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The implications of these trends mean that without fundamental changes, China risks fostering oversupply, crippling debt, and prolonged stagnation. The need for an economic overhaul that prioritizes consumer empowerment instead of the outdated export-led growth model appears increasingly urgent.
Ultimately, the Chinese government faces a stark choice: either adapt to the new economic realities and empower its citizens as consumers or remain entrenched in a precarious cycle of economic dependency and state oversight. As we move forward, the ability of the CCP to navigate these tough waters will shape the future of China's economy and, in turn, its role on the global stage.