ANALYSIS: South Korean Tech Workers in China Grapple With Layoff Wave
China’s display industry saw spiraling growth after alleged tech thefts and poaching of Korean personnel
An array of LGs wireless OLED TVs are displayed in the LG booth during a preview ahead of the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, Nevada, on Jan. 4, 2023. Patrick T. Fallon/AFP via Getty Images
South Korea, once the reigning champion in the global display manufacturing industry, has reportedly lost its top spot due to a technology theft blitz spearheaded by China’s communist regime. A wave of abrupt dismissals, often without the mandated severance pay, has recently hit South Korean experts working in China.
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Lisa Bian, B.Med.Sc., is a healthcare professional holding a Bachelor's Degree in Medical Science. With a rich background, she has accrued over three years of hands-on experience as a Traditional Chinese Medicine physician. In addition to her clinical expertise, she serves as an accomplished writer based in Korea, providing valuable contributions to The Epoch Times. Her insightful pieces cover a range of topics, including integrative medicine, Korean society, culture, and international relations.
