China’s economic divide is widening in era of protectionism
China's economy is showing signs of a widening divide, with record-breaking exports contrasting against a struggling domestic market. Weakness in property investment and private sector spending has led to the country's slowest growth rate since the pandemic.
Why it matters
China's economic health is a critical driver of global trade, and its shift toward protectionism and self-sufficiency has significant implications for international markets.
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The article uses economic data to analyze structural issues in China's economy without adopting a partisan political narrative.
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