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Veterans to get help finding work

China will bolster measures to help military veterans find jobs and start new businesses, according to a guideline issued on Thursday.

The guideline, jointly issued by 12 central government departments including the Ministry of Veteran Affairs, said more favorable policies will be rolled out for veterans to help them find employment and start new businesses, in addition to measures already available for the general public.

To improve the chances of veterans getting work and launching businesses, the training of veterans will be included in the academic education and vocational education system.

The education of servicemen will be further aligned with that of veterans with the support of colleges and vocational colleges to help the veterans improve their capabilities.

The hiring requirements of veterans at institutions, social groups and enterprises will be lowered, and quotas for government jobs should be raised, the guideline said, adding that businesses may qualify for tax benefits if they hire veterans.

The government will create a more enabling environment for veterans to start businesses, with measures set up in reserved areas for veterans in startup incubators or industrial zones. Veterans who set up businesses are entitled to financial and tax benefits, the guideline said.

Social capital will be encouraged to set up funds to help veteran entrepreneurs.

The guideline added that helping veterans get jobs or run businesses is vital to realizing their self-worth, promoting social and economic development, and contributing to the national defense.