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Looking back at how China started to look to the outside world, gradually broke away from a Soviet-style planned economy and embraced the market since 1978
How the Compass Used to Steer China’s Reforms First Took Form on a Boat in 1985
The first installment in a five-part series about the economists behind China’s reform
Commentary: How Vietnam Became the Global Economy’s Newest Star
While much of the world turns inward, Hanoi has embraced radical openness and legal reform. The result is a $900 billion trade boom that has lured everyone from Nvidia to Nike
China’s He Lifeng Warns Against Protectionism at Davos, Cites Risks of ‘Law of the Jungle’
Amid rising tensions over global trade, China’s vice premier defends multilateralism and invites cooperation on climate, investment, and reform
Opinion: China’s New Trade Law Emphasizes Open Doors, and Sharp Teeth
While promoting digital and green trade, the updated statute expands the legal toolkit to retaliate against sanctions and safeguard national security
CX Daily: Four Things to Know About Hainan’s New Free Trade Framework
The aim is to build a hub that can rival established free ports, while remaining integrated with the domestic market
China Vows to Guarantee Forex Supply, Guard Against External Shocks
SAFE outlines agenda to ease currency access for firms, deepen reforms, and reinforce defenses against global shocks
Opinion: China’s Economic Blueprint for 2026 ― Resilience and Patience
Facing global headwinds, Beijing bets on the private sector and AI innovation to drive the next phase of high-quality growth
Four Things to Know About Hainan’s New Free Trade Framework
The aim is to build a hub that can rival established free ports such as Hong Kong and Singapore, while remaining deeply integrated with China’s vast domestic market
Beijing Sets Agricultural Agenda to Safeguard Food Supply and Rural Stability
Central Rural Work Conference outlines priorities for 2026, emphasizing the need to prevent a return to poverty and modernize the agricultural sector
Commentary: As Hainan Closes Its Customs Border, Hong Kong Must Find a New Purpose
Beijing’s new “closed customs” experiment won’t replace Hong Kong — but it will force the city to compete on institutional trust, not tax rates
Former Provincial Leader Sentenced to Death With Reprieve for Massive Graft
Su Zengtian, a former pioneer of Fujian’s economic reforms and cross-Strait relations, is sentenced to a suspended death penalty, exposing a decades-long nexus of land deals and political patronage that continued well after his retirement
China Sets 2026 Economic Priorities With Demand Revival at the Core
Beijing pledges more proactive but coordinated macro policies, keeps deficit target steady and shifts attention to consumption, income growth and targeted investment
China Signals Continued Expansionary Policy for 2026
Politburo will keep fiscal and monetary stance steady as new Five-Year Plan begins
Energy Insider: China Weighs Plan to Boost Iron Ore Production
NEV costs set to fall on cheaper lithium, Jiangxi Copper sees bid for U.K.’s SolGold rejected
Analysis: China’s Ambitious Elder-Care Plan Awaits a Practical Framework
The legal framework for voluntary guardianship is in place, but the system is grappling with cultural hesitation from seniors and high legal risks for potential care providers





