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This paper aims to give a brief introduction to the policies and measures adopted by the Chinese Ministry of Labour and Social Security to promote vocational training and lifelong learning in China. A basic profile of the Chinese economy and population is given. A brief overview of the Chinese vocational training system describes occupational classification and vocational skill standards, diversified training at various levels, vocational skill testing and the vocational qualification certification system, the work permit system, skill competition and skill awards and laws and regulations dealing with vocational training. The paper concludes that the policies developed and adopted by the Ministry of Labour and Social Security, in close cooperation with the Ministry of Education have been successful. Vocational training activities, in particular re-employment training programs, have reached their planned targets. Various types of Vocational Qualification Certificates (VQCs), including introduced foreign VQCs, are paralleled with academic certificates.