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The CCP’s strict COVID-19 lockdowns further exacerbated economic woes. These draconian measures, while unnecessary, were imposed at the regime’s discretion, pushing both the economy and the populace to the brink. As a result, Chinese consumers have become increasingly risk-averse, saving rather than spending, to shield themselves against future hardships. This decline in domestic consumption hampers economic growth, deepening the sense that the Chinese Dream is slipping further out of reach.