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The article also emphasizes the CCP’s rapidly dwindling credibility, which further sows seeds of distrust among the populace. Currently, the government relies heavily on police and security forces for maintaining order, leaving them vulnerable to dissent as grievances mount. Instances of police joining citizens in protests, particularly over unpaid wages, highlight the profound discontent that exists not only among the public but also within the security apparatus itself.
Moreover, economic woes such as bank insolvency and strict capital controls sharpen fears of systemic collapse. This environment of desperation leads many to contemplate emigration, reflecting a crisis of confidence that extends even to those in leadership roles.