Trivium's Matthew Dagher-Margosian on China Tech

The video discusses the impact of population decline on China's tech industry, highlighting labor issues like the 996 work culture and maternity leave challenges. It explores the hukou system's effect on blue collar workers and the shift towards gig work. The semiconductor industry faces a workforce gap, with many STEM graduates staying in the US. These factors contribute to the challenges in China's tech and manufacturing sectors.

What are some of the social conditions affecting young people's decisions to enter the tech industry in China?

What are the implications of the 996 work culture on family life in China?

In what ways does maternity leave in China affect women's career choices?

How has the hukou system impacted blue collar workers in China?

What challenges do young blue collar workers face when choosing between factory work and gig jobs?

How does the population decline in China relate to the semiconductor industry?

What factors contribute to the gap in talent within the Chinese semiconductor industry?