Shenzhen, the birthplace of China’s first special economic zone, just across the river from Hong Kong, is facing a potential shift in its fortunes. In 2022, the city experienced a population decline for the first time, attributed to the COVID-19 pandemic and changes in local government policies. The population decline is expected to alleviate issues […]
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