Deng Xiaoping and the Path of Deepening Industrialization in Guangdong's Economic Special Zones
The establishment of economic special zones constitutes a remarkable innovation by the Chinese Communists and the Chinese populace in their quest for a socialist path with Chinese characteristics.Over the span of more than four decades,under the steadfast guidance and unwavering propulsion of Deng Xiaoping,Guangdong's economic special zones have forged a unique path of deepening industrialization with Chinese characteristics,transitioning from comparative advantages to com-petitive ones,thereby establishing a firm foundation for propelling Chinese-style modernization through novel industrializa-tion.The essence of this path,as explored by Deng Xiaoping within the context of Guangdong's economic special zones,hinges on several key principles:upholding the centralized and unified leadership of the CPC,embracing market-driven re-forms,fostering industrial transformation and upgrading,leading through technological innovation,pursuing comprehensive opening-up,and upholding the spirit of the special zones.Entering a new era,the economic special zones must shoulder the mission,maintain a progressive stance characterized,ensure the precise and effective implementation of the reform measures outlined in the Third Plenary Session of the 20th CPC Central Committee,and contribute to Chinese-style modernization.
Deng XiaopingGuangdong's Economic Special ZonesDeepening of IndustrializationReform and Opening-up