Beijing Short of Migrant Workers

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Beijing Short of Migrant Worker
The Sichuan earthquake, overseas employment opportunities and better development prospect in northwest China have all led to a reduction of migrant workers in Beijing. As market demand for labor remained strong this year, some 120,000 vacancies have yet to be filled. The shortage of labor was especially palpable in the construction, domestic services, restaurant, and retail apparel sectors.
Original article: [Chinese]