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1
Q

Since 1978 what has led to economic growth?

A

Economic reforms and changes in government policy

2
Q

What percentage did export rise by between 1981-1994?

A

19% per year

3
Q

What was set up where foreign companies would receive tax breaks if they invested in manufacturing?

A

Special economic zones

4
Q

What did China do in 2001?

A

Joined the world trade organisation

5
Q

China’s growth was not TNC led but what?

A

Government led

6
Q

In 2010 how many workers were injured by a toxic chemical factory in Suzhou for Apple?

A

130 workers

7
Q

The economy of China grows what percentage per year?

A

10% per year

8
Q

China has been responsible for what percentage of global economic growth since 2000?

A

20%