Why China is betting on local governments to spur the economy

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  China approves $840B plan to refinance local government debt, boost slowing economy

  World - ABC News - November 8
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  China Reveals $1.4 Trillion Plan to Bail Out Local Governments

  Business - The New York Times - November 8

• China Moves to Ease Debt Concerns---but Again Holds Off on Stimulus Measures

  World - The Wall Street Journal - November 8
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  China unveils 10tn yuan support for debt-stricken local government

  World - The Guardian - November 8

• China announces $1.4 trillion package over five years to tackle local governments' 'hidden' debt

  Business - CNBC - November 8

• Local government has become a chokehold for Chinese business

  World - Financial Times - October 28

• China’s economy braces for Trump

  World - Financial Times - Yesterday

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