Has Shenzhen lost its shine? -- Our best from the weekend

GUANGZHOU, China -- Shenzhen saw its population decline last year for the first time ever. This was partly because of the COVID-19 pandemic, but also as a result of changes in local government policies. Has the city lost its luster?   Read the full story here.	View in browser
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	Best from the weekend July 10, 2023

	Shenzhen, China's 'city of young migrants,' at point of inflection GUANGZHOU, China -- Shenzhen saw its population decline last year for the first time ever. This was partly because of the COVID-19 pandemic, but also as a result of changes in local government policies. Has the city lost its luster?   Read the full story here.
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