Routledge - China's Economic Challenge: Smashing the Iron Rice Bowl

Gain a deep understanding of the reality behind China's economic modernization. This book provides a detailed look at the industrial forces shaping the nation's economy and the ways economic agents behave during periods of change. It moves past surface-level observations to examine what government intentions really are during this period of transition. Readers will explore the many contradictions and difficult choices that arise when moving from a centralized system to a market-oriented economy. The text examines major developments including China's WTO membership and the massive Three Gorges Project. It also addresses the widening gap between urban and rural areas and how the government works to protect its own interests while trying to maintain stability. This is a necessary resource for those studying business and economic history in the context of China's evolving landscape.