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Hong Kong youth NEET rates rise amid job market mismatch

Hong Kong's youth are increasingly not in education, employment, or training (NEET), with rates hovering between 5.7% and 6.3% from 2023-2025. This trend is attributed to a mismatch in the job market, a decline in entry-level positions, and a relatively comfortable living environment for young people. Experts and lawmakers are calling for expanded training programs, particularly in artificial intelligence, and a review of existing youth schemes to address the issue. AI

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Hong Kong youth NEET rates rise amid job market mismatch

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Ambrose Li ·

    Why are fewer Hong Kong youth in education, work or training than Asian peers?

    A mismatch in the job market, declining demand for junior roles and relatively comfortable living conditions among Hong Kong’s youth have contributed to a higher share of young people not in education, employment or training (NEETs) compared with other Asian economies, observers …