Chinese Vice Premier underscores growth target, int´l cooperation amid crisis

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Source: CCTV.com | 03-23-2009 08:57

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The China Development Forum 2009 has opened in Beijing. In the context of the global economic crisis, this year's forum focuses on China's development and reform amid the turmoil. Officials and representatives from the business community are offering their views. And many say China is likely to take the lead in the economic recovery.

Chinese Vice Premier Li Keqiang addresses the opening | ceremony of the China Development Forum 2009 in Beijing,  capital of China, March 22, 2009. (Xinhua/Li Xueren)

Chinese Vice Premier Li Keqiang delivered an opening speech at the forum Sunday. He said the basic trend of China's economic development has not changed, despite challenges brought about by the global financial crisis. He also stressed that the crisis will mean an adjustment of policies.