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China Cracks Down on Dissent Amid Economic Uncertainty

10/10/2025

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China’s government is intensifying its crackdown on online dissent by suspending accounts of bloggers who promote a "lying flat" lifestyle or criticize conditions.
The Cyberspace Administration launched the campaign to eliminate content inciting negativity and anxiety amid economic uncertainty.
Local governments investigate accounts that portray cities unfavorably.
They suspend thousands for spreading rumors amid rising youth unemployment.

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Story summary

China’s government is intensifying its crackdown on online dissent by suspending accounts of bloggers who promote a "lying flat" lifestyle or criticize conditions.
The Cyberspace Administration launched the campaign to eliminate content inciting negativity and anxiety amid economic uncertainty.
Local governments investigate accounts that portray cities unfavorably.
They suspend thousands for spreading rumors amid rising youth unemployment.