24 Dec 2023
27m

The Sunday Story: A Generation Of Chinese Workers Struggle To Retire

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Up First from NPR

This podcast episode sheds light on the challenges faced by migrant workers in China, primarily those involved in its robust construction industry, as they navigate their lives, particularly as they approach retirement age. The episode uncovers the harsh realities these workers encounter, including arduous working conditions, meager wages, lack of social welfare benefits, homelessness, and an uncertain future.

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