Has China Got What It Takes?

In the midst of a U.S. war on terrorism, China has risen to global prominence, poised to become the superpower of the 21st century. The global giant is fueled by economic success, but wealth is just one piece of the puzzle, readers suggest, as the new power must tackle a world of troubles

As China emerges as an international power [Jan. 22], the West must be wary of a brain drain. In order to be a manufacturing giant, the Chinese must get all the know-how as well. As capitalist businesses become increasingly focused on earning quarterly profits through...

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