THE PAST AND THE PRESENT
China, one of the last Communist holdouts, has made enormous advances over the last two decades in the direction of becoming an industrialized country with a market-driven financial system. Its people, a fifth of the world's populace, are still amid the world's poorest; however, the effects of quick industrialization and urbanization will make China a main economic power in the 21st century.
In 2000 and 2001, China's economy was performing moderately well. GDP growth was positive, although the actual rate was several percentage points below that which was reported. Price declines appear to be moderating. Budget deficits and national debt remain manageable, and the overall position in foreign trade, foreign debt, foreign investment and foreign reserves is excellent.
China's economic performance has fallen short in the critical area of job creation, primarily in the services sector. National employment growth in this sector stayed below 1% in 2000 and......

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