Mineral resources and basic industries in the People's Republic of China
An industrial renaissance is underway in the People's Republic of China (PRC) that should gain momentum in the years ahead. Chinese mineral developments, especially in petroleum, have been increasing. A very large coal industry is in existence. The steel industry ranks fifth or sixth in the world. The PRC is also prominent in fertilizer, cement, and salt production, and its export metals are well known. The author reviews the history of growth in the mineral industry and its present supply position; evaluates policy considerations and regional technical factors affecting mineral development; and assesses the PRC's mineral trade and its efforts to obtain equipment, supplies, and new technology. The minerals and energy resources, fertilizers and chemicals, trade and prospects are discussed, after which China's industrial outlook is summarized. (MCW)
- OSTI ID:
- 7208883
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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