This volume brings together a selection of important articles by the distinguished economist Wu Jinglian, published between 2013 and 2017. These writings reflect his insights on a range of major issues shaping China’s reform and development. Over this period, Professor Wu has advanced reform with notable dedication and professionalism, exerting significant influence both domestically and internationally.
The collection addresses fundamental topics such as the overall reform agenda, economic system transition, and the transformation of the development model. It also offers in-depth analyses of key economic and social issues, including the “new normal,” supply-side structural reform, state-owned enterprise reform, financial reform, property rights protection, and institutional anti-corruption. This book provides valuable perspectives for understanding the course of China’s reform, assessing economic trends, and exploring future development pathways. It will be of interest to all readers concerned with China’s reform and economic progress.

Wu Jinglian, recipient of the inaugural China Economics Award for Outstanding Contribution, is currently a Senior Research Fellow at the Development Research Center of the State Council. He also serves as a professor at the Graduate School of the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences (GSCASS), Chair Professor of Baosteel Economics at CEIBS, Adviser to the Executive Committee of the International Economic Association (IEA), Honorary President of the IEA, and a member of the International Management Institute.

Professor Wu’s research focuses on theoretical economics, comparative institutional analysis, and the theories and policies of China’s economic reform. He has long advocated market-oriented, law-based, and democratic reforms, making significant contributions to both the theory and practice of China’s reform. As a pioneer in comparative economic systems, he has also played a key role in introducing modern economic theories and international experience to China, thereby supporting its reform and development.