The total number of skilled workers in Shanghai has reached 4 million, with a yearly average increase of 10% in high-skilled workers with certificates.

In recent years, the total number of skilled talents in Shanghai has reached 4 million, with high-skilled talents holding vocational skills level certificates increasing by an average of 10% annually, accounting for over 35% of the total. On the morning of June 12, 2026, at a press conference held by the State Council Information Office, Chen Jie, Deputy Secretary of the Shanghai Municipal Party Committee and Deputy Mayor, mentioned the above information as the Vice Chairman of the 48th WorldSkills Competition Organizing Committee.