HONG KONG -- New economic forecasts for China show Beijing's efforts to promote an optimistic narrative have not shaken predictions of a long-term slowdown, with the growth rate seen sinking well below 5%.
Economy
China economists flag GDP slowdown despite Beijing's 'bright future' talk
Specialists project sub-5% rates in years to come amid property woes, other issues
A nearly empty shopping mall in Beijing on March 8. Experts from major banks and institutions see China's economic downturn deepening in the years ahead. (Photo by Mizuho Miyazaki)
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