Core Viewpoint - Hainan is actively implementing a talent-driven strategy to accelerate the development of a talent-rich environment, essential for the construction of its free trade port [11]. Group A: Talent Attraction - The second China (Hainan) Talent Exchange Conference attracted over 330 employers offering more than 10,000 quality job positions, signaling Hainan's strong demand for talent [11]. - Since 2018, Hainan has introduced 1.03 million various talents, with over 90% being young talents aged 45 and below, and nearly 70% in the four leading industries [16]. - Hainan is implementing an open talent mechanism to support the construction of the free trade port [10]. Group B: Talent Development - Hainan has seen a 95.54% increase in new doctoral candidates, with the number exceeding 300 for the first time in 2023, ranking first in the nation [17]. - The province has invested over 320 million yuan to support over 1,300 talents in green low-carbon, biotechnology, and new energy sectors [17]. - The "Nanhai Talent Project" and "Nanhai New Star Project" are initiatives aimed at fostering innovation and entrepreneurship among young talents [17]. Group C: Talent Utilization - Hainan has dispatched 520 talent commissioners to key ports, parks, enterprises, and grassroots units to facilitate the integration of talent into the development of the free trade port [18]. - The province has developed a "talent empowerment" list to grant more autonomy to employers, enhancing the efficiency of talent utilization [19]. - Hainan has achieved significant advancements in research and development, with the number of R&D personnel increasing from 27.2 per 10,000 employees in 2019 to 63.4 in 2023 [20]. Group D: Talent Retention - Hainan has implemented a series of supportive policies to enhance the sense of belonging and integration for talents, including a "single window" service for talent-related matters [21]. - The province has streamlined the process for foreign talents to work in China, reducing processing times by 72% [21]. - Hainan's commitment to providing a supportive environment for talents has led to successful collaborations and research initiatives in various fields [21].