The 11 key achievements of China’s ‘iron premier’ Zhu Rongji – in his own words
Known for his sharp intellect, no-nonsense demeanour and relentless drive for reform, China’s former premier Zhu Rongji was the primary architect of the country’s transition from an isolated, rigidly planned economy to a market-driven titan connected to the rest of the world. During his tenure from 1998 to 2003, he engineered an economic “soft landing”, steered the nation through the Asian…
Zhu Rongji, China's former premier, was instrumental in the nation's economic transformation from a rigidly planned economy to a market-driven powerhouse. During his rule from 1998 to 2003, he guided the country through the Asian Financial Crisis, secured its entry into the WTO, and spearheaded Shanghai's revitalization. Here's a closer look at his key contributions, as conveyed in his own words.
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