Impact of Trade with China on Local U.S. Labor Markets
David Autor
Tue Jan 31, 10:30am-12:00pm, E51-395
No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Single session event
China's rise from a closed economy to a leading world trading power over the course of roughly two decades is unprecedented in modern history. While China's current place in the world trading system is logical given its vast size and resources, its rapid rise has been highly disruptive to firms and nations that produce goods in which China has gained comparative advantage. This IAP talk will consider the impact that China's rising competitive position has had on local U.S. labor markets since 1990, focusing specifically on particular labor markets that house import-competing manufacturers. In addition to presenting quantitative evidence on the consequences for local labor markets and the adjustment process that ensues, I will consider potential implications for labor market and trade policies.
Contact: Linda Woodbury, E52-251, x3-8885, lwoodbur@mit.edu
Sponsor: Economics
Latest update: 28-Dec-2011
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