BIDU(US:BIDU) Zheng Quan Shi Bao Wang·2025-07-07 07:49Group 1 - Baidu Maps has joined the "Youth Small Shop Model Plan," initiated by the China Youth Entrepreneurship and Employment Foundation and Du Xiaoman, to support young entrepreneurs through dedicated traffic assistance and business management tools [1][2] - The plan has expanded from offline empowerment to an online-offline integration phase, having launched in multiple cities including Hangzhou, Foshan, Lishui, Zhangjiakou, and Changsha since its inception in December 2024 [1] - The initiative has provided skills training, interest-free loans totaling 10.7 million yuan, and promotional support, benefiting over 600 young shop owners [2] Group 2 - Baidu Maps' involvement offers critical infrastructure support to small shops, addressing operational pain points by allowing them to gain visibility through a dedicated certification mark on the map [2] - The "Youth Small Shop Model Plan" aims to enhance the visibility and influence of small shops, attracting potential customers through specialized traffic exposure [2] - The collaboration between Baidu Maps, Du Xiaoman, and the China Youth Entrepreneurship and Employment Foundation is set to deepen, further stimulating innovation among small shop owners [2]