At present, Taobao.com, a subsidiary of the internet giant Alibaba, dominates China?s online marketplace .

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Aside from job creation in China, Alibaba has carried out similar programs in China.

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He will still direct strategic and leadership development of the company, which includes helping U.S. businesses use Alibaba's platforms to sell to customers in China and abroad.

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