The nation is facing severe challenges and difficulties.
在历史上某个特殊的阶段，资源匮乏，民生凋敝，当时的境况可谓国步艰难，无数人为此付出了艰辛的努力。
During a particular historical phase, resources were scarce and people's livelihoods suffered; the situation at that time could be described as arduous, and countless individuals made strenuous efforts because of it.
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