Group 1: Minimum Wage Impact - The minimum wage system can enhance residents' income through a "lighthouse effect," benefiting both low-income and higher-income groups, thus promoting income growth for the middle class and reducing poverty[4] - During the "12th Five-Year Plan" period (2011-2015), the average annual growth rate of minimum wage reached approximately 13%, coinciding with a 2.7 percentage point increase in labor compensation's share of GDP[4] - After 2015, the growth rate of minimum wage slowed to about 3.3% annually, leading to a decrease in labor compensation's share of GDP from 35.9% in 2015 to 29.3% in 2020[13] Group 2: Policy Recommendations - To stimulate consumption and counteract "involution," adjusting minimum wage is a key strategy, with several regions raising minimum wage by 7.6% to 14.2% in 2025[39] - Setting a minimum wage growth target above economic growth rates is recommended, aiming for a ratio of minimum wage to average wage and per capita GDP to reach around 50%[41] - Implementing a differentiated minimum wage system based on industry, occupation, and skill levels can better reflect the value of different jobs and attract talent[41] Group 3: International Comparisons - Globally, 90% of countries have established minimum wage systems, with 52% using a single minimum wage and 48% employing a multi-tiered system[24] - Germany serves as a model with a national minimum wage of €12.82 per hour in 2025, with specific industries having higher rates, such as €19.37 for educators and €15.50 for caregivers[38] - The relative minimum wage in many countries is about 52.3% of per capita GDP, indicating a correlation between economic development and minimum wage levels[30]

Core Viewpoint - The Zhejiang provincial government aims to reduce the "three major gaps" (urban-rural gap, regional gap, income gap) as a primary direction for promoting common prosperity, with a focus on stabilizing the middle-income group and ensuring the livelihood of low-income groups [4][5]. Group 1: Common Prosperity Initiatives - Lin'an has developed over 30 projects along eight paths for common prosperity, including "common prosperity jobs," "common prosperity loans," and "common prosperity production" [4][6]. - The "Common Prosperity Square" project, involving 101 economically weak villages, has created over 200 jobs and established a cooperative model with local financial institutions to support village development [6][7]. Group 2: Renewable Energy and Economic Empowerment - The "One Kilowatt of Solar Power per Person" initiative aims to install solar panels on rooftops, benefiting villagers financially through rental and additional subsidies [7][8]. - By June 2025, the solar project is expected to cover 270 villages and over 9,000 households, with a total connected capacity exceeding 140,000 kilowatts [8]. Group 3: Artisan and Employment Programs - The "Tianmu Seeking Craftsmen" initiative has identified 294 artisans and established 60 workshops, generating over 120 million yuan in sales and creating job opportunities for more than 2,900 individuals [10][11]. - The "Linli Good Housekeeping" platform has facilitated over 7,000 rural women in finding employment, generating an income of over 30 million yuan [11]. Group 4: Tourism and Local Economy - The "village operation" model has attracted 34 market-oriented teams to 36 villages, generating tourism revenue of 840 million yuan and increasing villagers' income by 49.95 million yuan [13]. - The "Tianmu Mountain Treasure" brand has achieved sales exceeding 350 million yuan, benefiting nearly 100,000 farmers [15]. Group 5: Healthcare Innovations - The "Tianmu Medical Enjoyment" program has provided medical services to over 569,000 people, with a focus on bringing quality healthcare to rural areas [16][18]. - Recent expansions include smart medical monitoring devices and a wider range of accessible medications, enhancing healthcare delivery in remote areas [17][18].

Group 1 - The "Qiao Dajie" common prosperity workshop has been providing handmade hats and slippers to elderly residents, helping over 300 women achieve employment and income growth in the community [1] - The workshop model emphasizes both material and spiritual prosperity, with a focus on expanding the middle class and uplifting the lower class, resulting in the establishment of 17 workshops that have helped over 600 individuals achieve local employment with an average monthly income increase of nearly 2000 yuan [1] Group 2 - The "Shangcheng Youpin" common prosperity workshop has developed a business model that connects party organizations, enterprises, farmers, and live-streaming hosts, generating over 700,000 yuan in revenue through online sales of local products [2] - The "Fuyuan Qizhi" workshop provides rehabilitation training and skills development for special groups, helping participants earn nearly 600 yuan per month through the sale of handmade products, while also aiding their social reintegration [2] - The "Xiangxin Shouwang" workshop collaborates with over 30 party-building units to provide support for disabled and elderly individuals, creating job opportunities and promoting social integration through various initiatives [3] Group 3 - The establishment of eight common prosperity workshops specifically for special groups has resulted in 223 individuals achieving supportive employment, demonstrating the effectiveness of the multi-party collaboration model [3] - The ongoing efforts focus on low-income groups, unemployed women, and special populations, aiming to enhance material wealth and social integration through resource mobilization and collaborative mechanisms [3]