China's next phase: Hu's new deal?

From: The China Business Review | Date: May 1, 2003| Author: | Copyright information

Anyone not excessively cynical about Hu Jintao's capabilities must recognize that he has made impressive political advancements since he became the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) chief in the fall of 2002. Hu's political achievements may not be reflected by his real power, but rather his new image in the minds of the Chinese people. Within months after the 16th CCP Congress, Hu has changed two widely held perceptions: first, that he is an incompetent figurehead, and second, that he is a mysterious, unknown leader. Remarkably, Hu has already outlined a new vision and a "New Deal" (xinzheng) for ...

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