Zhou
Xiaochuan, governor of the People's Bank of China, said in an
International Monetary and Financial Committee (IMFC) statement
China's corporate and financial sectors were looking broadly
resilient and risks were under control.
"As the growth of investment and trade stabilised and recovered,
consumption grew steadily, and employment remained broadly
stable," he said. "The expected 6.5 percent growth for this year
is within reach."
China set a growth target of 6.5 percent in March, down from 6.5
to 7 percent in 2016. The country ultimately achieved 6.7
percent growth last year, supported by record bank loans, a
speculative housing boom and billions in government investment.
The IMFC advises the International Monetary Fund on matters
regarding the supervision and management of the international
financial system.
(Reporting by Adam Jourdan; Editing by Jacqueline Wong)
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