Economic Development in Modern China Since 1949

by Guan Quan

Overview

As the second volume of a two-volume set on the Chinese economic history, this book investigates Chinese economic development since 1949, uncovering the momentum, unique models, and general laws of economy in China.

From the perspective of development economics, the two-volume set studies the economic history and development of China since 1912, with a focus on the quantitative analysis of economic activities. This volume describes the historical process and characteristics of the economy since 1949, then looks into the momentum and inner logic that underpin the economic development. The former part covers issues of agriculture, industry, population and labor force, urbanization and mobility, income distribution and poverty, and price changes. The latter part includes analyses on the capital formation, human resources, technological progress, institutions, macro policies, international trade, and direct investment.

This title will interest scholars and students working on Chinese economic history, the Chinese economy, and modern Chinese society.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781032531182
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	07/31/2023
Series:	China Perspectives
Pages:	284
Product dimensions:	6.12(w) x 9.19(h) x (d)

About the Author

Guan Quan is Professor at the School of Economics of Renmin University of China. His research interests include development economics, international economics, Chinese economy, and Japanese economy. His recent publications with Routledge include the two-volume Industrial Development in Modern China: Comparisons with Japan.

Table of Contents

Part I Preparatory Investigation 1. Overview of China’s Economic Development Part II Processes and Characteristics 2. Development and Change in Agriculture 3. Industrial Development and Upgrading 4. Development and Significance of the Service Industry 5. Demographic Changes and Labor Supply 6. Urbanization and Labor Mobility 7. Income Distribution and Poverty Issues 8. Price Changes and Citizens’ Life Part III Conditions and Causes 9. Formation of Capital: Savings and Investment 10. Human Resources: Education and Health 11. Technological Advancement: Introduction and Innovation 12. Institution Building: Government and Market 13. Macro Policy: Fiscal and Finance Issues 14. International Trade: Closed and Open 15. Direct Investment: “Invite In” and “Go Global” Part IV Summary and Outlook 16. China’s Experience and Prospects