Beijing's ambitious programme to modernise the Yangtze river over the next 15 years, and build up a supporting road and rail network, is set to open up China's interior and transform its economic landscape. Since China first opened up its economy to the outside world in 1978, the division of spoils from its remarkable run of economic success has been distinctly lopsided. The eastern provinces boomed thanks to a decent transport infrastructure, subsidised economic zones and ready access to a network of ports up and down the coast.
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