Hong Kong Prioritizes Local Employment Amid Forecasted Manpower Shortage
Hong Kong's Approach to Manpower Shortages
Hong Kong is addressing a forecasted manpower shortage of 180,000 employees by 2028, while reaffirming its commitment to local employment. Labour Secretary Chris Sun Yuk-han has emphasized that the city will continue to focus on developing its workforce and attract skilled foreign workers.
Encouraging Youth in Greater Bay Area
Sun stated that encouraging young people to engage in the Greater Bay Area economy will not worsen the manpower shortage, but instead provide valuable experiences that could lead back to opportunities in Hong Kong.
Employer Strategies Under Enhanced Labour Scheme
- Employers must conduct a four-week local recruitment exercise for each worker they intend to import.
- The government plans to review the Enhanced Supplementary Labour Scheme to enhance its effectiveness.
Future Workforce Considerations
The coming years will see changing dynamics in the workforce, influenced by technological developments and artificial intelligence, as seen in statements by lawmaker Duncan Chiu.
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