The Nine Nations of China

Inspired by Joel Garreau's The Nine Nations of North America, Patrick Chovanec at The Atlantic has created an article and interactive map, describing the different socio-economic-cultural regions of China:

As China’s economy becomes more integrated, these regional differences are taking on greater importance than ever before. Each of the Nine Nations faces a unique set of challenges and opportunities in carving out its own competitive niche. Anyone who wants to do business in China, make policy towards China, or simply comprehend the dramatic changes happening there should understand the Nine Nations and the role each of them is playing in shaping China’s future.

Previously on Cartophilia:

• Alternate Nations of North America
• Ten Nations of the United States

Via The Map Scroll