Conditions ripe for international students to return to China

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In addition, he thinks that Mandarin is becoming a language everyone should learn, just like China is a country everyone should visit.

"What has impressed me most is the kindness of the people and their ability to make you feel welcome," he said.

"Chinese people are clear, practical and realistic. They respect all cultures and they understand how important mutual respect is between people from different backgrounds."

As China has some of the world's largest information and communications technology markets, the country can provide him with the opportunity to build a lucrative career and the skills to develop further within this critical and growing area, he said.

"With all that being said, I know people will come to China because it is the future — there is no better place to be right now if you want to make history."

Contact the writer at zoushuo@chinadaily.com.cn