Economist John Ross: China's poverty reduction achievement is breathtaking

Source: CGTN

Update: Apr 16th, 2026, 3:20 PM

British economist John Ross notes that China is advancing steadily in line with its own targets. He highlights two major achievements: the successful lifting of 850 million people out of poverty since 1978 and the rejection of the Western "trickle-down" model. He contrasts this with the US, where economic growth has disproportionately benefited the top 10%, leaving the majority of the population behind and fueling political discontent.