Shanghai looks to lure young overseas scientists

Shanghai is looking to recruit more young scientists from abroad as part of the city's efforts to become a global leader in technology and innovation.

To achieve the goal, Shanghai Science and Technology Commission announced two projects to facilitate international science and talent exchanges on Aug 25.

An international exchange program for young scientists from countries and regions involved in China's Belt and Road Initiative is being launched to attract scientists aged under 45 to conduct research at universities and institutes in Shanghai.

Scientists that have worked full-time in the metropolis for at least a year will be entitled to receive financial support under the program.

The other project is designed to encourage the establishment of international joint laboratories in Shanghai.

Each laboratory is expected to receive a subsidy of no more than 1.5 million yuan ($226,750). The laboratories receiving funding will be assessed based on the number and quality of papers they publish.