Shanghai unveils visa, cash incentives for global content creators

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  Shanghai has unveiled a new policy package to establish itself as a global hub for high-quality Internet content creation,

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  offering financial incentives, streamlined visa processes,

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  and tech support to attract creators worldwide.

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  The 9-point policy package designates two downtown districts, Huangpu,

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  and Yangpu as pilot zones for global content creation clusters with top-performing platforms,

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  incubators,

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  and industrial parks eligible for an annual city-level reward of up to 10 million yuan about 1.4 million US dollars.

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  Foreign creators will benefit from expedited visas

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  while more cultural venues and landmarks will open their doors for content production.

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  Global creator forums and innovation competitions will be hosted within the pilot districts.

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  AI-driven content projects can receive capital support covering up to 30% of their costs

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  while individual creators may receive up to 100,000 yuan for standout works.

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  The package also includes low-interest loans,

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  shared workspaces, and talent housing to lower entry barriers.

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  Shanghai is set to streamline professional certification for content creators,

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  encourage platforms to participate in skills assessments, and enhance career development pathways.

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  The City will strengthen university industry internship pipelines within content hubs and include creators in talent award schemes.

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