Absorbing Quote by Deng Xiaoping
“Absorbing foreign capital and technology and even allowing foreigners to construct plants in China can only play a complementary role to our effort to develop the productive forces in a socialist society. Of course, this will bring some decadent capitalist influences into China. We are aware of this possibility; it's nothing to be afraid of.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Economic Reform Talk, China, 1978
Opening to foreign investment can boost productivity but may introduce capitalist ideas, which the state must manage.
In simple terms: Foreign investment helps growth but brings new ideas.
Key Takeaway
Balance openness with socialist goals.
Themes
economic reform
foreign investment
socialist development
cultural influence
Mood
cautious
optimistic
Type
policy
ideological
When to use this quote
- industrial policy
- technology transfer
- urban development
- education reform
Key Concepts
productivity
ideological control
globalization
Questions to Reflect On
- How to protect socialist values while embracing foreign tech?
- What safeguards prevent capitalist excess?
A Different Perspective
Risk of cultural erosion and inequality.
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