Chinese authorities announced new measures to boost consumption on Monday, as fresh economic data suggested that the country's post-Covid recovery is running out of steam and growth is slowing.

Official figures released Monday showed factory activity contracting for the fourth straight month in July, adding to a run of dismal economic data that has ramped up calls for government support measures.

A sluggish job market and general uncertainty over the future mean consumer confidence is low.

China's State Council released on Monday a 20-point plan to increase consumption across the board, touching on housing, culture and tourism, as well as green consumption such as electric vehicles.

The measures aim to increase the supply of subsidised rental accommodation and try to solve other problems around housing, particularly for young people.

Once a driving force behind the economy, a crisis in the real estate sector means many developers are now fighting for their survival, exacerbating a crisis of confidence among potential buyers.&nbsp;

The State Council also said it would support the expansion of large-scale festivals and sporting events both on and offline, as well as an increase in spending on services involving catering and healthcare.

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Infrastructure in rural areas will be improved to boost digital and green consumption, it added.

Officials told reporters they would "unleash consumption potential by optimising policy and institutional design" in the second half of the year.

<h2>PMI contracts again&nbsp;</h2>

Earlier on Monday the official manufacturing purchasing managers' index (PMI) -- a key measure of factory output -- came in at 49.3, below the 50-point mark that separates expansion and contraction, according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS).

July's reading was slightly higher than June's 49.0 figure and was better than forecast in a Bloomberg survey.

"The overall level of manufacturing prosperity continued to improve," NBS statistician Zhao Qinghe said in a statement.

The non-manufacturing PMI, which measures business sentiment in the services and construction sectors, fell to 51.5 in July from 53.2 in June, as activity in capital market services and real estate shrank.

"The data release showed mixed messages," Zhiwei Zhang, an analyst at Pinpoint Asset Management, wrote in a note, adding "it seems the economic momentum is still quite weak".

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China&nbsp;this month said its economy grew 6.3 per cent in the second quarter, much weaker than the 7.1 per cent predicted in an AFP survey of analysts.

The country's top leaders, known as the Politburo, have warned that the economy faces "new difficulties and challenges" as well as "hidden dangers in key areas".

Zhao also pointed to a low volume of overseas orders, describing a "complicated and severe external environment" and lacklustre demand as major challenges for Chinese manufacturers.

In June, exports dived 12.4 per cent, their biggest decline in three years, according to customs figures.&nbsp;

"The Politburo meeting acknowledged the challenge the economy faces," said Zhang, the analyst.

"The key issue is what policies will be launched after the meeting and how effective they will be."

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Chinese authorities announced new measures to boost consumption on Monday, as fresh economic data suggested that the country's post-Covid recovery is running out of steam and growth is slowing.

Chinese authorities announced new measures to boost consumption on Monday, as fresh economic data suggested that the country's post-Covid recovery is running out of steam and growth is slowing. Official figures released Monday showed factory activity contracting for the fourth straight month in July, adding to a run of dismal economic data that has ramped up calls for government support measures. A sluggish job market and general uncertainty over the future mean consumer confidence is low. China's State Council released on Monday a 20-point plan to increase consumption across the board, touching on housing, culture and tourism, as well as green consumption such as electric vehicles. The measures aim to increase the supply of subsidised rental accommodation and try to solve other problems around housing, particularly for young people. Once a driving force behind the economy, a crisis in the real estate sector means many developers are now fighting for their survival, exacerbating a crisis of confidence among potential buyers. The State Council also said it would support the expansion of large-scale festivals and sporting events both on and offline, as well as an increase in spending on services involving catering and healthcare. Also read | China launches steps to expand consumption in automobile, real estate sectors Infrastructure in rural areas will be improved to boost digital and green consumption, it added. Officials told reporters they would "unleash consumption potential by optimising policy and institutional design" in the second half of the year. PMI contracts again Earlier on Monday the official manufacturing purchasing managers' index (PMI) -- a key measure of factory output -- came in at 49.3, below the 50-point mark that separates expansion and contraction, according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). July's reading was slightly higher than June's 49.0 figure and was better than forecast in a Bloomberg survey. "The overall level of manufacturing prosperity continued to improve," NBS statistician Zhao Qinghe said in a statement. The non-manufacturing PMI, which measures business sentiment in the services and construction sectors, fell to 51.5 in July from 53.2 in June, as activity in capital market services and real estate shrank. "The data release showed mixed messages," Zhiwei Zhang, an analyst at Pinpoint Asset Management, wrote in a note, adding "it seems the economic momentum is still quite weak". Also read | China does not contribute to global peace and stability, say over 70% respondents in Pew survey China this month said its economy grew 6.3 per cent in the second quarter, much weaker than the 7.1 per cent predicted in an AFP survey of analysts. The country's top leaders, known as the Politburo, have warned that the economy faces "new difficulties and challenges" as well as "hidden dangers in key areas". Zhao also pointed to a low volume of overseas orders, describing a "complicated and severe external environment" and lacklustre demand as major challenges for Chinese manufacturers. In June, exports dived 12.4 per cent, their biggest decline in three years, according to customs figures. "The Politburo meeting acknowledged the challenge the economy faces," said Zhang, the analyst. "The key issue is what policies will be launched after the meeting and how effective they will be." WATH WION LIVE HERE:

China increases consumption after disappointing post-Covid economic recovery data

Chinese authority on Monday (June 6) banned tattoos for minors owing to the newly enacted rules by China's State Council, Global Times reported. As per the new rules, companies, organisations or individuals are restricted from providing tattooing services to minors. They also can not coerce, or foment, inducing the minors to get tattooed.&nbsp;

The report by a China-based media outlet further added that the tattoo service providers must post obvious statements in their shops that they can not provide service to minors. They are supposed to ask for identity proof if they are doubtful about the age of customers.&nbsp;

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The rule also states that advertisements, books, journals or digital publications shall not include any content that could, in a way, attract minors to get tattoos.&nbsp;

It has also been advised that parents and guardians should dissuade their kids from seeking tattooing.&nbsp;

The report added that government agencies are required to support the new regulation.&nbsp;

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Earlier in March, Shanghai had barred minors from getting tattoos legally, without their parents’ approval.&nbsp;

At that time, the city had become the first in China to set a minimum legal age for those wanting to get inked.&nbsp;

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Chinese authority on Monday (June 6) banned tattoos for minors owing to the newly enacted rules by China's State Council, Global Times reported. As per the new rules, companies, organisations or individuals are restricted from providing tattooing services to minors.

Chinese authority on Monday (June 6) banned tattoos for minors owing to the newly enacted rules by China's State Council, Global Times reported. As per the new rules, companies, organisations or individuals are restricted from providing tattooing services to minors. They also can not coerce, or foment, inducing the minors to get tattooed. The report by a China-based media outlet further added that the tattoo service providers must post obvious statements in their shops that they can not provide service to minors. They are supposed to ask for identity proof if they are doubtful about the age of customers. ALSO READ | Prosecutors to seek 15 years for Bolivian former President Jeanine Anez The rule also states that advertisements, books, journals or digital publications shall not include any content that could, in a way, attract minors to get tattoos. It has also been advised that parents and guardians should dissuade their kids from seeking tattooing. The report added that government agencies are required to support the new regulation. ALSO READ | Dominican environment minister's childhood friend kills him in his office WATCH | Proud boys leader charged with sedition in 2021 Capitol Hill riots case × Earlier in March, Shanghai had barred minors from getting tattoos legally, without their parents’ approval. At that time, the city had become the first in China to set a minimum legal age for those wanting to get inked. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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