BEIJING: China's parliament picked Wen Jiabao as premier yesterday, placing the world's fastest-growing major economy in the hands of a man who must also tackle deep problems like a rotten banking system and a yawning wealth gap.
Wen, 60, was confirmed as successor to the highly respected Zhu Rongji by the National People's Congress, China's ceremonial legislature, as it winds down its annual two-week session.
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