In 2026, about 12.7 million university graduates will enter the Chinese labor market, which is more than the population of some European countries, including Belgium. In connection with such a sharp increase in the number of young specialists, the country’s authorities plan to more actively use artificial intelligence technologies to create new jobs, as well as launch large-scale internship and vocational training programs.
According to Bloomberg, this was stated by Chinese Minister of Human Resources and Social Security Wang Xiaoping during a press conference at the annual session of the National People’s Congress. According to her, artificial intelligence technologies are planned to be used to modernize traditional professions and find new areas of employment.
She also emphasized that increasing global uncertainty and other unpredictable factors create additional risks to employment stability. In response, the government plans to implement large-scale internship and training programs for young professionals to help them adapt to changes in the labor market.
The government intends to pay special attention to the development of professional skills in new sectors of the economy. Among the priority areas are the so-called “low-altitude economy”, the production of vehicles using new energy sources and artificial intelligence technology.
In addition, earlier this week the Chinese government announced plans to create more than 12 million new jobs in 2026. The authorities also intend to keep the average unemployment rate at around 5.5% from 2026 to 2030.
It was previously reported that the Chinese government is preparing to officially lower its GDP growth forecast, as the previous economic development model, which for decades was based on lending and large-scale construction, is gradually exhausting its potential. Key issues include a prolonged crisis in the real estate market, a record low birth rate, and a deflationary spiral that is negatively affecting consumer demand.
