Jimmy White

English professional snooker player Jimmy White, nicknamed "The Whirlwind", has recently become a resident of Hong Kong. He obtained his Hong Kong identity card and established residency through the Quality Migrant Admission Scheme. This move is part of a broader initiative by Hong Kong to attract global talent. White has expressed his intention to establish a snooker academy in the city, aiming to develop and nurture local snooker talent. The Hong Kong Immigration Department confirmed his residency, highlighting the city's appeal beyond just tax benefits, citing public safety, transport, and education as factors. White's relocation and plans for an academy make him a current news figure in Hong Kong's talent attraction efforts and the sport's development in the region.