Number: RL30519 Title: THE GROWTH OF THE PRIVATE SECTOR IN CHINA AND IMPLICATIONS FOR CHINA'S ACCESSION TO THE WORLD TRADE ORGANIZATION Authors: Wayne M. Morrison, Foreign Affairs, Defense, and Trade Division Abstract: This report provides background and analysis on the development of the private sector in China. It examines China's economic reforms and causes of economic growth, the changing composition of China's economy, and government policies to encourage the development of private enterprise in China. It also discusses various implications for China's private sector, as well as U.S. firms doing business in China, resulting from China's accession to the World Trade Organizations. Pages: 19 Date: Updated March 28, 2001