Jennifer Pak

Jennifer Pak, a Marketplace China correspondent, reports on a robotics upskilling school in Nanjing tackling China's workforce challenge. She highlights hands-on training where students program robotic arms, bridging the gap in automation skills. The discussion touches on the shift towards technology as young workers shy away from traditional factory jobs. Student success stories showcase impressive job placements, while the school faces hurdles like selective admissions and a low high-school completion rate in China.

Jennifer Pak, the Marketplace China correspondent, explores a cutting-edge robotics upskilling school in Nanjing. She reveals how the school trains students to program robotic arms, equipping them with vital skills as China pushes for advanced manufacturing. The conversation dives into the growing reluctance of youth to pursue traditional factory jobs, while demand for automation engineers soars. With over 95% job placement rates, this school is addressing the workforce shortage amidst China's economic slowdown, bridging the gap between education and industry needs.

Jennifer Pak, Marketplace's Shanghai correspondent, discusses China's new K-visa aimed at attracting global STEM graduates for research and businesses. With the U.S. tightening H-1B visas, analysts suggest that America’s loss could benefit China. However, there’s significant backlash within China, especially on social media, where posts from Indian users sparked anger and xenophobic remarks. Additionally, rising youth unemployment raises concerns about job competition, complicating the K-visa's rollout.