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Beneath the bright screens filled with numbers, charts, and headlines, China’s economy is teetering on the brink of collapse. Despite the appearance of vitality—skyscrapers rising, factories humming, and stock markets flashing gains—the reality is far grimmer. The nation that once proudly dubbed itself the world’s factory now faces a silent yet potent storm. Workers are pushed to their limits, companies slash prices to stay afloat, and social stability is under strain. The official figures—GDP growth and stock market increase—paint a picture of life and progress. But this life is fragile, artificial, and hanging by a thread, sustained only by aggressive measures and exhausted labor.