Dec. 31 – As we look back on 2009, the year ends with a more upbeat feel to it than it started with 12 months prior. 2point6billion.com publisher Chris Devonshire-Ellis take a look at the year that was in China and India, drawing some contrasts and comparisons between the two Asia giants and laying out some predictions for the coming year.
China’s Mixed Signals in a Strange Year
As we look back on 2009, the year ends with a more upbeat feel to it than 12 months previously when the true impact of the global recession was making its scale apparent. However, 2009 was a strange year and it is with a mixture of some relief and concern that many can put the past 12 months to bed.
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India’s Unique Chance to Finally Stand Up
The year 2009 ends in India with on an upbeat note. That is some relief after the tragedy of the Mumbai terror attacks at the end of last year, and a strong signal of the resilience of both the nation and its people. However, warnings over unresolved and long standing political issues remain.
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