China by 2005
Political Situation
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Jiang Zemin's Leadership
Appointed as general secretary of the Chinese Communist Party in 1989.
Oversaw the suppression of the Tiananmen Square protests in 1989.
Served as State President until 2003.
Remained head of the central military commission until 2004.
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Transition Away from Maoism
Abandonment of the "ultimate goal of communism."
Introduction of the "Three Represents" doctrine.
Emphasis on economic reforms and national prosperity.
Social Situation
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Economic Transformation
Rapid economic growth and development.
Introduction of market-oriented policies.
Entry into the World Trade Organization (WTO) in 2001.
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Economic Transformation
Rapid economic growth and development.
Introduction of market-oriented policies.
Entry into the World Trade Organization (WTO) in 2001
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