Workforce of China in motion: 300 million migrant workers return after holiday
Feb 8, 2025 #ChinaEconomy #AlJazeeraEnglish #ChinaTrade
China’s annual post-holiday migration is underway, with 300 million migrant workers r
Feb 8, 2025 #ChinaEconomy #AlJazeeraEnglish #ChinaTrade
China’s annual post-holiday migration is underway, with 300 million migrant workers returning to their jobs across the country. Many endure long journeys, traveling by train, bus, and car to resume work after spending time with family. This year, their return comes amid growing economic uncertainty, as US tariffs on Chinese goods take effect, raising concerns about job security and wages.
Al Jazeera’s Jessica Washington reports from Shijiazhuang, Hebei province.