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International Workers' Day in China

Today, May 1st, is International Workers’ Day in China. This Chinese Labour Day, which falls on the 1st of May every year, has been officially celebrated since 1990, but it started to be observed from 1920s by the Communist Party of China and its predecessors under different names including Labour Day or May Day. The holiday was officially approved in mainland China by the State Council of the People's Republic of China in 2008 after its celebration was resumed in Hong Kong and Macau as part of their handover to the People's Republic of China in 1997 and 1999 respectively.

How it started

May 1 is an annual celebration of worker's rights. The day was chosen to commemorate an 1886 demonstration by Chicago workers which turned violent when police were called to break up a parade, resulting in several deaths and many more injuries. When Socialist leader Eugene V. Debs led another May 1 demonstration a decade later, it ended without bloodshed and became an annual event for advocates of workers' rights around the world. Over time, International Workers’ Day also became known as International Labor Day or Labour Day . . . wherever you live and however you choose to celebrate it, here are five fun facts about May 1 that should give you some things to ponder on while enjoying some time off work!

(1) Today (May 1st), 2017, marks 121 years since American labour leaders first proposed an international holiday to honour working people. (2) While American labor unions began celebrating Labour Day with parades in 1882, its origins date back even further—to September 5th 1872 when roughly 10 000 workers gathered in New York City’s Tompkins Square Park to demand shorter hours and higher wages. Police broke up the peaceful protest violently with mounted cavalry and eventually charged into nearby homes where organizers had taken refuge. Seven people died from their wounds after being attacked by officers wielding sabres, clubs and bayonets—an incident that gave rise to May Day becoming known as Bloody Monday over time.

Benefits of Labour Day

1. China has passed Working People's Social Security Law, making labour insurance a legal obligation for employers,

2. Since May 1, 2012, Chinese workers who have contributed to social security for at least five years have been entitled to a pension upon retirement.

3. All employees are entitled to paid leave of at least 24 days per year

4. China Labour Day is also celebrated as an official holiday by most companies and schools across China. The date is set by each provincial government based on its own standard calendar

5. Labour day is also referred to as International Worker's Day or May Day, which falls on different dates around the world

6. In China it is often called Labour Thanksgiving Day or Workers' Thanksgiving Holiday

7. During holidays such as Labor day and National day, many people go out with their family and friends during their free time

8. Many companies offer extra holidays for those working during these national holidays

9. A lot of people spend their time visiting tourist attractions or traveling outside China

10. China Labour Day is celebrated on May 1st every year.

Celebrating Labour Day in China

China is one of many countries around the world that celebrates Labour Day as a holiday, although it goes by a different name. Known as 国际劳动节 (Guójì Láodòngjié) in Chinese, or Labor Day, it's generally celebrated on May 1st each year in over 80 countries worldwide. Just like most other Labor Days around the world, China's version also celebrates workers and their achievements. How do they celebrate? That depends on who you ask... In Shanghai and Beijing, for example, there are parades and fireworks; some Chinese people wear red ribbons to commemorate those who have fallen victim to unsafe working conditions. The day is meant to be used as an opportunity for reflection—to think about what has been accomplished and what still needs work. So if you're traveling in China during Labour Day, don't be surprised if your hotelier thanks you profusely for choosing his establishment! It may seem strange at first, but he's actually thanking you for taking part in China's annual celebration of labour. If you're interested in learning more about how China celebrates Labour Day, read on! Here are five things to know:

International Workers' Day (or Labour Day), which falls on May 1st every year, is known by several names around the world: Labour Day, International Worker's Holiday/Day/Weekend/Week, Worker's Memorial Day. It was first proposed by American labour union leader Peter McGuire back in 1882 as a way to remember those who died from workplace accidents and diseases.

Unions In China

The Chinese Communist Party is known for its heavy-handed crackdown on organized labor. During and after China’s Great Leap Forward and Cultural Revolution, collective bargaining was abolished. Independent unions were outlawed and replaced with associations run by employers and party cadres, as part of Mao Zedong’s vision for socialism with Chinese characteristics. For decades, attempts to unionize were futile. Employers used paid thugs to intimidate workers into rejecting calls for collective bargaining rights or strikes. In recent years, however, things have changed. China’s economic boom has attracted foreign investment and created a growing class of young urban professionals who are more educated than previous generations. As their wages have risen, so too has their desire for better working conditions—and they are willing to fight for them. In response to these demands, China has begun allowing official trade unions in some industries. However, independent unions remain illegal under China’s constitution. Unions must be approved by local governments and often function as an arm of management rather than an advocate for workers. They do not have freedom to strike or bargain collectively, nor can they form alliances with other worker organizations across different industries. Still, there are many signs that change may be coming: On May 1st 2009, China celebrated International Workers’ Day for the first time since 1949. Hundreds of thousands of migrant workers demonstrated in cities around China demanding wage increases and improved work conditions. In 2010, over two million migrant workers went on strike at factories throughout China to protest low pay, long hours, and unsafe working conditions. These protests resulted in modest wage increases but no improvements to safety standards.

The Future Of Labour Day In China

Chinese, is an international holiday that is generally celebrated on May 1st each year in over 80 countries worldwide. It celebrates the achievements of workers across China and around the world. China, however, has its own Labor Day that falls on May 1st of every year. While China’s Labor Day is similar to other countries’ celebrations, it does have some differences.

The History Of China's Labour Day

The first official celebration of Labour Day was held in Guangzhou City, China on April 10th, 1910 by a group of labour unions during Qing Dynasty rule. Over time, more cities began to celebrate Labour day until it became a national holiday in 1949 under Communist Party rule. In 2008, China’s National People’s Congress decided that Labour Day would be celebrated on May 1st every year instead of April 10th due to a change in calendar. In addition, they also changed Labour Day from being an international worker’s holiday into a national holiday celebrating all workers across China.

The Importance Of China's Labor Day: China’s Labor Day is important because it celebrates all workers across China and honors their hard work and achievements throughout history. It also helps China’s government to promote a positive image of China around the world as well as unite Chinese citizens together under one common cause.
How To Celebrate China's Labour Day: There are many ways that you can celebrate China’s Labour Day, including participating in parades, visiting museums or art galleries, or simply celebrating with your family and friends. You can also help to promote China’s Labor Day by buying products made in China, such as clothing or electronics. You can also support Chinese workers by joining a union yourself if you work for a company here in China. If you live outside of China, there are still plenty of ways to show your support for Chinese workers and participate in celebrations on May 1st! The Future Of China's Labour Day: China’s government has announced that they will be making changes to China’s Labor Day from 2019 onwards. This includes making it an international holiday instead of just a national holiday, changing its name from Labour Day into Workers’ Holiday (工人节), and moving it from May 1st to April 30th every year so that it doesn't fall on International Worker's day anymore.