China is gearing up for a significant increase in its pool of college graduates, with projections indicating an addition of 430,000 graduates in 2025. This surge will elevate the total number of graduates to 12.22 million, as per official data released on Thursday.
To address the challenges of a competitive job market, the Chinese government has rolled out a series of initiatives aimed at supporting graduates. The Ministry of Education has emphasized aligning talent development with the dynamic needs of the economy and society. This includes the release of talent demand reports and lists pinpointing sectors experiencing shortages of skilled workers.
Universities are being urged to refine their academic programs through a new "red-yellow card" alert system. This system will monitor and make necessary adjustments to programs that result in graduates facing low employment prospects, ensuring that educational offerings remain relevant to current job market demands.
In addition to optimizing education, China is encouraging graduates to pursue flexible employment opportunities and entrepreneurship. The focus is on harnessing potential in emerging industries such as the digital economy, green economy, silver economy, and low-altitude economy. To support aspiring entrepreneurs, local governments and universities are implementing policies like tax reductions and financial assistance, alongside providing targeted services to help commercialize innovations.
Since September, China has hosted over 55,000 job fairs nationwide, creating an impressive 10.93 million job opportunities for graduates. These efforts reflect China's commitment to fostering a robust and adaptable workforce ready to thrive in a rapidly evolving economic landscape.
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China to see an increase of 430,000 college graduates in 2025
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