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The Extraordinary Journey of Jack Ma: From Humble Beginnings to Global Stardom and Political Turmoil

Early Life and Humble Beginnings in Hangzhou

Jack Ma’s path to becoming one of the most recognizable entrepreneurs in the world is anything but ordinary. Born in 1964 into a modest family in Hangzhou, China, Ma’s early years were marked by perseverance and resilience. Growing up amidst China's opening to the West, he developed a fascination with foreign cultures and the English language, often befriending tourists to practice speaking and to learn more about the world beyond his hometown.