Core Insights - The Beijing Municipal Human Resources and Social Security Bureau and the Beijing Talent Work Bureau released the "Beijing International Professional Qualification Recognition Directory (2025 Edition)" at the 2025 China International Service Trade Fair, increasing the total recognized international qualifications from 149 to 163 [1][2] Group 1: International Qualification Directory - The 2025 edition includes 163 recognized international professional qualifications, comprising 143 from the international qualification list, 9 from the urgent and scarce qualification list, and 11 from the overseas professional certification list [1] - Among the 9 urgent and scarce qualifications, the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) has been included this year, alongside qualifications in engineering technology [1][2] Group 2: Support for Talent Development - The CFA Institute reported nearly 200,000 CFA holders globally, with over 9,000 in China, and those with 10 years of experience can enjoy services corresponding to senior professional titles in Beijing [2] - To ensure the effective implementation of the 2025 directory, the Beijing Municipal Human Resources and Social Security Bureau is collaborating with various departments to provide tailored services for different types of certified talents and employer needs, including work residence permits and expedited work permit processes [2] Group 3: Progress in Qualification Recognition - Beijing's initiative for international professional qualification recognition began in 2021, achieving one-way recognition of overseas high-level qualifications in 2023, and aims for a breakthrough to mutual recognition by 2024 [2] - As of August this year, over 7,000 instances of international qualification verification services have been provided to more than 2,700 enterprises in Beijing [2]