New data from the Chinese mainland’s National Bureau of Statistics shows that the employment landscape remains remarkably stable despite a seasonal fluctuation during the Spring Festival holiday period. The surveyed urban unemployment rate averaged 5.3% in the first two months of 2025, maintaining last year’s level while experiencing a slight rise from 5.2% in January to 5.4% in February.
NBS spokesperson Fu Linghui explained that such fluctuations are customary during the January-February period, when holiday activities temporarily impact labor market dynamics. Underlying these numbers are broad-based efforts to stimulate domestic demand, upgrade traditional industries, and foster emerging sectors that serve as a strong foundation for job growth.
In the face of a complex international environment and an economic recovery that is still gaining momentum, authorities in the Chinese mainland have set an ambitious target: maintaining an urban unemployment rate around 5.5% for 2025 while creating over 12 million new urban jobs. This employment-first approach is further reinforced by measures that refine the use of funds and resources to support a resilient workforce, promising a more robust economic outlook.
These developments resonate with a diverse, globally connected audience—from young global citizens and business enthusiasts to thought leaders and digital nomads—highlighting real-world strategies that drive sustainable economic growth and job creation.
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