This chapter explores the process and significance of officially recognizing new occupations in China, including the criteria for inclusion in the occupation classification dictionary. It discusses the societal impacts, benefits for individuals, and evolving job standards, using examples like livestreamers and ski patrol to illustrate changing career landscapes.
Bioengineering technician, oral health technician, cybersecurity inspector and smart vehicle examiner… China's Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security has released a list of 19 new occupations. These newly recognized jobs are not only fresh to our ears but more importantly, they point to the direction in which China's economy is evolving. On the show: Laiming, Niu Honglin & Li Yi