He Lifeng Reportedly Warns Businesses Against Large-Scale Layoffs While Adopting AI

According to the Wall Street Journal, Vice Premier He Lifeng has warned businesses that large-scale layoffs are prohibited while adopting AI technology, though the situation is considered difficult to reverse.

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2026-10-14 17:11 · 10月13日华尔街日报报道，中国经济增长放缓叠加AI普及，1270万高校毕业生就业困难，青年失业率约19%，造就"失落的一代"。

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Sayings · 2026-10-14 17:01 On October 13, the Wall Street Journal reported that China's economic slowdown, combined with the spread of AI, has made it difficult for 12.7 million college graduates to find jobs, with a youth unemployment rate of about 19%, creating a "lost generation".

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