Zhang Huamei (born 1961[1]) is the first private business owner of the People's Republic of China.[1] She became the country's first officially licensed self-employed private entrepreneur following China's reform and opening up in 1979.[2][3][4][5]
Zhang Huamei | |
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Born | 1961 |
Nationality | Chinese |
Organization(s) | Huamei Costume Accessories, Wenzhou |
Known for | China’s first private business owner |
References
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