Dustinian

China's Economic Growth Claims Lack Credibility

Obviously the CCP's statements should never be taken at face value. You are right in your dismay at the lack of objective and skeptical coverage in the media, but then again the majority of those in the media aren't exactly the most intelligent individuals.

Another reason why many seem to buy the CCP statements is because it is what people want to hear. However bad first quarter growth was, I still see around 7 percent growth for the Chinese economy this year as the following quarters will be vastly improved.