Expat association launched in Pudong

Thirty outstanding expatriates from various industries in Shanghai, and who are also residents of Pudong New Area, became the first batch of members of the Pudong Overseas Youth Association (POYA) during its unveiling ceremony last month.

POYA, founded by the Pudong New Area International Exchange Center and the Pudong Youth Federation, is a platform with which foreigners can use to learn more about Chinese culture, scientific innovations and the latest local policies.

Cultural events, workshops, seminars and other themed activities will be organized regularly for these foreign talent to meet and network, says Jiang Weiwei, director of Pudong New Area International Exchange Center.