But the sequence of reforms is critical for successful economic development, with economic reforms coming first. When an open and well functioning market system is in place, democracy has a much better chance to lead to lasting prosperity.
这并不意味着民主无足轻重。但以经济改革为先的改革次序对于成功的经济发展至关重要。在有着开放而健全的市场机制的情况下，民主更有机会带来持久的繁荣。