Thursday, September 14, 2006

Free Enterprise
















China has been experimenting with the introduction of private business. It has been a great success, but it is not well regulated yet. The government imposes few standards, few safeguards. Pollution is a big problem. I believe China has a more unbridled market economy than we.

Undoubtedly, entrepreneurilism has improved the lives of many Chinese, especially in the cities. Above: Outdoor decorations at a promotion of modern kitchens. Below: the latest in children's bicycles: a model called 'The Happy Pig.'
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1 comment:

mac said...

Pretty Pig!

11:10 AM

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