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UK expands Global Talent visa for researchers, opening more opportunities for Indians

The UK government has expanded its Global Talent visa scheme to allow more than 100 research-intensive businesses to sponsor some of the world's top scientists and engineers, a move that could create fresh opportunities for highly skilled Indian researchers and technology professionals seeking to work in Britain.

Under the expansion announced on Thursday, eligible researchers coming to the UK through the Global Talent visa's Endorsed Funder pathway can now be hosted by approved commercial research companies, in addition to universities and research institutes. The move is aimed at attracting global talent to support research and development in sectors such as artificial intelligence, life sciences, clean energy, advanced manufacturing and quantum technologies.

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