> The global shipping industry exists to facilitate exploitation of the developing areas of the world with manufacturing capacity. That's a such a depressing w

> The global shipping industry exists to facilitate exploitation of the developing areas of the world with manufacturing capacity. That's a such a depressing way to frame it. Look at the billion plus people global trade has lifted out of poverty. I'm aware the intention of outsourcing manufacturing was to save money, not be altruistic, but overall it's been amazing for the people of Earth.