The mystery deepens: China
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The fact that Li Peng has not been seen by the public since before Apr 26, 1993, has led to speculation that he may be severely ill. Officials have reported that he is suffering from a bad cold. His deputy, Zhu Rongji, is taking advantage of his absence to gain power.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1993
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A devil on wheels in China
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The automobile industry is coming to China, which has only recently allowed the private ownership of cars. Luxury automobiles are attracting attention from the growing number of wealthy Chinese. There is now just one car for every 224 people in China.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1993
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The biggest prize: Alcatel in China
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China is an enormous growth market for the telecommunications industry, as it now has just two telephone lines for every 100 people, unlike richer countries that have twenty times as many. Alcatel is poised to invest heavily in this market.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1993
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