Chinese State Councilor Ma Kai asked for more active policy to boost employment, guarantee economic growth, people's livelihood and social stability on Monday.

Ma made the comments when addressing the opening ceremony of China National School of Administration.

He suggested that policies to boost economic growth and enhance economic structure should be combined more closely with the effort to create job opportunities.

Measures should be taken to relieve companies' burdens and maintain existing positions for employees, Ma said.

He also encouraged job seekers to start their own businesses, and adjust their job expectations.

Ma highlighted the importance of creating jobs for university graduates, migrant workers, veterans and families with no income.

(Xinhua News Agency March 3, 2009)