Nation takes top spot at global skills competition

A significant highlight of the evening was the ceremonial handover of the WorldSkills flag. China's Minister of Human Resources and Social Security Wang Xiaoping and Shanghai Mayor Gong Zheng accepted the flag from the WorldSkills Lyon 2024 organizing committee. This marked the official start of the "China era" and the "Shanghai chapter" of WorldSkills, as Shanghai prepares to host the 48th competition in 2026.

Shanghai also put on a captivating cultural performance during the ceremony, blending modern and traditional elements, and setting an inspiring tone for the next competition.