Since Xi Jinping took power, national security has taken top priority over Deng Xiaoping’s mantra of keeping a low profile and building the economy. Now US-China relations appear to be warming, Beijing should revive the economy and restore business confidence.
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Frank Dikötter of Hong Kong U argues there is more continuity than change in China after Mao, challenging perception of Deng Xiaoping as open-minded and reform-oriented.