Increase the interaction between China and Israel in science and technology innovation and talent exchange

Israel, known as the "innovative country" and the "second silicon valley", has achieved remarkable achievements and development speed in its high-tech industry. Israel's unique innovation concept is closely related to its long-term commitment to innovation driven development and efforts to build a "four in one" innovation ecosystem model of talent, concept, technology, and funding. Recently, the "Israel Blue Book: Israel Development Report (2022)" (hereinafter referred to as the "Report") jointly released by the Asian Research Institute of Zhengzhou University, the Israel Research Center of Henan University, and the Social Science Literature Publishing House believes that from the perspective of innovative talents, the performance of China and Israel in talent cultivation varies. Both countries have relatively sound talent cultivation and management systems, particularly in terms of their emphasis on education and investment in talent exploration. However, there is a significant gap between China and Israel in attracting and retaining talent, especially in terms of talent attractiveness, which has become the main obstacle to the current rise in talent index rankings. It is also a direction that should be given more attention and efforts in accelerating the construction of important talent centers and innovation highlands in the world in the future.

The exchange and cooperation of innovative talents between China and Israel is not only an important trend in innovation cooperation between China and Israel under the background of globalization, but also an important content of the comprehensive innovation partnership between the two countries. With the signing of the "China Israel Innovation Cooperation Action Plan (2022-2024)" between the two countries, China Israel innovation talent exchange and cooperation have ushered in new opportunities. The report shows that since the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Israel, political mutual trust between the two countries has been continuously strengthened, economic and trade cooperation has developed rapidly, innovative cooperation mechanisms have been continuously improved, and bilateral relations have been deepening. At the same time, due to cultural differences between the two countries, insufficient understanding of each other, and various factors such as international politics, economy, and the epidemic, the scale of international students on both sides is currently relatively small, and personnel mobility and exchanges are still not frequent enough. Deepening the exchange and cooperation of innovative talents still faces many challenges, and strengthening scientific and technological innovation and talent exchange is necessary, As well as continuously improving the innovation system and optimizing the innovation atmosphere, a large amount of cooperation is still needed.

Firstly, under the mechanism of the Joint Committee on Innovation Cooperation between China and Israel, both sides actively implement a more open policy for scientific and technological innovation cooperation. Strengthen communication and cooperation in technology development strategies, planning, policies, and international management. Actively breaking down barriers to talent mobility, while promoting high-quality economic and social development between the two countries, we will continue to strengthen innovative talent exchange and cooperation between the two countries. Effectively leverage the government's role as a "matchmaker and bridge" to provide information channels, high-quality platforms, and innovative policies for innovative cooperation and talent exchange between the two sides, and create a more open environment for talent exchange and cooperation.

Secondly, achieving mutual benefit and win-win situation between the two countries in scientific research cooperation. Expand the scale and fields of Sino Israeli scientific research cooperation, and promote the exchange and cultivation of innovative talents between China and Israel through joint laboratories and funding mechanisms. Expand cooperation in key areas of mutual interest between the two countries, such as modern agriculture, biopharmaceuticals, and public health. Further strengthen talent exchange and training between both sides, achieve mutual benefit and win-win situation, and deeply build a community of interests.

Thirdly, increase cooperation between enterprises and talents in innovation and entrepreneurship. Encourage Chinese enterprises to "go global" and establish research and development centers, innovation and entrepreneurship centers, etc. in Israel, to promote Chinese young talents to study and work in Israel; Continue to attract Israeli professional and technical talents to work and exchange in China. Actively create a favorable environment for innovation cooperation between enterprises in the two countries, establish various platforms for docking and exchanging innovative talents and projects, and promote communication and exchange between enterprises and technical teams in both countries. By continuously optimizing the innovation and entrepreneurship environment, actively attracting talents from various fields in both countries for innovation and entrepreneurship. Explore new models of talent exchange and cooperation around innovation and entrepreneurship, strengthen communication, exchange, and feedback in talent training, talent exchange, and continuously improve the quality and level of cooperation.

Fourthly, actively promote innovative talents and cultural exchanges. Design more practical Sino Israeli innovative talent exchange and cooperation projects to promote extensive exchanges of talents at all levels and fields. Carry out more scientific and cultural exchanges between Chinese and Israeli youth, creating more opportunities for Israeli young talents, renowned scholars, and others to come to China for research, training, participation, and visits. Taking the interconnected partnership as a foothold, we will carry out various forms of cultural and cultural exchanges, promote mutual learning and mutual learning between the two civilizations, deepen cooperation between the two countries in cultural, livelihood, social and other fields, and further consolidate the foundation of folk exchanges, vigorously promote the dissemination of the language and culture of China and Israel, and achieve cultural interaction.