Plucky young graduate hits right note with Tibetan guitar business

The Xizang government has been actively encouraging young entrepreneurs like Samdrub Norbu to start their own businesses and has implemented a series of support policies.

Samdrub Norbu has yet to take advantage of these policies but plans to do so in the future.

He said the government provides a startup fund of 60,000 yuan for each college student entrepreneur if they meet the requirements. The support also includes subsidies for rent, water and electricity bills.

"My business is good now. I can pay the salary of 10 workers, and I am able to manage the normal operation of the business so far, and therefore, I am pleased with my current situation," he said.

Samdrub Norbu's dream goes beyond running Tibetan guitar workshops. He aims to found an art school in the future.

"Along with the growth of society and the improvement in people's livelihoods, I believe more parents in the region will send their children to learn arts. Therefore, I think a good art school is essential," he said.

"Like the Tibetan saying, 'There is no room for sorrow in a place where one can find music and dancing', I believe what I have been doing can bring happiness to others."

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