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China’s New ’K Visa’ Challenges U.S. Dominance in Attracting STEM Talent
China’s New ’K Visa’ Challenges U.S. Dominance in Attracting STEM Talent
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China has unveiled a strategic immigration pivot with its new 'K visa' program, directly targeting young STEM professionals disillusioned by America's tightening H-1B policies. The initiative eliminates traditional barriers—no employer sponsorship or pre-arranged job required—contrasting sharply with the U.S. system's lottery-based hurdles and $100,000 annual employer fees imposed under recent reforms.
Indian graduates, who secured 71% of H-1Bs last year, now face a compelling alternative. "This isn't just policy—it's geopolitical signaling," observes immigration attorney Matt Mauntel-Medici. Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's critique of U.S. visa costs underscores the growing tension as tech giants grapple with talent pipelines.
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