Beijing Review is China's only national newsmagazine in English. It is published every week in Beijing, by the China International Publishing Group (CIPG). Launched in March 1958, Beijing Review reports and comments on the country's social, political, economic and cultural affairs, policy changes and latest developments. It also offers in-depth analysis on major regional and international events, and provides consulting and information services.

Beijing Review • A News Weekly Magazine Published Since 1958

A New Starting Point

ELIMINATING THE THREAT OF COVID-19

SOCIETY

ECONOMY

WORLD

PEOPLE & POINTS

READY FOR THE NEXT GOAL • After meeting the target of eradicating absolute poverty, China ready to promote common prosperity

Poverty Alleviation in China • (1978-2020)

SUITING THE REMEDY TO THE CASE • How tailored solutions have brought poor residents in a southern fishing community out of poverty

China’s Garment Industry • (2019)

THREADS OF LIFE • A novel Cotton Road of common development is taking shape

AN INSPIRING VICTORY • In the process of eradicating absolute poverty in China, 750 million people have risen out of destitution since 1978. According to World Bank data, China’s poverty alleviation success means a reduction of more than 70 percent in global poverty. Some foreign diplomats to China share their views on the achievement:

A 21st-Century Worldview • President Xi Jinping’s book expounds China’s transformation in a changing world

Sharing of Visions • The BRICS Seminar on Governance and Cultural Exchange Forum 2020 took place virtually on December 3 and 4. More than 150 experts, officials and artists from China, Brazil, India, Russia and South Africa participated, sharing their insights into the governance of the world, the critical role of BRICS countries and how to promote cultural exchanges among the five. This is an edited excerpt of the remarks by some participants:

Fresh Uncertainties • Top nuclear scientist’s assassination heightens tensions over the Iranian nuclear issue

Every-Day Heroes • Model workers honored for dedication and persistence

Model Workers and Exemplary Individuals

From Darkness To Happiness • Art opens up new vistas for people with disabilities

Putting the Wind In the Sales • Subsidies and e-vouchers add energy to consumption at year-end

When the Bubble Bursts • Recent financial woes of mega rental firm underline the need for reform of the industry

Companies Switch Business Focus Post-Epidemic

NUMBERS

Accenting Accents • Awareness of the need for cultural diversity leads to drive to save local dialects

Images of Friendship

How Can China Raise Its Total Fertility Rate?

Why the West Lost Its Cool Over a West-Inspired Image