China: Then & Now

IN just 60 years, China has transformed itself from an agrarian society into a modern industrial nation.

From producing only one world sports champion in 1959 to over 100 during the Beijing Olympics, the world has been watching China's drastic growth. These numbers tell the story:

Photos: ST Graphics, Mike M Dizon    

Videos on China's 60th anniversary:

» Granddaughter's shop markets Mao
» China on the move for 60th holidays
» China looks back, 60 years on
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» Obama and Mao meet in a T-shirt

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