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China Industry Being Slammed by Rising Costs
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Outdoor advertising that uses certain terms celebrating opulence and high-end living is no longer permitted.
China’s Wen Blames U.S. Monetary Policy For Inflation
The leader says the U.S. policy of quantitative easing is part of the problem.
Climbing Prices in China Not Slowing Down Spending
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Greenpeace Report Cites Toxins in Chinese Factory Towns
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Cotton Prices Hit New High
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China’s Q3 GDP Growth Slows to 9.6%
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China Attacks House Bill
The Chinese Ministry of Commerce said the bill conflicts with WTO tenets.
China Plans to Spur Consumer Spending
Premier Wen Jiabao said changes are needed to build a stronger economic foundation.