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EPISODE · Aug 13, 2026 · 34 MIN

Why is it still so hard to take a vacation?

from Round Table China · host China Plus

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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