Li Keqiang
Li Keqiang
Li Keqiangis the current Premier of the State Council of the People's Republic of China. An economist by training, Li is China's head of government as well as one of the leading figures behind Chinese economic policy. He is also the second-ranked member of the Politburo Standing Committee, the de facto top decision-making body of the country. Li is a major part of the "fifth generation of Chinese leadership".Li was named the World's 12th Most Powerful Person by the Forbes...
NationalityChinese
ProfessionPolitician
Date of Birth1 July 1955
CountryChina
In pursuing reform, we have to navigate uncharted waters. We may also have to confront protracted problems because we will have to shake up vested interests.
When neighbours interact with each other, it is only natural that sometimes they will run into problems of some kind or another. As long as they respect each other, properly manage differences, and pursue mutual benefits, there will be harmonious sound instead of jarring noises.
With its population making up one fifth of the world's total, China offers a market with enormous potential.
We need to leave to the market and society what they can do well.
Those who refuse to reform may not make mistakes, but they will be blamed for not assuming their historical responsibility.
I wish to reiterate solemnly China's continued firm support to Pakistan in its efforts to uphold independence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity.
China's reform and opening-up programme and Europe's integration process have both contributed significantly to global peace, development, and prosperity. China firmly supports the integration of Europe and regards the E.U. as a strategic partner that deserves our confidence.
China-Pakistan relationship is indeed special because it transcends the changes of the times and politics and represents a fine example of friendly state-to-state interactions.
China is still a developing country with a myriad of tasks and challenges.
China continues to welcome foreign investment, and the door will open even further.
China and India are friendly neighbours. We are also natural partners. Both of our countries stand for amicable and peaceful relations between countries and a multipolar world. The peaceful and friendly relations between our two countries is a blessing not just to Asia, but to also the whole world.
When there's downward pressure on growth, one choice is to adjust economic policy, increase deficits, relax monetary policy. That might have a short-term benefit, but may not be beneficial for the future.
Pakistan is the first South Asian country to sign a free trade agreement and currency swap agreement with China.
Ultimately, stable growth will ensure that urban and rural incomes increase and people's lives improve.