Best friends

Article Abstract:

The creation of the European Union has helped China create a counterweight to the US, as the union is set to become China's biggest trading partner and officials from both sides are working out modalities to improve ties further. There are, of course a host of difficulties that China faces with the country's human rights record topping the list of thorny issues but officials from both sides are confident that differences can be ironed out.

International economic relations, European Union, Powers and duties, Trade policy

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State giants still dominate

Article Abstract:

Despite the conception that a country's economic growth depends on its private sector, in China all the 33 top companies are identified to be either partially dominated or fully owned by the public sector. White goods maker Haier and computer-giant Legend are considered as the top two Chinese companies in the review list.

Electronic computers, Household Appliances, Computer industry, Economic aspects, Microcomputer industry, Home appliances industry, Appliance industry, Rankings, Qingdao Haier Refrigerator Company Ltd., Legend Computer Group Corp.

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The fine art of failure

Article Abstract:

The author examines China's international policies and its role as the newest member of the World Trade Organization. Topics include international politics, trade relations with the U.S., and aid to developing countries.

Developing Countries, Exports, Membership, International trade, World Trade Organization, World politics, Foreign assistance

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