China is the fastest growing country in the
world. Many
economists expect the 21 century to be China's century.
 Chinese former leader Dong Xiao Ping opened the door to western
countries in 1980's. Since then, China's GDP grows 9% each year
and
continuously for 20 years. (America is about 3%, Japan is about
1%). In
2005, China's GDP was ranked #4, after America, Japan and Germany.
The
experts believe China's GDP will be #2 in 2030 and #1 in 2050.
I remember when I came to the USA, the average monthly income
of Beijing
worker was 80 RMB (about $20.00). Now the average monthly income
is
about 3,200 RMB (about $400.00). It has increased 40 times in
the past
18 years. Compare how my USA salary has only increased 2 times
by the
same period.
I have one sister. I remember that her family only had one 20" TV,
a
washer and a bicycle before I came to US. Now, her family owns
entire
household electric stuff: 36" TV, refrigerator, microwave,
air condition
system. Also, she sold her old 700 square foot apartment and
bought a
huge (1,400 SF) luxury apartment! She is even thinking about
buying a
car!
When I came to the US, I had a "rich" feeling
because I lived in the
richest country, USA. Now, although the amount of money I earn
is still
more than my sister's. I feel I am "poor". You know
why? Because the
living costs are still low in China, especially the labor from
countryside. My sister can hire a nanny (800 RMB/month) but I
can not
because I do not have extra money for that. I have to cook dinner
and
clean my house after work, although I work for an America company
as a
principle engineer.
I am proud of my country. I am hoping she will grow continuously
at the
fast speed. I am hoping she will contribute to the well being
of people
in the whole world.
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