Employment Situation - In the first quarter, Shanghai added 146,300 new jobs, a year-on-year increase of 7,600 [2] - The city aims to achieve over 600,000 new urban jobs this year, with 680 recruitment events held, providing 182,000 job positions, a 20% increase year-on-year [2] - Shanghai's universities will produce 246,000 graduates this year, with multiple support measures in place to assist them in finding employment [2] Maternity Leave Policy - Shanghai has introduced a maternity leave subsidy policy, allowing employers to receive a 50% subsidy on social insurance contributions for female employees during maternity leave for up to six months [3] - The application process for this subsidy will be simplified to ensure ease of access for employers [3] - The "Family-Friendly Job" initiative has benefited over 4,000 individuals, with plans to promote and support companies that create such positions [3] Skills Development - Shanghai is hosting the second vocational skills competition and preparing for the 48th World Skills Competition, aiming to establish itself as an international skills exchange platform [4] - A new policy package for high-skilled talent development includes a tiered skills enhancement subsidy system and collaboration with leading enterprises [4] - The goal is to train 50,000 high-skilled workers this year, with 20,000 already trained in the first quarter [4] New Employment Forms Protection - Shanghai has included seven leading platform companies in the pilot program for occupational injury protection for new employment forms, covering 1.38 million workers by the end of March [4] - An innovative service model has been adopted for claims, allowing workers to apply online and track their claims in real-time [5] - Benefits such as one-time disability compensation and living care fees are now accessible without the need for application [5]