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China Boosts Jobs Amid AI Challenges with New Initiatives
1/28/2026
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- China's Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security (MHRSS) announced enhanced employment support policies amid AI-related job market challenges.
- The urban unemployment rate was 5.2% in 2025.
- Over 12 million new jobs were created.
- The MHRSS organized numerous job fairs and training sessions targeting advanced manufacturing and the digital economy.
- Future actions will include job-matching events, expanded recruitment for graduates, and innovative job fair formats.
