National Bureau of Statistics: Standard of Living Has Fallen
Published:
2010-10-22
The current Engel Index has increased from 37% to around 40%. Since people need to spend more on food and staples, their standard of living has decreased, said Sheng Laiyun, spokesmen of the National Bureau of Statistics, yesterday.
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Guangzhou Daily
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