Nadya Aranda from Colombia came to Tianjin to study for a master’s degree in English education and literature via Chinese government in 2019. She enjoyed life as a foreign student - taking calligraphy classes, learning about Peking Opera, and attending campus activities. During the epidemic outbreak, she learned how to shop online and got her COVID-19 vaccine. …

Shin Kwang Yong from the Republic of Korea (ROK), is a professor at Nankai University in Tianjin. Having lived in China for nearly 30 years, Shin said Tianjin abounds in historical and cultural resources, as well as scenic spots. Residents living in Tianjin can enjoy both high-speed development and relaxed way of life. …

Joseph Shumway, an obstetrician and gynecologist from the United States, said Tianjin is “remarkable”, “family-centered” and safe. In his eyes, as a modern efficient metropolis, Tianjin is well-poised to grow greatly and become “a world center of art and a world center of culture”. …

Kenji Takahashi, chief representative of the Liaison Office for Kobe-Tianjin Trade-Economic Exchanges, said he will continue to make efforts to facilitate two cities’ cooperation in healthcare, ICT, port communication and other economic areas, as well as make new contributions to development and residents' lives in both cities and create more breakthroughs. …

Handiso Selamu Yisihak, an Ethiopian student pursuing a PhD in artificial intelligence and industrial robotics, thinks that Luban Workshop has provided well-educated experience and talented people who are urgently needed in Africa. …

Tianjin recently released the Tianjin Insight series, which presents a panoramic view of the port city’s evolution and achievements through the eyes of expats living in the city. …