Core Viewpoint - The development of localized talent in countries along the "Belt and Road" is essential for deepening cooperation and ensuring high-quality development, with vocational education playing a crucial role in addressing development challenges and innovating talent cultivation models [1][2]. Group 1: Talent Cultivation Strategies - The focus on goal-oriented talent cultivation aims to meet the new demands of various countries, ensuring that the training of localized talent aligns with the development needs of "Belt and Road" countries for mutual benefit and long-term collaboration [1][2]. - Customized training for practical professionals is essential to meet the needs of Chinese enterprises operating abroad, emphasizing deep integration of industry and education to enhance the coupling of education, talent, industry, and innovation [1][2]. - Establishing a collaborative international talent cultivation system with overseas partner institutions through joint programs, credit recognition, and resource sharing is vital for improving the quality of international talent training [2][3]. Group 2: Addressing Challenges in Talent Development - The challenges of mechanism integration, curriculum coherence, and resource convergence must be addressed to optimize talent cultivation models, as highlighted in the "Education Strong Nation Construction Plan Outline (2024-2035)" [2][3]. - The MOST talent cultivation model developed by Yangzhou Industrial Vocational Technical College includes a management community, operational mechanisms, support systems, and talent training, with active participation from government, industry associations, enterprises, and educational institutions [3][4]. - A three-dimensional curriculum system that integrates vocational skills, Chinese language, and cultural education is essential to overcome language barriers and cultural differences in localized talent training [3][4]. Group 3: Enhancing Talent Quality and Impact - A multi-channel growth pathway that includes digital classrooms, internships, social practices, and international competitions is crucial for providing comprehensive resources and platforms for overseas localized skilled talent [4][5]. - The effectiveness of localized talent cultivation should be measured by employment quality, with mechanisms for tracking feedback and dynamic evaluation to adjust training programs accordingly [4][5]. - The success of talent cultivation should translate into tangible contributions to local industry development, emphasizing the "seed effect" through the cultivation of local teachers and outstanding students [5][6].

Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the successful implementation of the WAS project in Saudi Arabia by Sinopec Nanjing Engineering Company, emphasizing the importance of local talent and the company's commitment to localization in its operations [1][5][7]. Group 1: Project Development - The WAS project, located in the northern Saudi town of Turayf, has been under construction for nine months and is expected to significantly enhance local phosphate production capacity [1]. - The project is characterized by efficient operations, with local engineers like Mudhaheer actively coordinating logistics and material transportation [1]. Group 2: Local Talent Engagement - Mudhaheer, a Saudi engineer, joined Sinopec Nanjing Engineering in 2018 and has played a crucial role in optimizing procurement strategies, transitioning from decentralized to centralized purchasing to address logistical challenges [2]. - The company has successfully integrated local Saudi employees into various roles, with Saudi nationals now making up 20% of the workforce in overseas projects, and some positions exceeding 60% [5]. Group 3: Training and Development Initiatives - In May 2023, Sinopec Nanjing Engineering signed a memorandum of cooperation with Saudi Aramco's Maharat training center to enhance local talent development [7]. - Since 2020, the partnership has created over 300 job opportunities for Saudi youth and facilitated the training of 33 outstanding Saudi students at Nanjing University of Posts and Telecommunications [7].