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Australia’s mining exports to China sustain blue‑collar jobs, unlike the US de‑industrialization.
  • Australia ships large volumes of iron ore and coal to China, keeping its mining sector robust.
  • This creates stable, well‑paid blue‑collar employment, contrasting sharply with US job losses in manufacturing.
  • The demand from China also supports ancillary services and regional development.
  • The symbiotic relationship boosts Australia’s trade surplus and fiscal health.
  • Balaji argues this makes Australia a model of “red‑collar” prosperity linked to Chinese demand.
Balaji SrinivasanThe Peter McCormack Show00:11:02

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Australia's mining exports to China keep blue‑collar jobs. Balaji Srinivasan
Red collar in Australia rises with China. Balaji Srinivasan

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