Is the game over? How ‘garbage time’ became a metaphor for China’s economic woes TOI WORLD DESK — Times of India

Essayist Hu Wenhui’s term “garbage time of history” describes China’s current economic stagnation and societal despair under President Xi Jinping. The phrase has gained popularity on social media, drawing comparisons to historical periods of decline. Economic challenges and rigid leadership contribute to a pervasive sense of hopelessness among Chinese citizens.Essayist Hu Wenhui’s term “garbage time of history” describes China’s current economic stagnation and societal despair under President Xi Jinping. The phrase has gained popularity on social media, drawing comparisons to historical periods of decline. Economic challenges and rigid leadership contribute to a pervasive sense of hopelessness among Chinese citizens. …Read More