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flag China proposes spring and autumn school breaks and staggered leave to boost spending and reduce travel congestion.

flag China is exploring holiday reforms, including spring and autumn breaks for students and staggered paid leave, to improve work-life balance and boost domestic consumption. flag Proposed during the 2026 national legislature sessions, these measures aim to spread travel and spending more evenly, reducing congestion during peak periods like the October Golden Week. flag A pilot in Sichuan showed strong increases in tourism and flight bookings during an autumn break. flag Officials stress the need for coordinated policies, such as aligning school and parental leave, and recommend employer flexibility, government-supported child activities, and stronger legal protections to prevent career penalties for taking time off. flag Some suggest linking labor law compliance to tax incentives or credit ratings and reforming compensatory workday practices. flag Experts view well-designed holiday policies as key to supporting tourism, transportation, and overall economic and social well-being.

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