China economy slows to lowest quarterly growth in 27 years

The greatest fear of the Communist Party is domestic political instability that could lead to its overthrow.

An end to the trade dispute between China and the United States may be a long way off amid concerns China is not willing to bow to US demands for political and industrial reforms.

Talks appear to have stalled, despite the declaration of a truce when the two presidents met last month.

Al Jazeera’s Wayne Hay takes a look at China’s economic rise and what is now at stake for the world’s most populous country.