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Chinese Finance Minister Xiao Jie laid out plans on March 7 to lighten the tax burden on businesses. (Photo by Akira Kodaka)

China promises $50bn in fresh corporate tax breaks

New measures aim to lighten load on manufacturers, small businesses

BEIJING -- Chinese Finance Minister Xiao Jie is promising 350 billion yuan ($50.7 billion) in corporate tax breaks this year, aiming to stimulate the economy and keep companies frustrated with heavy taxation from seeking greener pastures overseas.

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