Exit the island: An Introduction to China's Economic and Technological Development: An Introduction to China's Economic and Technological Development

Author: Qi Qiansheng
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Publish Date: 2004-04-01
Features: Out of the Island is a collection of reflections by individuals who have personally experienced the establishment, development, and growth of China's economic and technological development zones. These reflections are imbued with deep affection, exude pride, demonstrate a sense of responsibility, and are even more exploratory. Out of the Island, as suggested by its subtitle, An Introduction to China's Economic and Technological Development Zones, is a comprehensive economic monograph dedicated to studying this specific phenomenon—the China's economic and technological development zones. Out of the Island is not a promotional pamphlet for the development zones, not a summary of work, nor the crystallization of long-term reflections by creators of the development zones' 20-year struggle, based on practical experience. The book is divided into two parts: History and Reality and Reality and the Future. The former focuses on empirical analysis of the past 20 years, while the latter emphasizes normative research on future development. For those unfamiliar with the development zones, browsing through the book can provide a comprehensive and clear understanding of the cause of the development zones. The primary readership of this book is theoretical researchers in China, particularly scholars who are interested in various disciplines such as theoretical economics, development economics, regional economics, world economics, institutional economics, finance, statistics, and law. For decision-makers promoting China's reform and opening-up, the book helps them understand the overall situation of China's opening-up and the future development trends. For young students and college students who are about to enter the field of development zones, the book serves as an introductory textbook. Of course, the book's greater significance is dedicated to the numerous colleagues who have strived for the cause of the development zones. The book's intent is constructive, hoping that the development zones can break free from their "island" status and integrate into the main melody of China's overall development. However, its tone is deeply rooted in a sense of urgency and crisis awareness. Speaking candidly, it does not shy away from the various problems that have emerged in the development zones' development. This is the responsibility and rightful stance of any Chinese intellectual with a conscience. Deeply loving the cause of the development zones and hoping for their renewed glory is the author's greatest aspiration and creative intention.