Predeparture Research: Hangzhou/Suzhou Area

Suzhou Industrial Park

Back in 1992, the late Chinese leader, Deng Xiaoping, wanted to construct a modern industrial park using Singapore expertise. As a result, this park came into existence in 1994 through a joint effort between China and Singapore. The data provided on the website indicates that this park is a success. Based on statistics on the website, the GDP of Suzhou Industrial Park increased every year from 1994 through 2003 and all other economic indicators demonstrates that the park is growing. Why are the statistics only through year 2003 is a question that comes to mind.