China Slams Ratings Agencies as 'Biased'

The transcript discusses China's response to economic downgrades, highlighting the Finance Minister's view on bias in credit ratings and the country's economic realities. It covers China's growth slowdown, debt buildup, and the debt-driven recovery, particularly in the property sector. The discussion also touches on structural issues, demographic challenges, and proposed reforms to address these risks. Analysts view the downgrades as symbolic, but concerns about debt and leverage persist.

What demographic challenges did the finance minister highlight as risks for Chinese growth?

What reforms are mentioned in the text that are intended to address the downside risks in China's economy?