September 14, Caixin reported that many primary schools in Guangzhou's Huangpu District have prematurely terminated contracts with non‑permanent teachers due to a decline in student enrollment, and the impact of low fertility is spreading to education positions.
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Several primary schools in Guangzhou dismiss contract teachers early due to declining enrollment
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