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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