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China local government finances

China Unveils $1.7 Trillion Package to Address Mounting Local Debt Woes

China Unveils $1.7 Trillion Package to Address Mounting Local Debt Woes

By Lizzi C. Lee
Despite comprehensive plans, market skepticism persists amid limited consumer stimulus and lingering long-term fiscal challenges.

A Growing Sense of Urgency: Is This Beijing’s Economic Reckoning?

A Growing Sense of Urgency: Is This Beijing’s Economic Reckoning?

By Lizzi C. Lee
Liquidity isn’t enough – China needs fiscal action and structural overhaul for a sustainable recovery.
The Real Challenge to the CCP’s Third Plenum Vision

The Real Challenge to the CCP’s Third Plenum Vision

By Zhuoran Li
Competition and friction between China’s different levels of government is going to complicate implementation of the reform agenda. 

China’s Third Plenum Shines Light on Center-Local Fiscal Challenges

China’s Third Plenum Shines Light on Center-Local Fiscal Challenges

By Jennifer Lee
China watchers should temper their expectations and anticipate incremental changes building off of existing policy rather than deep reform. 

China’s ‘Fragmented Authoritar­ianism’ During the COVID-19 Pandemic

China’s ‘Fragmented Authoritar­ianism’ During the COVID-19 Pandemic

By Zhenze Huang
China’s pandemic response has been heavily mediated by the always-complex relationship between central and local governments.

What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?
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What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?

China’s ‘Circular 15’ Addresses Local Governments’ Hidden Debts

China’s ‘Circular 15’ Addresses Local Governments’ Hidden Debts

By Sara Hsu
Local government financing vehicle bonds are coming under increasing scrutiny as a source of financial risk.

The Future of Fiscal Federalism in China

The Future of Fiscal Federalism in China

By Xinling Wang
Is the central government ready to hand fiscal autonomy to local officials?
Is China Ready for a Property Tax?

Is China Ready for a Property Tax?

By Xinling Wang
The announced tax is part of the Chinese government response to property market changes.

China’s Market Reforms: Land and Debt

China’s Market Reforms: Land and Debt

By Mercy A. Kuo
Insights from Spencer Cohen.

The Trouble With China's Latest Subway-Building Binge

The Trouble With China's Latest Subway-Building Binge

By Spencer Sheehan
 New models are necessary to avoid the mistakes of the past.

China’s 'Two Sessions' and the 2017 Economic Outlook

China’s 'Two Sessions' and the 2017 Economic Outlook

By Spencer Sheehan
Li's work report was light on new economic reforms, indicating that stability remains the government's main goal.
How Much Bad Debt Can China Absorb?

How Much Bad Debt Can China Absorb?

By Sara Hsu
The numbers suggest that there are limits to the non-performing debt China’s government can handle.

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