Enterprising people

At present, 1.75 million people in Wenzhou are doing business or running enterprises in various parts of China, while 630,000 are engaged business in other countries. The city has a big expatriate community in almost every corner in the world. In their adopted countries, such as in Europe and the United States, Wenzhou's people enjoy a reputation as enterprising due to their retail and restaurants acumen. They have established more than 230 overseas Chinese associations that together form a global business network. The links help Wenzhou people look outward.

"With a long history and as the birthplace of many outstanding people, Wenzhou is renowned for entrepreneurship. The longstanding Ouyue culture has nurtured Wenzhou people pioneering spirit and contributed to the city's rapid social and economic development," said Cai Yuanqiang, president of Wenzhou University.