Deng Xiaoping

Categories: Social Science
  • In 1978, Deng Xiaoping became a leading member of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). In contrast to Mao Zedong, he helped start the implementation of a free-market system in China. He also opened China to international trade. He remained an influential adviser to the CCP until his death in 1997.
  • Political Career

    Deng Xiaoping rose to power at a time when many Chinese citizens were starving because of Mao's failed economic policies. In 1978, he led China through an economic reform program. This allowed the citizens to engage in private enterprise and international trade.
  • Achievement

    Deng Xiaoping started the trend of designating special economic zones in China where capitalistic principles prevail. Shenzhen, once a fishing village, is now a bustling industrial center mainly because of his economic policies. Chinatravel.net: Shenzhen Travel Guide
  • Trivia

    1. Worked as a train conductor, waiter, and factory worker when he was 16 TIME: The Last Emperor (March 3, 1997)
    2. Married 3 times SACU.org: Deng Xiaoping 1904-1997
    3. Underwent 7 assassination attempts Beijing International Travel Website: Deng Xiaoping

  • Quotes

    "It doesn't matter whether it's a black cat or a white cat; as long as it can catch mice, it's a good cat." MSN Encarta: Deng Xiaoping Quick Facts
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