The real reason manufacturing jobs are disappearing

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September 14, 2017 Today's TED Talk The real reason manufacturing jobs are disappearing 12:02 minutes · TED@UPS We've heard a lot of rhetoric lately suggesting that countries like the US are losing valuable manufacturing jobs to lower-cost markets like China, Mexico and Vietnam -- and that protectionism is the best way forward. But those jobs haven't disappeared for the reasons you may think, says border and logistics specialist Augie Picado. He gives us a reality check about what global trade really looks like and how shared production and open borders help us make higher quality products at lower costs. Watch now »   Playlist of the Day Understanding world economics Clear, compelling talks on big issues facing the global economy. Watch » 9 talks · Total run time 2:17:23 NEW ON SINCERELY, X "Rural Woman" Listen to TED and Audible’s new podcast, Sincerely, X, where ideas are shared anonymously. In episode 9: What do you do if you love the rural town you grew up in, but as a woman you know it won't offer you opportunities to rise and thrive? Listen now on Apple Podcasts, the TED Android app or wherever you get your podcasts. Listen now »   Download the TED app

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