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Dec 2023
35m 47s

Bonus: The Chinese Economy Is A Lie

Stakuyi
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It's no secret that China's economy has been growing at a remarkable rate over the past few decades, leading many to believe that it's on track to become the world's largest economy. However, recent revelations and analysis have shown that the Chinese economy – or at least, the way it's portrayed – may actually be a lie. Learn more about your ad choices. V ... Show More
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