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Explore the origins of the Weng'an incident, where the mysterious death of a girl led to mass riots, highlighting deep-seated social issues.
- 2008 was a peak year for China's economic growth and international image.
- The Weng'an incident was triggered by the mysterious death of a girl.
- The incident brought the remote town of Weng'an into national focus.
- Underlying issues included governmental mismanagement and social tensions.
- The violence reflected broader societal frustrations beyond local governance.
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