Major Collaboration Aims to Preserve Technical Expertise
The All-China Federation of Trade Unions (ACFTU) and China Media Group (CMG) initiated a landmark partnership on December 22, 2025, signing a framework agreement to establish a national-level craftsmanship database. This 'craftsmanship spirit and skills' corpus will systematically document advanced industrial techniques and vocational knowledge across critical sectors.
Digital Preservation of Industrial Knowledge
The initiative comes as China accelerates its manufacturing modernization efforts. The corpus will integrate multimedia resources including video demonstrations, technical manuals, and expert interviews. ACFTU representatives emphasized its role in 'protecting China's industrial heritage while meeting contemporary workforce needs.'
Strategic Implementation Timeline
Phase one construction will prioritize artificial intelligence, renewable energy, and advanced manufacturing sectors. CMG will deploy specialized teams to record master technicians' expertise through 2026, with public access modules scheduled for release in early 2027.
Workforce Development Implications
Analysts suggest this initiative aligns with China's 2025-2030 vocational education reforms. The database will serve dual purposes: preserving traditional skills while standardizing training protocols for emerging industries. Overseas investors are particularly interested in how this resource might shape future technical certification frameworks.
