After over 30 years of sustained rapid development since the reform and opening up, China has achieved a stunning and eye-catching economic growth, enabling it to become the world's third largest economy with output of the staple industrial and agricultural products ranking top worldwide. China's international status is also rising by the day. From the "Clay-footed Giant" and "Sleeping Lion in the East" in the 18th Century to the "Soaring Dragon" in the 21st Century, China has traveled a long road of economic development. Nevertheless, for most foreigners, China is still strange, mysterious, intricate and unimaginable.

After over 30 years of sustained rapid development since the reform and opening up, China has achieved a stunning and eye-catching economic growth, enabling it to become the world's third largest economy Today; in the face of the spreading global financial crisis and its severe aftermaths, China has once again presumed the "image of a capable and responsible great power". The world focuses its attention on and looks forward towards China. Then, why does China hold the world's attention? Will China's economy continue to grow rapidly or will it collapse? What is Chinese economy's secret of success? Will China become a wealth); harmonious and democratic nation? What contributions will China make to the global economy? This book will set out to provide brief answers to all of these important questions.

Preface

China's Economic Geography

Development Course of China's Economy

China's Basic Economic System and Policies

The Standards and Achievements of China's Economic Development

The Challenges and Development Trends of China's Economy

China's Role and Postition in the Global Ecomomy