Sources from the city’s social security authority said that, from June to September, a monthly allowance of RMB 130 for summertime beverages will be deposited into the pension accounts of all retired enterprise employees. The allowance will last four months. The first RMB 130 will be issued on June 6 along with the pension.

Retirees who happen to retire this June will receive the allowance in the rest three months, i.e. July, August, and September. Those who will retire in July or August will receive the amount accordingly.

Please be advised to follow the WeChat official account “Hangzhou Social Security” (杭州社保), where the policies and benefits will be available. You may also go to the service center of the city’s, or district/county’s, social security administration should you have any question.