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In this video, describes the ongoing wave of worker protests across multiple regions in China, driven primarily by unpaid wages and factory closures amid harsh U.S. tariffs on Chinese exports. Protests are reported in provinces like Hunan, Sichuan, and Inner Mongolia, where workers accuse factory owners of withholding salaries, slashing benefits, or shutting down operations without fair compensation. The author emphasizes that rising youth unemployment and underpayment fuel these demonstrations, linking China’s economic slowdown to the fallout from increasingly heavy U.S. import tariffs (allegedly up to 145%). Beyond individual strikes, the text highlights structural issues in China’s labor market. Factory relocations, “escaping employers,” and reduced overtime hours worsen job insecurity. The government often intervenes to quell protests, but that rarely alleviates underlying problems of delayed payment and unfair dismissals. Data on frequent strikes from years past underscores that dissatisfaction among workers is not new, yet has intensified as the economy weakens. Also discussed is the platform economy, where couriers and ride-sharing drivers have staged actions over pay cuts and poor working conditions. Although these scattered protests show worker determination, local authorities often collaborate with factory owners to suppress dissent. Overall, the text depicts a widespread, deepening labor unrest, fueled by economic difficulties, U.S. tariffs, and inadequate legal protections—posing significant risks for China’s social and economic stability.

In 2025, China's economy faces a major test: Heavy tariffs and chip embargoes imposed by the US have crippled the country's export-led growth for years. Shuttered factories, unpaid workers and bankruptcies have pushed the second largest economy to the brink of a deep crisis. In the financial sector, the collapse of rural banks, unfinished projects in the real estate market and record youth unemployment are fueling social protests. But how is the Communist Party managing this chaos? What does this turmoil, which could shake the outside world, mean for global markets? In this video, we look at China's economic turmoil in all its dimensions.

Beijing, Shanghai, Chongqing, Guangzhou, Tianjin... The situation remains the same in all these cities. The people are in revolt and hold President Xi Jinping responsible for the economic crisis. Millions of young Chinese, desperate about their future, have taken to the streets for the first time with such courage, carrying anti-Xi banners. Opposition posters, graffiti, and anti-Xi slogans on the streets are signs that many things are indeed changing in China. Images appearing on social media prove that China is no longer an empire as it once was and that the people want to put an end to Xi's reign. So what is the reason behind all this? Why is the Chinese people so angry with the government? The most obvious reason is the economic crisis in China, which we have already mentioned. However, there is another factor that triggered this crisis. The 145 percent tariff imposed by the US on China. The trade war between China and the US, which has been escalating in recent years, and the high customs duties imposed by the US have had various consequences for both countries, but numerous reports and observations have begun to emerge indicating that they have had a devastating impact on the Chinese economy in particular. Many indicators, from manufacturing industry figures to export figures, unemployment rates to the mood of people on the streets, point to the pressure exerted by US sanctions. Moreover, the social repercussions of this pressure are bringing to the fore a series of issues ranging from protests to tensions between the police and citizens. Of course, although the Chinese government emphasizes in its official statements that the situation is exaggerated and that the problems are under control, reports from the field and data reported by foreign media outlets suggest that Xi Jinping's government has a more difficult task ahead than ever before. In this video, we will take a detailed look at developments, focusing on understanding both the economic and social dimensions of the tariff dispute between the US and China, as well as discussing how this dynamic may shape up in the coming period.

In this video, focuses on the growing dissatisfaction and protests among China’s youth, driven by record-high unemployment and an eroding economy under Xi Jinping’s leadership. While unemployment and economic stagnation deepen, the younger population—finding itself jobless or accepting underpaid positions—begins to question the legitimacy of Xi’s regime. Manifestations of outrage include organized demonstrations, banners, and social-media-based gatherings, echoing earlier protests in Hong Kong. Xi Jinping’s centralized approach is shown to be losing effectiveness. Although Beijing claims that deflationary pressures and inflation challenges can be managed, citizens report severe hardships and fear a broader crisis. Meanwhile, China continues to face significant external pressure, particularly via U.S. tariffs, which hurt exports and worsen domestic economic woes. A vicious cycle emerges in which youth despair over dim career prospects, leading to social unrest and potential mass emigration. Historically, China’s promise of stability and prosperity formed a tacit “social contract.” Now, widespread joblessness, mounting personal and local government debt, and repressive government measures are undermining public confidence. While Xi retains strong control, the relentless wave of discontent—especially among the educated urban generation—threatens the party’s long-term credibility. If unaddressed, this frustration could trigger more intense protests or drives toward leaving the country. The text concludes that China stands at a critical junction, where youth demands for change are growing and the authorities’ traditional responses may prove insufficient.

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