China advances western development drive under Xi
China has launched an extensive development program aimed at its western provinces. The drive combines economic investment with efforts to strengthen central government authority.
Topic cluster
infrastructure update
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AFBytes briefing
Expanded Chinese infrastructure spending can influence global commodity demand and trade patterns that affect U.S. exporters and energy prices.
Key entities
- China
What to watch next
- Track quarterly Chinese fixed-asset investment data for signs of acceleration in western provinces.
- No near-term market-moving data release is associated with this project update.
Jinchang advances public training base construction
Officials in Jinchang reported continued progress on a district public training base project intended to support local livelihood programs.