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China by 2005 - Coggle Diagram
China by 2005
Political Situation
Jiang Zemin served as the General Secretary of the Chinese Communist Party until 2002, overseeing a smooth transition.
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Jiang's regime suppressed dissent, exemplified by the crackdown on the Falun Gong spiritual movement in 1999.
Jiang used the repressive power of the party to stifle organized dissent in China, yet he had great tolerance for criticism of government policies voiced by individual intellectuals.
During Jiang's rule, there were no significant purges of senior officials, leading to political stability and relative tranquility.
Jiang completed the dismantling of Maoist China begun by his predecessor Deng Xiaoping, when he formally invited China’s “new social strata” – private entrepreneurs, employees of foreign firms and the self-employed – to join the party.
The goal of communism was no longer a driving force for change and industrialisation in china but the Three Represents. This gave them a way to promote productive forces while defending the fundamental intests of the people
Economic Situation
Jiang embraced market-oriented economic policies, continuing Deng Xiaoping's reforms.
China welcomed foreign direct investment, driving economic growth.
China successfully entered the World Trade Organization (WTO) in 2001, facilitating international trade.
China's economy experienced significant growth, with exports increasing tenfold from $250 billion to $2.5 trillion between 2000 and 2019
Jiang's era saw the growth of private enterprise, symbolized by the emergence of companies like Alibaba.
Social Situation
China underwent rapid modernization, with the emergence of shopping centers, foreign fast-food chains, and improved infrastructure.
increasing numbers of people moved to cities, contributing to economic growth.
A shift towards Western culture and consumerism, including an interest in Western music and food.
Despite economic growth, social issues like inequality and corruption persisted, leading to occasional protests.
International Situation
Jiang cultivated a stable relationship with the US, managing to avoid significant conflicts.
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China began to assert itself more on the international stage, particularly in trade and diplomacy.