He's also the richest man in China, according to the Hurun Global Rich List. "We have a new phrase called the 'new four great inventions' in China, including high-speed railway, online shopping ...

China's four great ancient inventions made tremendous contributions to the world's economy and the culture of mankind. They were also important symbols of China's role as a great world civilization.

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