This Map Shows The Millions Of Jobs Linked Across The Global Economy | business analyst | Scoop.it
From www.businessinsider.com.au - March 4, 2014 5:15 PM

A study by University of Sydney researchers produced this map showing the flow of jobs and wages around the world.


In Australia’s case, China has 5 million people just to make goods for Australians.


The workers, on low wages, support Australia’s lifestyle.

For example, a computer bought in Australia (average domestic wage US$59,700) might be assembled in China (average domestic wage $US2,700) and Thailand ($US2,100) using electronic circuits made in the Philippines ($US1,700).


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