China is moving to address job displacement risks linked to artificial intelligence as automation expands across major industries. The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security said it will release a policy document later this year outlining measures to manage AI’s impact on employment.
The announcement follows rapid advances in autonomous driving and industrial automation, including expectations that Tesla’s Full Self-Driving system could soon be approved in China.
China will roll out policy measures aimed at addressing the impact of AI on jobs as rapid technological adoption has reshaped the country's labor market, according to the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security on Tuesday. pic.twitter.com/TAhKz4Qwm9
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Officials acknowledged that AI is replacing routine and repetitive roles, even as headline unemployment remains stable.
Companies such as Baidu have scaled up self-driving taxi services, while manufacturers report staff reductions tied to smart equipment adoption.
At the same time, new AI-related jobs are growing quickly. Data from recruitment firm Zhaopin show a sharp rise in demand for specialized technical roles.
Authorities said expanded vocational training and worker protections will be central to managing the transition.
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