Facing a possible economic recession, the Chinese government relies on promoting private sector. Can that work? By Orçun Göktürk – Beijing / China In an effort to stimulate recovery in the Chinese economy post-COVID-19, a series of policies have been implemented, such as strongly promoting the development of the private economy, increasing foreign investment, reducing loan interest rates, boosting demand ...
The decline in crimes against people, such as murder, injury, rape, and drug use; crimes against property, such as theft, extortion, and fraud; crimes against society, such as corruption and torture; and crimes against the weaker members of society, such as women, children, and refugees, is another indicator of a nation’s civilization. The fact that they provide a safe existence ...
By Orçun Göktürk The so-called Two Sessions, the reunion of the National People’s Congress (NPC) and the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) have started in the last week in Beijing. In the Two Sessions, China has determined a clear target for economic growth in 2021. The Two Sessions, considered also to be the world’s biggest legislative reunion, are the ...
The Communist Party of China (CPC) held its first general assembly in Shanghai on July 1, 1921, illegally and under dangerous conditions. This date was later accepted as the foundation date of the CPC, which is now 99 years old. From its humble beginnings, the CPC now has 91 million members. It administers its members and leads the people with ...