VOICED: Suicides at Apple maker spotlight China's migrant workers

VOICED: Suicides at Apple maker spotlight China's migrant workers

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The transcript discusses the working conditions at Foxconn, a major manufacturer for Apple and other electronics brands, highlighting issues such as long hours, low pay, and a series of worker suicides. Labor activists express concern over the treatment of workers, who are often young and work extensive overtime. Foxconn's founder, Terry Gou, has promised to address these issues, but blames personal problems for the suicides. The Hong Kong Labor Group is considering a boycott of Apple's products, while companies like Apple, Dell, and Sony have shown concern but continue business as usual.

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What is the average monthly salary of workers at Foxconn, and how does it compare to their working hours?

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What actions are being considered by the Hong Kong Labor Group in response to the situation at Foxconn?

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