Why is “around 5%” a realistic goal for China's economy in 2024?

03/08/24 • 27 min

Economic issues are a focal point for China's national legislators and political advisors during this year's Two Sessions. China has set an economic growth target of around 5% for 2024. What messages have been sent from this year's Two Sessions? How will they shape China's economic future?

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