100-day countdown to WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 begins

english.shanghai.gov.cn| June 16, 2026

The countdown to the 48th WorldSkills Competition has entered the final 100 days. On June 14, the WorldSkills community marked the milestone as Shanghai prepares to host the event from Sept 22 to 27.

More than 1,400 of the world's top young skilled professionals from over 70 countries and regions are expected to compete across 64 skills. The event will showcase excellence, innovation, and craftsmanship, bringing together top global talent on a world stage and highlighting Shanghai's role in shaping a skills-driven future.