Episode 21

The podcast explores the experience of relocating from the U.S. to China, focusing on the financial and economic aspects of living and working in Shanghai. Sagar, a finance professional who moved back to China after a decade in the U.S., shares his insights on the cost of living, the challenges of navigating daily life without a Chinese ID, and the nuances of China's financial system. The conversation touches on the contrasts between COVID restrictions in both countries and the difficulties foreigners face when seeking employment in China. Sagar also discusses the potential for Shanghai to become a global financial hub, hindered by technological gaps and regulatory hurdles, while highlighting the unique opportunities for those with international experience to contribute to China's expanding global presence.