Youth Employment and Education Crisis in Early 2025

The General Statistics Office (GSO) has recently unveiled its labor and employment report for the first quarter of 2025, highlighting a concerning trend among the youth population.

Key Findings: The report notes an increase of 84,400 young individuals neither employed nor in training compared to the previous quarter, though there's a slight year-on-year decrease of 66,900.

Urban vs. Rural Disparities

The disengagement rate is notably higher in rural areas at 11.7%, compared to 8.2% in urban settings. Gender disparities are also evident, with 11.5% of women and 9.3% of men affected.

Unemployment Rates and Sectoral Shifts

The unemployment rate for this demographic stands at 7.93%, showing minimal improvement from previous periods. The labor market dynamics reflect typical Lunar New Year trends, with shifts across sectors.

Workforce and Income Insights: The workforce aged 15 and over has grown to 52.9 million, with service sectors leading employment. Average incomes have seen a modest increase, with urban workers earning significantly more than their rural counterparts.