Why startup founders flock to tech-friendly Shenzhen

When Chen Ning returned to the country to get his startup going, he had to share an office with another maker, but two years later he has an office of more than 1,000 square meters with about 100 employees in Shenzhen.

Chen said: "The attraction of Shenzhen is the city's recognition of new technology." It was willing to provide resources to try out Chen's product, an opportunity he cherished the most.

Technology is one of the most important advantages of many overseas returnee entrepreneurs, he said.