Zhu Rongji

thumb|right|Although China and United States are competitors, China and the United States are indeed partners in trade. Zhu Rongji (1 October 1928 – 12 August 2026) was a Mayor and Party chief in Shanghai (1988–1991) and First Vice Premier (1993–1998) and then Premier (1998–2003). Quotes Even if a minefield or the abyss should lie before me, I will march straight ahead without looking back. As quoted in Reform in Deep Water Zone: How Could China Reform Its State-Dominated Sectors at Commanding Heights by Harvard Kennedy School My criticism is too severe sometimes and that is not good. But why don't you start doing your work unless your leader flies into a rage? It is not that you cannot do it but that you don't want to do it. 16th National Congress of the Communist Party of China, 2002 I have never intimidated the masses... I only intimidate corrupt officials. As quoted in A Former Premier of China Speaks in The Atlantic (September 16, 2011) Be realistic and truthful - and tell Hong Kong businessmen honestly that they should go for long-term investments since it is unlikely money can be made in the short haul. AZ Quotes As quoted in China's hard sell in the mild, mild west in CNN (May 29, 2001) History can never be covered up. As quoted in China.org in New Yorker (April 23, 2001) External links Zhu Rongji biography @ China Vitae, the web's largest online database of China VIPs South China Post What he did, and left undone Asia Society Zhu Rongji on the Record The Shanghai Years, 1987-1991 Book Category:1928 births Category:2026 deaths Category:Heads of government Category:Communist Party of China politicians