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After eight years, Macro Polo has ceased operations as the Paulson Institute will focus its independent research on supporting its programs as it continues to diversify its scope.

We appreciate the community that has grown around Macro Polo and the fruitful engagement we’ve had with our legion of smart and sharp audience. You’ve pushed us to deliver even more original work and innovative products. Our body of work speaks for itself, and we hope it will have a long shelf life – that was the intent from MP’s inception.

MP’s website is now archived and no new work will be published henceforth on this site. Please visit www.paulsoninstitute.org for future research and policy work on a range of global issues.

Thank you all for the support over the years, it has been a privilege to have had a home at the Paulson Institute and to have built it the way we did.

- Team Macro Polo

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Your City Match: Harbin


Harbin

  Population: 10.9 million

  Average Wage: $9,779/year

  Air Quality Index: 72 (Moderate)

  Migrant Percentage: 10.8%

The provincial capital of Heilongjiang, Harbin is considered China’s northeast economic hub. In fact, it’s the last major Chinese city before entering Russia. Harbin is a major producer of agricultural commodities because its so-called “black soil” is high in nutrients and therefore particularly fertile. As part of the northeast rustbelt, the city is also home to numerous state-owned enterprises, including the Harbin Aircraft Industry Group. In addition, Harbin Pharmaceutical Group is the second-largest drug maker in China.

Residents make the best of the frigid climate in Harbin, including hosting the annual ice sculpture festival that has drawn international attention. Winter sports are of course popular in Harbin—the city has easy access to exclusive ski resorts and has hosted multiple National Winter Games. Fusion cuisine with Russian influences is popular in Harbin, typified by deep-frying and rich sauces.

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