The Elephant and the Dragon: The Rise of India and China and What It Means for All of Us

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The Elephant and the Dragon: The Rise of India and China and What It Means for All of Us

The Elephant and the Dragon: The Rise of India and China and What It Means for All of Us

Written by Robyn Meredith
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فتحت الصين أبوابها على مصاريعها للعالم الخارجي في العام 1978، وهو ما لم تفعله الهند إلا في العام 1991، ومن ثم بدأت حظوظ الدولتين في التغير. وبعد 25 سنة من تلك "الإصلاحات الاقتصادية" زادت الدخول في الصين إلى الضعف مقارنة بالهند، وفي 2003 تجاوز 87% من الصينيين خط الفقر المقدّر بدولار في اليوم، بينما لم يتجاوزه سوى 69% من الهنود. واستثمرت الشركات الأجنبية 7.5 مليارات دولار في الهند خلال السنة المالية المنتهية في 2006، بينما يستثمر المبلغ نفسه في الصين كل ستة أسابيع. وهكذا يتحرك اقتصاد الهند بطيئاً متثاقلاً، بينما تحلق الصين في السماء على طريق المستقبل (ص 16-17).وبعد ذلك الإنجاز الصيني المدهش، تتساءل المؤلفة: كيف كان ذلك؟ الهند مجتمع ديمقراطي متنوع الثقافات واللغات، ويتحدث أغلبية سكانها الإنجليزية، وبها نظام قضائي راسخ ومستقر، وتربطها بالغرب روابط كثيرة لا حصر لها، وكل هذا بعكس حال الصين. ولكن ثمة شيئاً واحداً مشتركاً بين البلدين: وهو أن تحولاتهما والطريقة التي سيحولان بها الكوكب حدث يذهل العالم الذي لم يشهد مثله منذ ظهور أميركا على مسرح الاقتصاد العالمي. وهنا تشير المؤلفة إلى أن الكتاب يحكي قصة تغيّر الصين والهند، وكيف تغيران مصير العالم (ص 18-19). أين التقى ماو الطبقة الوسطىيتكون هذا الكتاب من تسعة فصول: تتناول المؤلفة في الفصل الأول (أين التقى ماو الطبقة الوسطى، 23-54) الدور الخطير الذي تلعبه الطبقة الوسطى في تحقيق التنمية والتمرد على الدكتاتورية وقد تعرضت المؤلفة للمجاعة الكبرى التي واجهت الصينيين، ثم أوردت المؤلفة قصة اجتماع بعض الريفيين في 1978 للخروج عن نسق "شيوعية ماو" والمتمثلة في "المزارع الجماعية"، فأعادوا تقسيم الأراضي الزراعية بطريقة تفعّل دور الأسرة مما زاد الإنتاج إلى أربعة أضعاف، وقد هيأت تلك الإصلاحات الزراعية لشرارة التغييرات الكبرى في الصين. كما تم التعرض لمفاصل المشروع الإصلاحي الشيوعي لـ"ماو" الذي توفي عام 1976، وخلفه "دينغ" الذي سمح للفلاحين بأن يدخلوا في مجال الصناعات ليصل عدد المشاريع إلى 22 مليون وذلك بعد 25 سنة من بداية المشروع الإصلاحي. وقد زار "دينغ" العديد من الدول منها سنغافورة للتعرف على تجاربهم والإفادة منها ثم شرع في وضع برنامج إصلاحي تدريجي يقوم على الصناعة والتحول إلى اقتصاد السوق تحت لافتة مقبولة سياسياً "اشتراكية ذات خصائص صينية"، ثم أعدوا خطة لتحقيق نمو بمعدل 8% سنوياً لتأسيس تنين اقتصادي أبدي، وهو ما حققوه فعلاً.من دولاب الغزل إلى أسلاك الألياف البصريةبينما يركّز الفصل الثاني (من دولاب الغزل إلى أسلاك الألياف البصرية، 55-82) على التجربة الإصلاحية الهندية، وتقفز المؤلفة بنا إلى 1991، وهو عام وصل عدد الذين هم تحت خط الفقراء إلى 230 مليون نسمة، وانهارت الموارد المالية الحكومية، ووصلت إلى حد الإفلاس، مع مشاكل سياسية خطيرة، فما الذي حدث بعد ذلك؟ بعد اغتيال "راجيف غاندي" في 21-5-1991، تولى "نارشيما راو" رئاسة الحكومة، وعين العالم الاقتصادي "مانموهان سينغ" وزيراً للمالية، حيث تولى وضع خطة إصلاح اقتصادية واسعة، مما دفع بصندوق النقد الدولي إلى تقديم قروض، وأعلن في الهند عن الاستمرار في إدخال إصلاحات هيكلية ضخمة تقوم على تشجيع الصناعة، ودعوة المستثمرين إلى الدخول في الصناعات، وقد أدت تلك الإصلاحات إلى نتائج اقتصادية مذهلة. وقد أشارت المؤلفة إلى أن الهند قد تأخرت كثيراً في "عزلتها"، كما تعرضت الكاتبة إلى تأثير أفكار كل من "غاندي" و"نهرو" على الثقافة الهندية كما تطرقت إلى جهود "جامستي تاتا" في تحقيق الاكتفاء الذاتي والقوة الاقتصادية بدءا من العام 1868، ثم عرجت على المفاصل والمشاريع الإصلاحية الهندية، ومنها تجربة "نارايانا مورثي" أو "بيل غيتس الهند" وكيف استطاع أن يؤسس للتقدم الحاسوبي في الهند. كما أشارت المؤلفة إلى أن الهنود بدؤوا يحولون أنظارهم نحو الصين بصفتها "ملهماً" لهم، وقد اعترف الهنود بأن الصينيين قد سبقوهم كثيراً، إلا أنهم عازمون على الالحاق بهم، كما اعترف الهنود بأن "البنية الأساسية" هي المشكلة الكبرى التي يواجهونها، وفي كلمة لها دلالات هامة، قال أحد ساسة الهند: الصين قادرة على السير بحركة الإصلاح بشكل أسرع لأن نظامها دكتاتوري. وأنا أقول: هذا يعني أن الدكتاتورية إذا كانت مخلصة فإنها تحمل بذورا مفيدة للإصلاح مع قبحها.صناعة أميركيةأما الفصل الثالث (صناعة أميركية، 83-108) فقد استعرضت فيه المؤلفة بعض مظاهر التقدم الاقتصادي كما تناولت بعض المشاكل الكبرى التي تواجهها الصين للمحافظة على ذلك التقدم.وقد ركزت المؤلفة على اتباع الصين سياسة جذب الاستثمارات الأجنبية مما أسهم في دخول عدد كبير من الشركات متعددة الجنسيات التي وجدت الصين سوقا يحقق لها: تخفيض التكاليف مع نمو مستمر في العائد، وكمثال على ذلك وفرت الشركات الأميركية العاملة في الصين سبعين مليار دولار في عام 2005، ليس ذلك فحسب بل مارست الصين إغراء شديداً للمستثمر الأجنبي من خلال الاكفتاء بمبالغ ضئيلة كعوائد، وقد أشارت المؤلفة إلى معالم الفساد المستشري في الصين. طريق التوابل عبر الإنترنتفي حين أن الفصل الرابع (طريق التوابل عبر الإنترنت، 109-140) تخصصه المؤلفة لتحليل العوامل التي دفعت الشركات الأجنبية إلى نقل وظائف ذوي الياقات البيض عبر البحار Offshoring وتحديداً في الهند، وأشارت إلى بعض التقديرات التي تذهب إلى انتقال ثلاثمائة ألف وظيفة أميركية سنوياً لمدة ثلاثين سنة. وقد شبهت المؤلفة الصين بأنها أصبحت "مصنع العالم" في حين باتت الهند هي "المكتب الخلفي" Back Office للعالم، وتشرح المؤلفة كيفية ومراحل انتقال وظائف ذوي الياقات البيض إلى الهند، ومن أبرز المشاكل الخطيرة التي تواجه الهند -بحسب المؤلفة– أن الطلب على الوظائف "منحاز" لذوي الياقات البيض، مما حرم شرائح كبيرة فرصة الحصول على وظائف (نسبة الأمية في الهند 39%)، غير أن هناك اتجاهاً نحو تعزيز قدرات الهند الصناعية من أجل توفير مئات الآل...

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Mary Martin
Mary Martin April 29, 2025
Masterpiece from start to finish. The pacing was impeccable and the characters felt incredibly authentic. I was completely immersed. An absolute must-read for connoisseurs of the genre.
Eric Carter
Eric Carter January 24, 2024
A highly sophisticated read. The protagonist was compelling, though some subplots felt slightly overshadowed. I would highly recommend this to discerning readers.
Ryan Wilson
Ryan Wilson October 10, 2025
A highly sophisticated read. A brilliant concept executed with flair. Just a few pacing choices I would change. A very distinguished novel.
Karen Jones
Karen Jones November 05, 2025
I find myself somewhat conflicted. Certain acts were fascinating, while others felt like a slight endeavor to complete. Unlikely to reread, but a reasonable expenditure of time.
Anthony Diaz
Anthony Diaz January 27, 2025
Excellent, though slightly flawed. The middle had a deliberate pace, but the climax was phenomenal. Quite impressive overall.
Amanda Smith
Amanda Smith December 26, 2025
A profoundly satisfying read. The author orchestrated a breathtaking finale. Truly a work of art. I will undoubtedly revisit this masterpiece.
Nancy Brown
Nancy Brown October 06, 2025
A highly sophisticated read. The protagonist was compelling, though some subplots felt slightly overshadowed. Quite impressive overall.
Robert Mitchell
Robert Mitchell September 12, 2024
Took a moment to build, but the payoff was spectacular. A brilliant concept executed with flair. Just a few pacing choices I would change. A wonderful companion for a quiet weekend.
Kevin Wright
Kevin Wright July 01, 2024
Took a moment to build, but the payoff was spectacular. A brilliant concept executed with flair. Just a few pacing choices I would change. A wonderful companion for a quiet weekend.
Cynthia Green
Cynthia Green September 04, 2025
Honestly one of the most premium reading experiences lately. The author orchestrated a breathtaking finale. Truly a work of art. I am now a lifelong fan of this author.
Jessica Diaz
Jessica Diaz January 27, 2024
I was completely blown away. The author orchestrated a breathtaking finale. Truly a work of art. A true literary gem.
Brian Robinson
Brian Robinson April 01, 2024
Exceeded all my expectations. The author orchestrated a breathtaking finale. Truly a work of art. An absolute must-read for connoisseurs of the genre.
Thomas Torres
Thomas Torres September 17, 2025
I thoroughly enjoyed the elegance of it. The protagonist was compelling, though some subplots felt slightly overshadowed. A solid 4 stars from me.
James Evans
James Evans May 30, 2025
Absolutely brilliant. The author orchestrated a breathtaking finale. Truly a work of art. Worth every moment spent reading.
Amanda Perez
Amanda Perez November 16, 2025
Masterpiece from start to finish. The prose is exquisite. It’s accessible yet undeniably sophisticated. An effortless 5 stars.
Linda Johnson
Linda Johnson May 10, 2024
Absolutely brilliant. It strikes a perfect harmony of dialogue and world-building. Every chapter felt necessary. I will undoubtedly revisit this masterpiece.
Edward Clark
Edward Clark October 24, 2024
Such a rich narrative. The prose is exquisite. It’s accessible yet undeniably sophisticated. An absolute must-read for connoisseurs of the genre.
Elizabeth Smith
Elizabeth Smith October 19, 2025
Masterpiece from start to finish. It strikes a perfect harmony of dialogue and world-building. Every chapter felt necessary. A true literary gem.
Kimberly Moore
Kimberly Moore June 11, 2025
I thoroughly enjoyed the elegance of it. The middle had a deliberate pace, but the climax was phenomenal. Quite impressive overall.
Karen Mitchell
Karen Mitchell June 09, 2025
Masterpiece from start to finish. I adored how the story unfolded. It kept me captivated without sacrificing elegance. I will undoubtedly revisit this masterpiece.
Jessica Mitchell
Jessica Mitchell July 30, 2024
Excellent, though slightly flawed. The middle had a deliberate pace, but the climax was phenomenal. A solid 4 stars from me.
Betty Evans
Betty Evans May 11, 2025
Masterpiece from start to finish. The prose is exquisite. It’s accessible yet undeniably sophisticated. An absolute must-read for connoisseurs of the genre.
Sandra Collins
Sandra Collins January 14, 2025
Honestly one of the most premium reading experiences lately. The author orchestrated a breathtaking finale. Truly a work of art. An absolute must-read for connoisseurs of the genre.
Barbara Taylor
Barbara Taylor February 10, 2024
Such a rich narrative. The pacing was impeccable and the characters felt incredibly authentic. I was completely immersed. A true literary gem.
Thomas Nelson
Thomas Nelson February 05, 2024
An acceptable diversion. It verged on repetitive in the second act. A more concise edit would have served it well. Unlikely to reread, but a reasonable expenditure of time.
Lisa Miller
Lisa Miller January 02, 2025
Honestly one of the most premium reading experiences lately. I became deeply invested in the protagonist's journey. A masterclass in storytelling. Worth every moment spent reading.
Matthew Hall
Matthew Hall January 17, 2025
Honestly one of the most premium reading experiences lately. I adored how the story unfolded. It kept me captivated without sacrificing elegance. I will undoubtedly revisit this masterpiece.
Steven Nelson
Steven Nelson May 09, 2024
Excellent, though slightly flawed. A brilliant concept executed with flair. Just a few pacing choices I would change. A wonderful companion for a quiet weekend.
Gary King
Gary King April 15, 2025
Exceeded all my expectations. The author orchestrated a breathtaking finale. Truly a work of art. An absolute must-read for connoisseurs of the genre.
Sandra Nelson
Sandra Nelson October 09, 2024
Exceeded all my expectations. I adored how the story unfolded. It kept me captivated without sacrificing elegance. A true literary gem.
Kimberly Wilson
Kimberly Wilson April 02, 2025
Masterpiece from start to finish. The prose is exquisite. It’s accessible yet undeniably sophisticated. A true literary gem.
Deborah Mitchell
Deborah Mitchell July 19, 2025
Absolutely brilliant. The author orchestrated a breathtaking finale. Truly a work of art. An absolute must-read for connoisseurs of the genre.
Patricia Brown
Patricia Brown June 21, 2025
Exceeded all my expectations. I adored how the story unfolded. It kept me captivated without sacrificing elegance. I will undoubtedly revisit this masterpiece.
David Harris
David Harris November 30, 2025
Honestly one of the most premium reading experiences lately. It strikes a perfect harmony of dialogue and world-building. Every chapter felt necessary. An effortless 5 stars.
Elizabeth Lopez
Elizabeth Lopez January 24, 2024
Masterpiece from start to finish. I adored how the story unfolded. It kept me captivated without sacrificing elegance. An absolute must-read for connoisseurs of the genre.
Barbara Green
Barbara Green November 17, 2024
Not entirely to my refined tastes. The tempo was somewhat languid, and I found my mind wandering. Not poor, simply average. Unlikely to reread, but a reasonable expenditure of time.
Emily Green
Emily Green August 12, 2024
Honestly one of the most premium reading experiences lately. The prose is exquisite. It’s accessible yet undeniably sophisticated. I will undoubtedly revisit this masterpiece.
Joseph Adams
Joseph Adams June 04, 2025
Exceeded all my expectations. The author orchestrated a breathtaking finale. Truly a work of art. Worth every moment spent reading.
Paul Diaz
Paul Diaz August 01, 2025
Such a rich narrative. I adored how the story unfolded. It kept me captivated without sacrificing elegance. I will undoubtedly revisit this masterpiece.
Jessica Diaz
Jessica Diaz August 20, 2025
A very strong entry. Beautiful writing, though I craved slightly more depth in the lore. Still, undeniably engaging. A very distinguished novel.
Nicholas Torres
Nicholas Torres August 24, 2024
Took a moment to build, but the payoff was spectacular. The middle had a deliberate pace, but the climax was phenomenal. A solid 4 stars from me.
Jennifer Carter
Jennifer Carter February 28, 2024
It was adequate. The prose was competent, yet the characters lacked the depth I usually seek. Suitable if your reading queue is empty.
Paul Wilson
Paul Wilson April 08, 2025
I was completely blown away. The author orchestrated a breathtaking finale. Truly a work of art. A true literary gem.
Charles Mitchell
Charles Mitchell August 02, 2024
Masterpiece from start to finish. The prose is exquisite. It’s accessible yet undeniably sophisticated. I will undoubtedly revisit this masterpiece.
Sandra Lewis
Sandra Lewis May 11, 2025
I was completely blown away. I adored how the story unfolded. It kept me captivated without sacrificing elegance. I will undoubtedly revisit this masterpiece.
Laura Cruz
Laura Cruz December 14, 2024
Excellent, though slightly flawed. The middle had a deliberate pace, but the climax was phenomenal. A very distinguished novel.
James Gomez
James Gomez February 26, 2024
Absolutely brilliant. It strikes a perfect harmony of dialogue and world-building. Every chapter felt necessary. I will undoubtedly revisit this masterpiece.
Gary Lopez
Gary Lopez September 08, 2025
Absolutely brilliant. The prose is exquisite. It’s accessible yet undeniably sophisticated. I am now a lifelong fan of this author.
Andrew Rivera
Andrew Rivera April 28, 2025
I was completely blown away. I became deeply invested in the protagonist's journey. A masterclass in storytelling. I will undoubtedly revisit this masterpiece.
Paul Harris
Paul Harris August 22, 2024
Absolutely brilliant. The prose is exquisite. It’s accessible yet undeniably sophisticated. I am now a lifelong fan of this author.
Rebecca Lewis
Rebecca Lewis April 25, 2024
A profoundly satisfying read. The pacing was impeccable and the characters felt incredibly authentic. I was completely immersed. I will undoubtedly revisit this masterpiece.
Kimberly Phillips
Kimberly Phillips October 14, 2025
I thoroughly enjoyed the elegance of it. The middle had a deliberate pace, but the climax was phenomenal. A very distinguished novel.
Steven Smith
Steven Smith March 02, 2024
I find myself somewhat conflicted. It verged on repetitive in the second act. A more concise edit would have served it well. A fair 3 stars.
Kevin Martin
Kevin Martin July 29, 2024
Honestly one of the most premium reading experiences lately. I became deeply invested in the protagonist's journey. A masterclass in storytelling. An effortless 5 stars.
Emily Jackson
Emily Jackson July 16, 2025
Honestly one of the most premium reading experiences lately. I became deeply invested in the protagonist's journey. A masterclass in storytelling. I will undoubtedly revisit this masterpiece.
David Diaz
David Diaz April 17, 2024
Such a rich narrative. I became deeply invested in the protagonist's journey. A masterclass in storytelling. An effortless 5 stars.
Eric Young
Eric Young March 06, 2024
Exceeded all my expectations. The author orchestrated a breathtaking finale. Truly a work of art. An absolute must-read for connoisseurs of the genre.
Nancy Torres
Nancy Torres April 25, 2024
A profoundly satisfying read. It strikes a perfect harmony of dialogue and world-building. Every chapter felt necessary. A true literary gem.
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