Since the launch of the 14th Five-Year Plan, Guizhou has consistently adhered to a people-centered development philosophy, channeling more fiscal resources into livelihood sectors to address pressing public concerns and ensure equitable sharing of development achievements.
**Employment and Income Growth** Guizhou has prioritized employment as the cornerstone of livelihoods, implementing policies to stabilize jobs and establishing a comprehensive employment service network covering both local and outbound opportunities. Over 3.1 million new urban jobs have been created, while rural labor transfers exceeded 3 million. Targeted income-boosting initiatives for low-income groups, including poverty-alleviated populations, have been emphasized. The province secured 4.186 billion yuan in central work-relief funds, executing 952 projects that raised incomes for nearly 100,000 rural workers by over 10,000 yuan per capita. The urban-rural income ratio improved from 3.1:1 in 2020 to 2.81:1 in 2024, narrowing the gap.
**Public Services** Efforts to bridge gaps in education and healthcare have intensified. Preschool enrollment reached 95%, with compulsory education retention and high school enrollment rates surpassing national averages for four consecutive years, projected at 96% and 93% this year. Medical resources have been decentralized, achieving full coverage of regional medical centers and partnerships between provincial top-tier hospitals and county-level facilities. Bed and doctor availability rose to 8.3 and 3.5 per 1,000 people, respectively. Elderly care facilities now serve every county, while infant care slots for under-3s increased by 3.76 per 1,000 since 2020.
**Social Security** The safety net for poverty-alleviated and vulnerable groups has been reinforced, with 1.9344 million households covered by subsistence allowances or special assistance. Urban and rural subsistence standards rose by 24.2% and 67.4%, respectively, while basic pensions for retirees and residents saw consecutive hikes. Over 587,200 affordable housing units were completed to share development dividends.
Moving forward, Guizhou pledges further practical measures to convert "livelihood blueprints" into tangible "happiness dividends," ensuring officials' dedication translates into public well-being.
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