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"Some parents consider staying in China as a better choice for their children, and such overseas study tours are more about qualities beyond learning by the books," says Chen Jingjing, Chiu's co-worker from English First.

According to China's Ministry of Education, over 80 percent of Chinese students who studied abroad returned to China in 2016.

Being the world's second-largest economy, China is hungry for talent in all aspects.

According to the Outline of China's National Plan for Medium and Long-Term Education Reform and Development (2010-20) issued by the Education Ministry in July 2010, China called for more international communication and cooperation to give the country's youth international horizons, making them better understand international rules.

The ministry also encourages primary and middle schools to put short study tours in student curricula.