This edition of our Asia Pacific publication is devoted to articles on China. We have prepared many interesting features in collaboration with our editorial contributors from the industry who have shared their knowledge and experience in China.

Needless to say, the subject of China is complex and complicated. While the gathering and publishing of economic data and statistics have improved, the reporting and interpretation of these data remains subject to personal interpretation and bias. Many writers and analysts have an axe to grind. And, as was noted on many occasions by various sources, the government-reported data often serve political purposes and remain unreliable. So it is not so easy to get to the bottom of many matters.

In order to get better clarity, I will address several topics that I believe are important for investors. Hopefully, I can bring to your attention some of the issues that have not been sufficiently reported and discussed in the media.