Kamran Vossoughi, president and CEO of Michelin China [Photo provided to China Daily]

Shanghai is a window into a China that is open to the world. Shanghai is the place where East meets West, and where China meets the world. Shanghai culture is amazing, and the city is filled with smart people, dynamic interactions, a willingness to move and an appetite for being modern while embracing diversity and creating a business friendly environment. Shanghai is a people-centric city. I stayed in Shanghai during the pandemic and my perception and love of the city has changed as I experienced a city that cares about its citizens regardless of their nationality and origin. I felt protected and safe during the crisis. I was very touched when Shanghai set up a hotline for foreigners to help them during the crisis.

Shanghai is a big city in the world. While it is deeply rooted in Chinese culture, Shanghai has also moved with the times and became a modern metropolis. From doing sports and running on Bund to traditional Chinese art or modern Western art museums, every activity is feasible in Shanghai. What I like the most are the traditional wet markets, restaurants offering various dishes and the numerous cultural activities that are available here.