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Low Wages

Only feel-good consumers can save China’s economy

November 16, 2024November 4, 2024 by China Factor Staff

Low wages and long hours have hobbled spending amid President Xi’s ‘export-first’ policy push

Categories State of the Nation Tags China, Consumer Spending, Low Wages, News, President Xi Jinping Leave a comment

Big Tech thrives on ‘Victorian sweatshop’ culture

August 17, 2021August 13, 2021 by China Factor Staff

Labor rights group illustrates the plight of China’s low-paid delivery drivers

Categories China Backlash Tags Big Tech, China, China Labour Bulletin, Communist Party, E-Commerce, Long Hours, Low Wages, News Leave a comment

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