L1-China&39;s Economic Conditions(2)

CONTENTS

SUMMARY

MOST RECENT DEVELOPMENTSBACKGROUND AND ANALYSIS

An Overview of China’s Economic Development

China’s Economy Prior to ReformsThe Introduction of Economic Reforms

China’s Economic Growth Since Reforms: 1979-2005Causes of China’s Economic GrowthMeasuring the Size of China’s EconomyForeign Direct Investment in ChinaChina’s Trade Patterns

China’s Major Trading PartnersMajor Chinese Trade Commodities

Major Long-Term Challenges Facing the Chinese EconomyOutlook for China’s Economy and Implications for the United States