China eyes shift in economic policy for 2018
2017-12-18 09:15:21 source:Global Times
December 17, 2017
With economic growth stabilized and a new central leadership installed following the 19th National Party Congress, China is set to map out major shifts in economic policy that could have far-reaching implications beyond 2018.
At this year's Central Economic Work Conference, top policymakers are likely to focus on shifts in priorities to put more focus on quality and stability rather than mere growth, while tackling specific issues such as mounting debt, poverty and pollution, top experts said on Sunday.
The conference will reportedly be held behind closed doors from Monday to Wednesday, with a final policy document expected to be released at the end of the meetings, as is customary. The conference, held annually since 1994, has become a key event as it sets the direction for economic policies for the following year.
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