The Unsilenced Voice: Gao Shanwen's Lasting Legacy in China's Economy The death of Gao Shanwen, a prominent Chinese economist who challenged the official GDP data, has sent shockwaves through Beijing's financial circles.
His passing serves as a reminder that speaking out against the powers that be comes with consequences. Gao's critiques of China's economic growth were not subtle.
In 2024, he questioned the country's GDP figures, stating that the economy was likely expanding at an average pace of around 2%, rather than the officially reported near 5% rate.