Publisher's Synopsis
This reference work has been revised and updated to provide a contemporary picture of developments in China's domestic and foreign trade since the founding of the People's Republic of China. The book provides statistics on the domestic economy, significant because they are a faithful reflection of the trends and extent of social and economic progress in a country undergoing constant change. In the area of foreign trade, data covers the value and composition of imports and exports, relations with foreign countries, and the role of tourism.
