Talent fuels development push in Sichuan capital

Talent plays no small role in Chengdu's drive to become an economic power with international influence, according to local officials.

"Chengdu is a city of inclusiveness and vigor, and so it's talent-attraction strategy is comprehensive," said Ji Jianxin, an executive from Chengdu Di'ao Group.

Two of Ji's employees were enrolled in the city's top talent programs last year.