Mainland China’s art grads sculpt career ‘passports’ in Hong Kong

Due to funding and hiring freezes in European art programs, mainland Chinese art graduates are increasingly choosing Hong Kong over Europe for further study and career opportunities. These graduates, like art trader Chen Zixin, see Hong Kong as a place to gain exposure to Western culture while remaining close to mainland China, where they ultimately hope to work. This shift is driven by growing enthusiasm for art in mainland China and Hong Kong's efforts to expand its economy beyond finance into the art sector. The expectation of quick profits in the art market is also a motivating factor for these graduates. Many believe Hong Kong provides a strategic advantage for their future careers.

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