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China's Inner Mongolia grows into data center hub

Published 16 October 2026

China’s Inner Mongolia is emerging as a major data center hub, with cities like Ulanqab attracting technology giants including Huawei and Alibaba. Its cool climate and abundant wind and solar energy make the region an attractive location for data infrastructure, with more than 100 projects in development. The boom is also creating new career opportunities. Local authorities are expanding technical skills training to meet demand for data center maintenance professionals, helping young people enter the growing digital economy. Can data centers transform the future of employment in smaller cities? #China #InnerMongolia #DataCenters #Technology #Huawei #Alibaba #DigitalEconomy #TechJobs