Why is it still so hard to take a vacation?Round Table China

Why is it still so hard to take a vacation?

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Paid annual leave is a legal right in China, yet many workers choose not to take it. The reasons are nuanced. Concerns about falling behind, disappointing a manager, or the weight of a culture that values presence over performance all play a part. Provincial governments are introducing new measures to encourage companies to let employees step away. On the show: Fei Fei, Steve & Yushan

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One quick point about the Henan story you covered. The original notice encouraging Friday‑afternoon early leave has been withdrawn. Henan’s Department of Human Resources and Social Security released an official statement on its website on this matter.