China’s State Council has called on government agencies to adopt measures to reduce job losses associated with artificial intelligence (AI). The guidelines were released on Friday (23) and provide for actions to address the technology’s impacts on the labor market.
The plan includes risk monitoring, support for professional repositioning, and worker training. The document also provides for measures against discrimination, fraud in selection processes, and privacy violations in the use of algorithms.
Workers affected by automation may receive training, career guidance, and job referrals. – Image: Tapati Rinchumrus/Shutterstock
Government seeks to anticipate layoff risks
The guidelines recommend that public agencies monitor the risks of AI-related job losses and develop contingency plans to deal with potential impacts.
For projects that cause significant changes in the labor market, the government should support career transitions for affected professionals. The guidance also seeks to expand the technology’s positive effects on employment, creating new job opportunities and better working conditions.
New rules combat data abuse in AI-driven employee management and monitoring. Image: Moor Studio/iStock
Rules for the use of AI
The government also intends to establish rules for the use of artificial intelligence in human resources management. The measures should combat illegal practices related to the misuse of algorithms, such as discrimination in hiring, fraud in selection processes, and privacy violations.
The guidelines instruct public agencies to monitor the impact of AI on employment, support affected workers, and curb abuses in the use of technology.
Valdir Antonelli is a journalist specializing in digital marketing and consumer affairs.
