Need For Skilled Labour

What do advanced countries such as the USA, China, Japan, Germany, the UK and many others have in common? Of several answers, one stands out: a skilled labour force. A cornerstone of a prosperous economy, such a workforce not only commands high pay and perks but also significantly contributes to the nation-building project, as well as to state coffers through high taxes. For a government, this money is critical to spend on public services and infrastructure building. What's more, the money they splurge on consumer goods stimulates the economy, creating jobs.