Upgrading industry should be a priority

Environmental protection linked to sustainable growth will also be vital for the country's long-term future

Editor's Note: The Communist Party of China will hold its 19th National Congress on Oct 18. In the runup to the meeting, China Daily interviewed business leaders from major multinational companies for their views on economic developments here and the country's global leadership role.

Paulo Cesar Silva is CEO of Embraer SA, an aerospace conglomerate based in Brazil.