A Four-Step Artificial Intelligence Strategy for Graduates from Hong Kong
The Hong Kong government has announced a comprehensive plan to mitigate the initial shock caused by artificial intelligence in the labor market and to support recent graduates.
Hong Kong has announced a four-step talent ladder strategy to support recent graduates against the impacts of artificial intelligence technology on the job market and to cultivate industry leaders.
Artificial Intelligence and Entry-Level Jobs
Permanent Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry Kevin Choi Kit-ming stated that the success of artificial intelligence in routine tasks creates a real entry-level shock for recent graduates.
Society-Wide Digital Literacy
Instead of shielding young people from technology, the government aims to increase overall digital literacy by investing in artificial intelligence on a population scale.
First Steps of the Talent Ladder
In the first stage of the strategy, the goal is to remove barriers to accessing artificial intelligence tools and to enhance workforce skills through large-scale training programs.
Practical Innovation and Ecosystem
While the second step plans to transform active learners into practical innovators, the third step aims to establish an ecosystem that creates synergy between research and industry.
Governance and Internship Opportunities
Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu announced that a governance framework will be developed to combat artificial intelligence crimes and that 30,000 internship positions will be offered within two years.