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China's unemployed young adults who are pretending to have jobs

China's unemployed young adults who are pretending to have jobs

Here is a 177-word summary of the news article: China is facing a high unemployment rate among its young adults. To address this issue, some individuals are resorting to paying to pretend they have jobs. These "rent-a-fighter" services allow unemployed youth to go into offices and appear as if they are working, even though they are not actually employed there. The services charge fees for the fake office spaces and provide uniforms, computers, and instructions on how to convincingly play the role of an employee. This allows the unemployed to maintain the illusion of having a job when speaking with family or friends. While the practice is widespread, it highlights the challenges facing China's younger generation in finding stable employment. The high youth unemployment rate is a significant concern for the country. These "rent-a-fighter" services provide a temporary solution, but do not address the underlying issues driving the employment crisis among Chinese youth.

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