Ep142: Does China need new pillars to support its economy?

05/12/2023 15 min
Ep142: Does China need new pillars to support its economy?

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Episode Synopsis

In the early 1990s, China enjoyed a period of rapid economic progress, as the government emphasised the importance of so-called pillar industries, including construction. In this podcast, Rory Green, Chief China Economist, TS Lombard suggests it's time for China to concentrate on new pillars to support the next stage of its development. The host is regular presenter, Duncan Bartlett from the SOAS China Institute.
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