I prefer to think of this comment as more of a critique on the Chinese government than the people. However, with the way it is worded, you're right it seems to

I prefer to think of this comment as more of a critique on the Chinese government than the people. However, with the way it is worded, you're right it seems to be a direct attack on people. It is unfortunate that people of a nation get lumped together when discussing bad government policies.