Zhu Rongji, who helped turn China into a trading giant, dies at 97
Summary
Zhu Rongji, a former Chinese Premier known for transforming China into a major global trading nation, died at age 97. He led important economic reforms, including China's entry into the World Trade Organization, and worked to modernize the economy and fight corruption.Key Facts
- Zhu Rongji served as China’s Premier from 1998 to 2003.
- He played a key role in China joining the World Trade Organization in 2002.
- His economic reforms included moving tax powers to the central government and privatizing failing state firms.
- Under his leadership, China became a global manufacturing powerhouse.
- These reforms led to rapid economic growth but also caused job losses for about 30 million people and increased inequality.
- Zhu was known for being tough and outspoken, criticizing corruption and poor local officials.
- He was born in 1928, studied electrical engineering, and joined the Communist Party in 1949.
- Zhu was removed from power twice during political purges but returned after Mao’s death and rose to high leadership roles.
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