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Xiaomi's Factory Tours Surge Amid Manufacturing Skills Shortage

12/11/2025

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Factory tours in China are rising, with bookings for Xiaomi's car production line surpassing 150,000 from April–June 2025.
The tours aim to spark interest in science and technology among youth and generate revenue for businesses.
The manufacturing sector faces 30 million vacancies by 2025, prompting government vocational training.
The industrial tourism market is projected to grow 18% annually and could exceed 300 billion yuan by 2029.

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Story summary

Factory tours in China are rising, with bookings for Xiaomi's car production line surpassing 150,000 from April–June 2025.
The tours aim to spark interest in science and technology among youth and generate revenue for businesses.
The manufacturing sector faces 30 million vacancies by 2025, prompting government vocational training.
The industrial tourism market is projected to grow 18% annually and could exceed 300 billion yuan by 2029.