China's Ministry of State Security warns of foreign-backed 'lying flat' narrative targeting youth
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Updated · South China Morning Post · Apr 28
China's Ministry of State Security warns of foreign-backed 'lying flat' narrative targeting youth
8 articles · Updated · South China Morning Post · Apr 28
The Ministry alleges unnamed foreign organisations fund anti-China media and influencers to promote messages like 'lying flat is justice' and 'anti-overwork is anti-exploitation'.
Officials claim these narratives aim to erode perseverance among Chinese youth and undermine foundational social values, potentially threatening economic stability.
The warning follows rising youth unemployment and government concerns that pessimism and the 'lying flat' mindset could hinder Communist Party economic goals and increase social unrest.
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