China Largely on Track with Development Goals Despite Some Lagging Areas
- China's economic and social development under 14th 5-year plan largely on track despite challenges
- 16 of 20 major goals in line with or exceeding expectations
- Lagging in energy use, emissions, air quality, and childcare goals
- Facing tech chokepoints, lack of consumer spending incentives, rising risks
- Experts urge boosting reform, opening up, and innovation to address weaknesses