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Explore Mao's China, its intentions and outcomes, and trace the recent history and future challenges of China. Learn about the 1989 Tiananmen Square incident, China's WTO membership, Taiwan's quest for independence, and the rapid economic growth that positioned China as a major global player. Discover how China's economy may surpass that of the USA in the next 15 years.
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Mao’s China Intentions Outcome
Modern China Recent History & Future Challenges
CHINA in 2005 2001 granted WTO Membership
Taiwan • Democracy since 1989 • China wants re-unification • Taiwan wants independence
China Today (2007) • 1.3 Billion people • Rapideconomic growth (above 9.0%) • USA’s biggest trading partner • Mexico #2 • Economy may become larger than USA’s over next 15 years
Reading • China Since Mao
Reading • Liberalization in China