The Evolution of China’s Foreign Talent Policy: the Case Study of Beijing

Abstract This paper aims to explore the evolution of China’s foreign talent policy (FTP) and factors that contribute those changes. Selecting Beijing as a case study, this explores Beijing’s FTP divides it into three periods (1949–1978; 1978–2000; 2000 until now). It argues at point when system becomes more institutionalized, simplified measures are adopted. In particular, applies three-tier framework detect contributing changes follows: (1) deregulation scientific educational systems, (2) emerging actors in institutional setting (Zhongguancun Science Park, private think tanks social groups), (3) market-oriented reform tools, e.g., permanent residence system.