刚刚过去的1998年，是一个难忘而重要的年份。外有金融风暴，内有滔滔洪水，加之通货紧缩、需求不振，中国的经济面临着巨大的压力。空前的挑战，没有压垮中国人民，反而激发亿万人民勇往直前的壮志豪情，在战胜困难的同时，创造了伟大的精神力量。党中央、国务院的坚强领导凝 The year 1998 just passed is an unforgettable and important year. With the financial turmoil, the torrential floods in the world, combined with deflation and sluggish demand, China’s economy is under tremendous pressure. The unprecedented challenge, which did not overwhelm the Chinese people, stimulated millions of people to march forward with courage and pride, and created great spiritual forces while overcoming difficulties. Solid leadership of the Central Party Committee and the State Council