AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoAI and Work: IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva warned AI could affect 40% of jobs worldwide, while offering a way to offset Asia’s ageing-workforce pressures. China’s Labour Market: China added 10.52 million urban jobs in January–September and plans more services-sector hiring measures. Draft gig-worker rules would require platforms to offer employment contracts and stronger protections. Skills and Livelihoods: AM/NS India signed a ₹240 crore agreement to upgrade five Surat government ITIs, with a focus on practical training and employability. India’s direct-selling sector supports 9.1 million active sellers, 47% women. Hiring Outlook: Hays reported permanent-placement fees down 7% in its latest quarter. India’s job postings fell 5%, but the country fared better than the global slowdown. Trade and Jobs: A UK business mission to India announced deals worth more than £1 billion, expected to support jobs and investment.
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