Tips for foreign youngsters wanting to come to China

Gary Li: I think the large cities in China are certainly good places for young people to come and experience a dynamic stage of their careers, but they need to be committed and be willing to face some challenges. Living in China is not a smooth ride or a long holiday but a real challenge to someone who is used to the comforts of the West.

But for those who persevere it is immensely rewarding. I do think that in the large cities at least, the environment is fairly tolerant toward people of all races, gender and sexual orientations.

Raul Parra: For young people, you can learn Chinese here and stay as students.