News Highlights
According to the Ministry of Education, the number of 2025 university graduates is expected to reach 12.22 million, an increase of 430,000 year-on-year, marking a new record high. The government has launched a “100-Day Sprint for Employment Promotion” campaign, requiring local authorities and universities to strengthen job creation, subsidies, and career guidance.
Trend Insight
China has entered a “new normal” of ultra-large graduate cohorts. At the same time, economic restructuring and external pressures have placed additional strain on the labor market.
Implications for Students
Engage in internships early and seek overseas project experience to stand out from the large pool of job seekers.
Pay attention to skills demanded in emerging sectors such as the digital and green economy.
Implications for Educational Institutions and Companies
Leverage the peak graduate supply to attract young talent with global perspectives.
Cross-border internships and remote work models provide opportunities for Singaporean companies to lower costs while tapping into talent.
Reference
Reuters – China unveils new steps to aid employment amid trade tensions
https://www.reuters.com/markets/asia/china-unveils-new-steps-aid-employment-amid-trade-tensions-2025-07-09/?utm_source=chatgpt.com