Youth unemployment in China surged to 17.1% in July, marking the highest level of the year as the nation grapples with significant economic challenges. This sharp increase reflects a deteriorating job market for younger individuals amid broader economic strains affecting the world’s second-largest economy, as reported by AFP. The latest figures from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) reveal a marked rise from June’s 13.2%, highlighting growing difficulties for young job seekers. The youth unemployment rate peaked at 21.3% in June 2023 before authorities revised their methodology and cease…