China’s leadership has outlined its wish list for financial sector development. It wants stricter oversight of financial institutions to ensure they serve the interests of the Party and country. This includes providing greater credit support to struggling firms, such as private property developers, and channelling more funds to strategically important industries. Policymakers also appear to be getting more serious about addressing the risks associated with regional banks and local government financing vehicles.
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