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"It is wrong to transfer the industrial chain back to one's own country since the economy is globalized… It is impossible for any country to build up total factor productivity on its own, and the cost of building a total factor industrial chain is relatively high for any country." Yao Yang, Dean and professor with National School of Development at Peking University, in an interview with Beijing Cultural Review, a bimonthly Chinese magazine, on April 24 "President Trump's decision to harm an agency whose sole purpose is to protect the health and wellbeing of the world's peoples is a crime against humanity. Richard Horton, Editor in Chief of The Lancet, a weekly medical journal, criticizing U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to suspend funding to the World Health Organization on April 25. [Extracted from the article]

This section offers news briefs concerning the Chinese economy as of January 24, 2019. Assistant Finance Minister Xu Hongcai has announced the introduction of more tax cuts. The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology has reported an increase in the country's value-added industrial output in the first 11 months of 2018. Housing prices in major cities have remained stable in December 2018

The article focuses on the solar power industry in China. According to Jesse W. Pichel, senior research analyst of Piper Jaffray, wafer capacities will grow through the production increase of domestic polysilicon supply. Expansion of the market of solar energy in China is expected due to the encouragement of the Chinese government.

Examines the status of job creation in the United States. Economic recovery; Industrial productivity; Control of outsourcing activities.

The article reports on aspects of the growth in the industrial output of high technology and equipment manufacturers in China in 2018. It mentions that the industrial output increased by a certain percentage year on year in May according to the government agency National Bureau of Statistics in the country.

In this article, the author explores views on impact of scientific and technological revolution and industrial transformation on traditional production and industries. It mentions advantages of intelligent technologies to boost development by transform the manufacturing industry from standardized production into intelligent production; and also mention concern related to changes in the global value chain, unemployment, and imbalance between oversupply of traditional physical capital.

Statistics are presented on the percentage of the consumer price index growth in China in 2018, its year-on-year output growth, and its crude oil output in tons.

An essay is presented about the supply-side structural reform outlined in the 13th Five-Year Plan of the Chinese Central Government. Topics discussed include efforts launched by the government to address steel and coal overcapacity in the region, the reduction of coal and crude steel production capacity in 2016 based on Chinese National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) data, and the link between supply-side reform and the price increase recorded for industrial products.

The article reports that the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has reported that China's industrial output growth expanded 9.7 percent year-on-year in July 2013, 0.8 percent higher than the growth in June 2013.

In the article, the author claims that China's economy is cooling and heading for slowed growth over the medium term and suggests that China adjust its growth pattern to address key challenges and imbalances. He forecasts, among others, that China will have a moderate slowdown in 2012 and the accumulation of labor and total factor productivity are likely to decelerate. The author also cites the key reforms, including removing the subsidies to industry, needed to rebalance the growth pattern.

The article discusses the Chinese government's plan to develop Zhejiang Province in the Zhoushan Archipelago as of July 2011. It states that the country has three zones of new development, the Pudong New Area, Shanghai, Binhai New Area, Tianjin, and Liangjiang New Area, Chongqing. The latest, however, is Zhejiang, but it reports that the focus this time will be on developing its marine economy. This means that instead of focusing on industrial output, it will be set up as a maritime port, sensitive to its natural environment.

This article discusses the move of China to reduce its export quota for rare earths for the first half of 2011. The government made the move based on rare earth output, market demand and the need for sustainable development. Observers expressed concerns over the reckless exploitation of rare earths in the country to meet demand. They predict prices of rare earths to increase due to a lack of supply.

The article reports on the new nationwide advertising campaign of BMW China at the 11th Beijing International Automotive Exhibition from April 25 to May 2, 2010. The campaign seeks to attract Chinese consumers by incorporating traditional and unique Chinese elements into its new line of cars. In response to its goal to increase productivity, BMW A.G. and Shenyang Brilliance Jinbei Automobile Co. Ltd. have joined to invest 6 billion euros in an effort to expand the capacity of Shenyang factory.

The article reports on the increase in China's purchasing managers' index (PMI) in August 2016 as production and market demand grew during the period.

The article focuses on the five-year plan for China's scientific and technological progress, highlighting the total factor productivity.

The article presents statistics on the Chinese automobile industry including the total output of Chinese automobile manufacturers in the first five months of 2009, the number of passenger automobiles sold by China in the first five months of the year, and the number of commercial vehicles produced in the first five months.

The article focuses on the reorganization of the steel industry in China, in response to the economic crisis. An overview of the mergers and acquisitions activities across the country is offered. According to the plan, the total production capacity of China's top five steelmakers will account for more than 45 percent of the country's total after the restructuring is complete. It cites some of the problems facing the industry in 2009.

The article reports on the revitalization plan of the Chinese government for the iron and steel industry. The plan involves accelerating the sector's overall upgrade and the transformation of its big players into strong international competitors. Among the development goals are advancing technical and innovative capabilities and restoring iron and steel output to a reasonable level.

This section offers news briefs related to business in China. The Shanghai Composite Index closed a record high on the last trading day in September 2007 before the National Holiday from October 1-7, 2007. Foreign and private companies contributed significantly to the rise in industrial profit to 37% year-on-year from January to August 2007. Dell will partner with local retailer Gome Group for the sale of personal computers in China.

Reports developments related to the economic conditions in China. Percentage of industrial growth; Total of the volume of foreign trade; Contribution of machinery and electrical products to exports; Prediction of retail sales increase in the catering industry; Decline of prices for agricultural produce.

Focuses on the rapid economic and social development in China. Analysis of the economic growth using the neo-classical model; Implementation of initiatives that boost development of the private economy and local specialized industries; Increase in industrial productivity through new machinery, better technology and investment in infrastructure.

Presents industrial statistics in China from January to March 2005. Added value of all state-owned enterprises and non-state enterprises with annual sales of over five million yuan; Increase in exports of industrial products; Prices of industrial goods; Total retail sales in the catering sector.

Reports on the economic conditions in China. Industrial growth; Prices of industrial goods; Consumer price index; Financial performance of various companies; Foreign direct investments; Overseas investment projects.

Reports economic developments in China as of October 2004. Growth of the foreign trade value; Escalation of the investment by state-owned and state-holding enterprises; Continuation of industrial profit increase.

Reports on the value and vitality of established incubators for science and technology-based enterprises in China. Transformation of scientific research into productive outputs; Training of specific personnel and technology industrialists; Delivery of investment and financial services.

Focuses on the status of the industrial and financial sector of China. Industrial production growth rate of China in October 1998; Information on the financial sector of the country.

Presents statistics on the economy of China for 1999. Gross domestic product; Agricultural production; Industrial growth.

The article reports on continued acceleration of China's industrial production in November 2012 which indicates that the nation's economy is rebounding.

The article presents number statistics including the amount of Japanese government bonds China bought in October 2010, and the increase in output of 10 nonferrous metals including aluminum and copper.

The author discusses the emergence of the world economy from the financial crisis. He notes that the global gross domestic product has started to stabilize and industrial productivity is expected to increase during the first half of 2010. He mentions that the growth of the banking and consumer sectors are slower than expected, although the business sector continues to recover from its losses. He cites that the availability of credit to developing countries is scarce and interest rates continue to be high.

The article reports on the celebration ceremony held at a factory of First Automobile Works Group Corp. in Changchun, Jilin Province October 20, 2009 as China's assembly line marks the roll out of its 10 millionth vehicle. Factory workers signed their names on a new Jiefang truck model as part of the celebration. According to the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers, the U.S. and Japan are the two other countries in the world to have an annual auto output topping the 10 million mark. The estimated total auto output for 2009 is 12 million.

This section offers news briefs related the Chinese economy. The National Development and Reform Commission plans to address production overcapacity in six sectors. The first-phase acquisition of a 45% stake in Nobel Oil Group has been settled by China Investment Corp. A partnership was formed between Baidu Inc. and China Unicom to offer wireless search services for the carrier's third-generation mobile subscribers.

This article reveals that the construction industry has become the fourth major contributor to mainland China's economic growth in 2007, according to the China Construction Industry Association (CCIA). The industry's total output in 2007 was valued at five trillion yuan based on the September 23, 2008 figures issued by the CCIA. Two major drivers of the industry's development are scientific and technological development, the CCIA notes.

The article reports on the rise of steel prices in China in March 2008 due to strong demand. The China Iron and Steel Association (CISA) website noted that the domestic steel prices have increased by almost 20% in the first quarter of the year. The domestic steel price index for the month climbed by 32.51 points to 142.31 points compared to the same month in 2007. Aside from strong demand, CISA attributed the price increase to the low steel output and the rising fuel prices.

The article focuses on the economic development made in the equipment manufacturing and information industries in China. The author pointed out that the country's manufacturing sector exists on a large scale but is anything but competitive, as it is weak in sophisticated manufacturing techniques. Furthermore, it is necessary that Chinese companies should enhance their ability to innovate, to bolster the made-in-China brand with internationally competitive products. Finally, the transformation of Chinese companies from assemblers to real manufacturers puts the country's innovation capacity to the test.

Reports on the approval of the China State Council on a development policy for the steel industry nationwide to speed up regrouping and preventing an over expansion of its production capacity.

Reports on the growth of bus production in China.

Reports on China's steel output production in 2003 compared to annual steel output worldwide.

Reports on strong performance of China's industrial enterprises in the first quarter of 2003. Growth posted by heavy and light industries; National gross industrial added value.

Reports on the growth in the industrial productivity of China in the first quarter of 2002.

Looks at the industrial production ranking of China from the period 1978 to 1997. Average economic growth of the country during the period; Average gross domestic product growth of the country in the same period.

Provides information on the Chinese industrial structure. Division of the primary, secondary and tertiary sectors; Commodity composition of imports and exports; Output of Chinese industrial and agricultural products.