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CITY FOCUS
‘ A NEW TECHNOLOGY PARK WILL BECOME HOME TO MORE THAN 400 BUSINESSES DEDICATED TO DEVELOPING AND PERFECTING AI TECHNOLOGY FOR FUTURISTIC BIOMETRICS AND EVEN SELF-DRIVING VEHICLES ’
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Construction is thriving everywhere : infrastructure improvements are a government priority , and while agriculture remains a mainstay of the area ’ s employment market , urbanisation has opened up myriad opportunities for both local workers and for foreign nationals . Retail and tourism share a growing market . The large number of English schools and teaching programs testify to
China ’ s commitment to become a major player on the world stage . English speakers and teachers are welcomed in Beijing .
OLD AND NEW COLLIDE
Living in Beijing , as in most world-class cities , has both positives and negatives . For those on a singular career path , the Beijing experience can be a springboard to advancement , offering a distinct worldview and a global perspective on business , particularly technology .
JULY 2018