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Balance of payments and currency policy in China’s development

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  • Carnevali, Emilio
  • Passarella, Marco Veronese
  • Zhang, Dongna

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This paper offers a summary and evaluation of China’s development strategy over the past four decades, focusing on its transition to an open economy. On the one hand, it underscores the role played by international trade and the shift from central planning to market-driven resource allocation. On the other hand, it highlights the role of active government intervention, particularly in managing the balance of payments and contributing to China’s success. The paper also addresses the controversies surrounding China’s exchange rate policy, including accusations of “currency manipulation”. The model presented suggests that the scope for a quick nominal revaluation of the Renminbi with respect to the US dollar during the initial stages of the reform era was limited. This finding contributes to a more informed and evidence-based discussion on international macroeconomic imbalances.

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  • Carnevali, Emilio & Passarella, Marco Veronese & Zhang, Dongna, 2025. "Balance of payments and currency policy in China’s development," Structural Change and Economic Dynamics, Elsevier, vol. 74(C), pages 405-415.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:streco:v:74:y:2025:i:c:p:405-415
    DOI: 10.1016/j.strueco.2025.04.010
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    JEL classification:

    • F32 - International Economics - - International Finance - - - Current Account Adjustment; Short-term Capital Movements
    • P2 - Political Economy and Comparative Economic Systems - - Socialist and Transition Economies
    • H11 - Public Economics - - Structure and Scope of Government - - - Structure and Scope of Government
    • O19 - Economic Development, Innovation, Technological Change, and Growth - - Economic Development - - - International Linkages to Development; Role of International Organizations

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