@left_mogger: Deng Xiaoping (1904–1997) was a Chinese political leader and the driving force behind China’s economic rise. He transformed the system: moving away from a strict planned economy toward a more market-oriented one - allowing private businesses, foreign investment, and special economic zones. His famous mindset: “It doesn’t matter if a cat is black or white, as long as it catches mice.” He wasn’t always officially the head of state, but he was the most powerful figure in China. Was he the founder of China’s economic miracle? Not entirely alone, but he was definitely the spark. Without his reforms, China likely wouldn’t be the economic giant it is today. #china #History #economy #dengxiaoping