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February 4, 2013

Hazy Beijing Decisions

The National, The National

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China's industrial development in the 30 years has been staggering, pulling hundreds of millions out of poverty. The command economy that pulled off such a feat is credited with the recent decades of relative social stability. The cost, however, has been quality of life. The smog requires a new strategy from Beijing: a transparent plan to clear the air.

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TAGGED: pollution, China, Beijing

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