Derek Scissors

Response
Jan/Feb
2012
Derek Scissors; Arvind Subramanian

China’s rise is overstated, and its financial problems are massive, argues Derek Scissors. Arvind Subramanian disagrees, claiming that Beijing already calls the shots in the global economy.

Author Interview
Derek Scissors

This week, Derek Scissors answers questions submitted by readers about China's economy.

Essay
May/June
2009
Derek Scissors

Driven by a near obsession with economic growth, Beijing has extended the state’s reach into the economy. Instead of urging the Chinese government to resume extensive market reforms, Washington should encourage it to focus on a narrow range of feasible measures.