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Alibaba’s chairman sees rising confidence in China’s business

Joe Tsai, chairman of Alibaba Group, said on Mar. 25 that Chinese entrepreneurs are showing increased confidence, following President Xi Jinping’s meeting with private business leaders in January.

Tsai noted that the January meeting encouraged the business community to reinvest in their ventures and expand hiring efforts.

He mentioned that Alibaba intends to resume recruitment, asserting that job creation could enhance financial security for individuals.

Tsai expressed optimism about China’s economy, suggesting the business environment has stabilized and is set for recovery.

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