The formulas were developed primarily to give planners of, say, construction projects an idea of their manpower needs, and to tell policy makers how many jobs would be created.

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StanChart point out that their prediction of a construction boom next year hinges on government policy.

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They include items such as the factory's intern policy, protection from excessive heat and the construction of more fire escapes and toilets.

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This sick son of a Saudi construction billionaire cannot be reached by persuasion or money or dramatic shifts in policy.

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