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China Targets 1 Million Youth for AI, Robotics Upskilling

5/2/2026

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China’s Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security pledged to upskill 1 million young people in robotics, AI and advanced manufacturing.
The ministry will encourage graduates to return to schools, launch six study-internship programmes and urge regional authorities to set up technical classes targeting unemployed graduates seeking jobs in new industries.
The plan has drawn scepticism online among young people facing a tight job market.

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China’s Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security pledged to upskill 1 million young people in robotics, AI and advanced manufacturing.
The ministry will encourage graduates to return to schools, launch six study-internship programmes and urge regional authorities to set up technical classes targeting unemployed graduates seeking jobs in new industries.
The plan has drawn scepticism online among young people facing a tight job market.