But, in general, the protective system of our day is conservative, while the free trade system is destructive. It breaks up old nationalities and pushes the antagonism of the proletariat and the bourgeoisie to the extreme point. In a word, the free trade system hastens the social revolution. It is in this revolutionary sense alone, gentlemen, that I vote in favor of free trade.
~Karl Marx, "On the Question of Free Trade" - January 9, 1848
Three steps to Chinese prosperity.
1) Kill everyone who disagrees.
2) Build a strong and unbeatable army.
3) Invade your neighbors.
Gee wiz, sounds a lot like the "Three Wisdoms" from The Draogn's Fury Series
Looks to me as if they're building a capitalist society.