On the Construction of Honesty Culture in Market Economy

Honesty is actually a matter concerning society, economy and culture as well, especially in China, a developing country in transition. Hence, the construction of honesty culture should be regarded as the core of market economy culture. This paper, therefore, analyzes the connotation of honesty culture in business and the seriousness of dishonesty. In addition, it discusses the necessity of establishing the vitally important role of honesty in market economy culture and proposes to cultivate honesty morality, to make laws for honesty and to form criteria for honest behavior. In these ways a favorable atmosphere for honesty culture can be created.