The Bridge to China How China became prosperous
Jul 24, 2024
Economist Professor Michael Dunford discusses China's journey from poverty to prosperity, focusing on strategies for sustainable growth. Topics include poverty reduction tactics, common prosperity initiatives, wealth disparity, economic development goals, and challenges in China's evolving economic landscape.
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Lhasa Visit
- Professor Michael Dunford recounts his visit to Lhasa, Tibet, highlighting the vibrant cultural preservation efforts.
- He observed active religious practice at Jokang Temple and other sites, alongside museums and schools dedicated to Tibetan art and manuscripts.
Geographic Challenges
- Geographic factors significantly affect regional disparities, as highlighted by the challenges faced in the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau.
- The region's high altitude and susceptibility to desertification pose obstacles to development.
Misleading Poverty Statistics
- Claims that China lifted 700 million people out of poverty since 1990 are misleading.
- They often misrepresent the timeline and magnitude of poverty alleviation efforts, overlooking earlier progress.