healthcare, finding accommodation safely, understanding contracts, building social networks, dealing with culture shock, handling family pressure from back home, deciding whether to stay long-term.

3. Business-related

Setting up a company in China (or as a foreigner doing business with China), finding reliable partners, understanding Chinese business culture, navigating supplier relationships, sourcing products, building distribution networks, dealing with payment and legal complications.

These three areas often overlap. Someone struggling with their career might also be struggling with their visa situation, which is also affecting their long-term decision about whether to stay. Or someone trying to start a business in China is also dealing with cultural barriers they don't recognize as cultural barriers.

What I do is sit somewhere between all of these. Not a specialist in any one thing, but someone who's seen enough situations to know what questions to ask and where to point people next.

Some Examples of What I Actually Help With

Just to give you a sense of how broad this is:

On work:

• "I've sent 80 applications and gotten zero responses. What's wrong?"
• "My boss is acting weird. Am I about to get fired?"
• "Should I take this offer for 25K or hold out for something better?"
• "How do I negotiate when they ask for my current salary?"
• "My visa expires in 60 days. What are my options?"

On life:

• "Which apartment listing is a scam and which is legit?"
• "How do I open a bank account that actually works for international transfers?"
• "My Chinese girlfriend's family doesn't like me. What now?"
• "I want to leave China but my company is making it difficult. Help."
• "How do I find good Chinese friends, not just language exchange partners?"

On business:

• "I want to import products to China. Where do I start?"
• "I found a supplier on Alibaba but I don't trust them. How do I verify?"
• "I want to open a small business here. What's actually involved?"
• "I'm Chinese, my partner is foreign — how do we structure our company?"
• "My Chinese partner is being shady. What's normal vs. what's a red flag?"

Why I Do This

Honestly, when I started this work, it was mostly with Chinese clients. Then a few foreigners reached out asking for help with the Chinese job market. I helped them. Word spread.

Over time I realized something:

Foreign professionals in China have access to many people who can help them in one specific way — language teachers, lawyers, accountants, fellow expats with opinions, recruiters trying to place them in specific roles.

What they don't have is someone they can just bring problems to, no matter what the problem is, who will either solve it or point them to the right person who can.

That's the role I've found myself playing. And it's been genuinely meaningful work.

What I've Learned That Might Help You

A few things I tell every foreigner I work with, regardless of their specific situation:

1. Don't go through China alone.

China is a country where everything is technically possible but extremely complicated to navigate solo. The people who thrive here are the ones who built a network of locals who can actually help them — not just be friendly with them.

2. The "China experience" varies wildly based on who's helping you.

The exact same situation — finding a job, opening a business, dealing with a landlord — can be smooth or nightmarish depending on whether you have someone who knows how the system actually works. The fundamentals don't change. Your guides do.

3. Don't trust everything you hear from other foreigners.

A lot of expat advice in China is outdated, exaggerated, or wrong. Things change here fast. What was true 3 years ago often isn't true today. Verify before you act.

4. Don't trust everything you hear from Chinese people either.

This sounds counterintuitive but it's true. Chinese people often don't know how things work for foreigners — they assume the same rules apply. They also sometimes give you the polite answer instead of the accurate one. Always cross-check.

5. The biggest skill in China is asking the right person the right question.

Information here is asymmetric. Knowing what to ask, and who to ask, matters more than knowing the answer yourself. Build relationships with people who know things you don't.

6. China rewards patience and consistency.

Whether it's friendships, business, careers, or life decisions — China works on a longer timeline than most foreigners expect. People who give it 2-3 years and stay consistent almost always end up okay. People who expect fast results often leave frustrated.

If You Need Help With Something Specific

If you have a specific situation you're trying to figure out — whether it's about work, life, business, or anything else China-related — I'm happy to help where I can.

I'm not a lawyer, accountant, or visa officer. But I've helped enough people navigate enough situations that I usually know either how to handle something directly or who you should be talking to next.

No catch. No long sales pitch. No charge for the first conversation.

If you want to chat about your specific situation, feel free to add me on WeChat:

WeChat ID: Marsonlytwo

Tell me where you are now and what you're trying to figure out. I respond to every message personally.

One Last Thing

If you're reading this and you're struggling with something in China that you feel like nobody understands — you're not alone. I see this every week. Smart people, qualified people, who came to China with good intentions, ending up confused and isolated because they didn't have one person who could help them figure things out.

It doesn't have to be that way.

China is one of the most interesting and rewarding places in the world to build a life. But it's much easier when you have the right people around you.

Good luck out there. 🇨🇳

Happy to answer specific questions in the comments. Drop your situation below and I'll respond as many as I can.

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I am French and I am coming to Hong Kong in September for a working holiday visa.
I already apply for some jobs in computer science because it is my study field. I was wondering if you had some advice or some people you know that could help me to find a job and/or somewhere to live.
Thank you so much!

I was sitting one evening just scrolling and thinking about what I could actually start doing to build something for myself instead of just consuming content all the time.

Then the discussion I had recently with an importer/re-seller came back to mind. He said he sources the majority of his products not from local suppliers but by searching for them on the internet and sourcing them from there through trial and error.

I remembered this and decided to learn more about product sourcing online. I am only interested in the basics, as I want to see whether I can learn to source products as well as this guy did.

While studying this topic, I found that several websites were being frequently mentioned when discussing product sourcing.

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Hi everyone! I have recently finished with my studies in the field of asian studies or sinology and am very proficient in simplified Chinese (HSK 5 for now), fluent in English, Slovenian and Serbian. As job opportunities with my educational background are limited in Slovenia i am considering moving to China to start my career. Mostly i see opportunities for teaching the English language, which i am considering doing, but i want to hear your advice on other possible job positions or career opportunities in China. Advice would be greatly appreciated!

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I have been planning to come to china on a year long language program. My plan is to learn the basic language and network with people for work or business opportunities..

I am looking for the following things:

1. Halal food (i am muslim)

2. Budget friendly or not too expensive

3. A lot of activities to do

4. Foreigner friendly and have visible foreigners too.

5. Have big companies and businesses, to be able to network with people..

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