Why China ③ | Why are more international students choosing to study in China?

Chongqing - As China's 2026 "Two Sessions" get underway, international voices are sharing their perspectives on the country through the #WhyChina campaign launched by the Western China International Communication Organization. The online initiative, hosted on global social media platforms such as Facebook and X, invites foreign scholars, global key opinion leaders (KOLs), community opinion leaders (COLs), and overseas netizens to share their experiences with China.

For many young people around the world, China’s rapid development and expanding opportunities are becoming a powerful attraction. In Chongqing, international students have found their own answers.

It is the steadily improving modern education system, the inclusive and welcoming social environment, and the highly attractive cost of living that make studying here both practical and inspiring. Universities provide strong academic resources and global perspectives, while the city itself offers a vibrant lifestyle where tradition and modernity coexist.

From academic classrooms to the lively streets of this mountain city, China is opening its doors wider to the world. Through the voices of international students, we can see a dynamic and evolving country—full of energy, opportunity, and connection.