The Tibetan Autonomous Region in southwest China has invested some 47 million yuan, or nearly US$6 million to deal with urban unemployment. 
 
The local government has set up public employment agencies to help laid-off workers to find jobs.

Meanwhile, the government will make major efforts to develop the service industry and other labor-intensive industries so as to create more job opportunities.

Private economies are also encouraged to play a role in creating jobs.

(CRI September 28, 2003)