Why there is a shift of labour-intensive industries from China to South and Southeast Asia? Discuss the advantages and challenges for India in this context. (Answer in 250 words)
Introduction
There is an increase in "China!" initiatives across the world shifting industry bases from China to South & Southeast Asia.
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Main Body
Reasons:
1. Demographic:
2. Geopolitical reasons:
3. Other reasons:
Advantages to India:
1. Attrition shift from China
2. PLFS data: men - 35%, women - 41%
3. Labour codes - new codes favour the industry establishment
4. BSOL Subsides manufacturing sector
5. Energy as manufacturing powerhouse in the region
6. Structural transformation of economy
7. MSME culture - is strong
5. Energy as manufacturing powerhouse in the region
6. Structural transformation of economy
7. MSME culture - is strong
Challenges Remain:
(I) Ease of doing business
(II) Sticky food cycle
(III) Lack of skilled workforce - only 2l formally trained (Skill Report)
(IV) Labour union
Conclusion: Thus, "peeling the onion approach" as highlighted by Economist, where regulatory burden is reduced. From Red Tapism to Red Carpet is the way forward
Conclusion
Thus, "peeling the onion approach" as highlighted by Economist, where regulatory burden is reduced. From Red Tapism to Red Carpet is the way forward
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Diagram
Hierarchical structure showing reasons for industry shift with 3 main categories (Demographic, Geopolitical, Other) with numbered sub-points
- Identifies multiple categories of reasons
- Links to India's demographic advantage (25 median age)
- Mentions specific countries and policies
- Comprehensive structure
Kiran Kamate
Economic Issues and Development
Industrial Relocation and Labour Economics
China to South/Southeast Asia Industry Shift
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