In order to promote Hong Kong's integration into the development of the mainland and the Greater Bay Area, new policies have been frequently introduced in recent years. The All-China Youth Federation has also launched eight initiatives to benefit Hong Kong's youth, covering academics, employment, entrepreneurship, internships, etc. Zhang Zhihua, Youth Affairs Minister of the Liaison Office of the Central People's Government, described it as a "big gift package" sent by the central government. Xu Yingwei, Secretary for Home Affairs of Hong Kong Cherish the opportunity and be prepared. Some human resources consultants said that if you plan to participate in the program, you should be prepared to accept the new culture with an open mind.
The All-China Youth Federation, with the support of the central government, has launched 8 measures to promote the integration of Hong Kong youth into national development. Yesterday, the Chinese and Hong Kong authorities held a "Lecture on the Central Government's Measures to Benefit Hong Kong Youth" to explain and share relevant measures. Measures related to internships, work and entrepreneurship include providing 15,000 mainland internship positions, 30,000 mainland exchange opportunities, 12,000 jobs, and supporting no less than 120 Hong Kong and Macao youth entrepreneurship projects within five years. Internship institutions include state agencies, central enterprises, financial institutions, etc. In terms of education, young people can apply for scholarships such as the "National Upward-looking Youth" and the "Zhong Nanshan Youth Science and Technology Innovation Award", and also provide more opportunities to participate in national youth science and technology competitions. In the Greater Bay Area, the "12355" service hotline for Hong Kong and Macao youth has been opened, and physical service agencies have been recommended to provide support for Hong Kong and Macao youth to integrate into the Greater Bay Area. Zhang Zhihua described it as a "big gift package" and believed that the biggest opportunity for Hong Kong youth lies in integrating into the overall development of the country. He also hopes that the Hong Kong government will also allocate more resources and provide more supporting measures to coordinate.
Xu Yingwei pointed out that thanks to the support of all parties in Hong Kong from the central government, the measures launched by the All-China Youth Federation to benefit Hong Kong youth include various areas of concern to Hong Kong youth. They are timely and relevant. We hope that Hong Kong youth will cherish them, cultivate diversified skills, develop academic careers, and establish correct values. and positive thinking.
E-commerce logistics finance is more popular
Watson Workplace Consulting Director Sun Limin pointed out that in the past, he observed that some young Hong Kong people had established views on the mainland, such as being incompatible with the accent, clothing, and living habits of the mainland people; they also believed that those who could work in large companies were because of the "rich second generation" or Relying on privileges, they are also worried that the mainland workplace culture makes it difficult to express their opinions, and the new plan is an opportunity for them to increase their understanding and exchanges with the mainland. He continued that many local companies have connections and business dealings in the mainland. Hong Kong youth internships in the mainland can build connections and accumulate experience. They will also have advantages whether they develop in Hong Kong or the mainland in the future, and the e-commerce, logistics, finance and telecommunications industries also More "popular". For young people who are interested in participating in internships in the Mainland, he believes that psychological preparation is the most important. They should be open-minded to adapt to the new culture and not "bury" their existing thinking or hearing ideas. In addition, they should have basic communication skills in Mandarin and skills according to professional needs. Keep up with the level and learn more when necessary.
Pan Xuezhi, co-convenor (research) of Democratic Ideas, said that according to past polls, many young people are unwilling to consider working or interning in the Greater Bay Area, but he believes that young people’s attitudes are changing quickly. He explained that before the Greater Bay Area policy was introduced, most young people did not understand the mainland, and fewer people considered working in the mainland. However, after the policy was introduced, the number of people who changed their mentality increased, and then fell back after the social incidents in 2019. Larger ups and downs. With the introduction of new measures this time, he believes that it will increase the interest of young people, especially college students, in pursuing careers in the Mainland. Based on past surveys, about 30% of people are willing to work in the Mainland. It is estimated that this may increase to 40% after the new measures are implemented.
