厚植现代化建设人才基础

Core Viewpoint - Talent is identified as the primary resource for economic and social development, with a focus on enhancing both the quantity and quality of talent to support modernization and national rejuvenation [1][2][3]. Group 1: Talent Development and Economic Transition - The traditional demographic dividend is diminishing, but a talent dividend is emerging, with over 800 million people of working age and more than 250 million individuals having received higher education, indicating significant potential for resource conversion [2][3]. - The transition from factor-driven to innovation-driven economic growth necessitates continuous improvement in talent quality to sustain economic growth and foster new productive forces [2][3]. Group 2: Systematic Approach to Talent Dividend - Accelerating the release of the talent dividend requires a comprehensive approach that spans public education, vocational training, health, and the overall talent environment [4][5]. - Higher education plays a crucial role in cultivating high-level talent, with China having the largest higher education system globally, yet there is a need to increase the proportion of research-oriented universities [4]. Group 3: Skills and Health Enhancement - The number of skilled workers has increased, exceeding 200 million, but high-skilled talent remains insufficient, constituting only about 8% of the total workforce, highlighting a gap compared to developed countries [5]. - Health is a critical indicator of human capital, with significant improvements in health metrics, such as maternal and child mortality rates, indicating a need for continued investment in public health and wellness [6]. Group 4: Optimizing Talent Environment - Creating a high-quality talent development ecosystem is essential for unleashing creative potential, with ongoing reforms aimed at enhancing talent cultivation, utilization, and incentives [7]. - Addressing issues such as uniform talent evaluation and incentive mechanisms is necessary to foster an environment that respects labor, knowledge, and innovation, thereby enhancing the overall talent dividend [7].