More and more ghost towns in China: Why do the vast crowd disappear?

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Kunshan, once China's richest county and a hub for Taiwanese investment, is experiencing a sharp economic downturn as foreign capital withdraws. Once home to thriving factories like Foxconn and Wistron, the city now faces factory closures, mass layoffs, and a shrinking job market. As Taiwanese, Korean, and other foreign businesses relocate to Vietnam and beyond, local businesses—from convenience stores to restaurants—are struggling to survive.

Workers and small business owners share their stories of economic hardship, abandoned streets, and empty residential buildings. Meanwhile, the gap between foreign and domestic companies in labor treatment becomes more evident, with many lamenting the loss of humane management and stable jobs.

Where have all the people gone? Why are once-thriving cities turning into ghost towns? We explore the root causes of China's economic slowdown, from high taxes and strict policies to the shifting global supply chain.

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