Beijing’s Malls and Streets Deserted Where have the 22 million people gone?

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Beijing — a city of more than 21.8 million people — is now showing some of the clearest signs of China’s economic downturn. Once-bustling malls and shopping streets are becoming increasingly empty, many restaurants and small businesses are shutting down, and large companies are cutting jobs or relocating operations.
In this video, we follow real stories shared by bloggers and residents in Beijing:
— APM Mall and Guijie Street are quiet and deserted— Parkson, a landmark department store with a 30-year history, is closing down— Small restaurant owners struggle with high rent and rising costs— Equipment recyclers are busier than ever as more shops close— Office workers are laid off without compensation— Young professionals send out hundreds of resumes with no replies— Families face financial pressure and uncertainty about the future— Some residents choose to leave Beijing and return to their hometowns
At the same time, security and control measures in Beijing are becoming stricter, with tighter subway inspections, ID checks, and increased travel screening inside the city.
These voices reflect the challenges faced by workers, business owners, and ordinary families as Beijing undergoes major economic and social changes.


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