Foreign critics suggest that party members join out of self-interest to be part of a powerful elite. But it is party members who are first responders at times of crises be it Covid-19, an earthquake, or poverty alleviation.
How has this revitalization been accomplished in less than 100 years? As an outsider, and a person fascinated by history, I attempt here to answer that question.
Reliance on and service to the people have been the fundamental tenet of the CPC since its founding.
Understanding what China and the CPC have experienced during the past 100 years is crucial to comprehending both China and the world’s future on everything from the world economy to the climate crisis to international relations.
While the Chinese model might not be suitable for our 330 million Americans, it does suit the vast majority of China’s 1.4 billion citizens as evidenced by independent public opinion polling, both long term and focused on the global pandemic still ongoing in much of the rest of the world.
These economic and social achievements since the creation of the People’s Republic of China in 1949 are by now so great that it is widely acknowledged internationally that China has changed the world situation.
China is certainly complex, but understanding some of its key achievements, and key challenges, is essential if we are to make progress on the questions ahead of us.
Having weathered past contradictions, errors, and suffering, the country has found its Way, or Tao, by drawing on experience, ancient traditions, and philosophy.
Developed and developing nations should realize and recognize the achievements and progress made by China in eliminating extreme poverty and enabling its citizens to enjoy a better life.
Xi’s 2021 Boao speech is a manifestation of the resolve of the world’s second-largest economy that its door of opening up will not be deflected from the path of openness and globalization.
In a positive manner, China is promoting to build a shared and prosperous future for all while adhering to the territorial integrity, independence and sovereignty of the country.
While being a logical continuation of the previous FYP, China through its 14th FYP has refocused on some of the most pressing needs of the people and nations that would like to work hand in hand with China to build a prosperous world with a shared economy.
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