History of regional policy implementation in Chinese eastern provinces in 1990s (using the example of Zhejiang province)

Aim. To review the main directions of regional policy in one of the eastern provinces of China (Zhejiang Province) in the period 1990 to 2000.

Methodology. Historical approach, retrospective and comparative historical methods were applied in this work.

Results. In accordance with the provisions of the Eighth (1991–1995) and Ninth (1996–2000) fiveyear plans, Zhejiang province developed projects for socio-economic transformation, which formed the basis of regional policy in the eastern, western and central parts of the province. The retrospective method of research and the introduction of new historical documents on the regional history of the PRC into scientific circulation made it possible to identify two main stages in the development of Zhejiang Province in the 1990s: 1990–1995 and 1996–2000.

Research implications. The work will be useful in studying China’s historical experience in the implementation of regional policy in one of the most successful periods in China’s modern history and in studying the features of the development of Chinese partner regions with which Russia can develop cooperation.

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