The Qiushi Journal, a top theoretical publication of the Chinese Communist Party, recently published a commentary addressing the uneven nature of China's current economic recovery. The article explicitly acknowledges a "temperature gap" between the rapidly expanding artificial intelligence and high-tech sectors and the country’s more stagnant traditional industries.

While the journal notes that this economic divergence is a global phenomenon rather than one unique to China, it highlights the potential social risks associated with such a divide. The commentary serves as a signal that the government is aware of the uneven distribution of growth. The journal argues that while technological advancement is a priority for national development, it must be managed in a way that does not leave ordinary citizens or traditional workers behind. This acknowledgment suggests a shift in focus toward ensuring that the benefits of the "tech boom" are more inclusive, though the publication did not outline specific policy changes to bridge this divide.