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China is governed by the Chinese Communist Party, which maintains tight control over political power and society through censorship, surveillance and propaganda. The party prioritizes stability and economic growth. Under Xi Jinping, the party has strengthened control and pursued an assertive foreign policy.

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China is governed by the Chinese Communist Party, which maintains tight control over political power and society through censorship, surveillance and propaganda. The party prioritizes stability and economic growth. Under Xi Jinping, the party has strengthened control and pursued an assertive foreign policy.

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Chinese politics is shaped by the ideology and structure of the Chinese Communist

Party (CCP), which has governed the country since 1949. The CCP's leadership is
centralized around the General Secretary, currently Xi Jinping, who holds
significant power over key decision-making processes.

China operates under a one-party system, where the CCP maintains a monopoly on
political power. Political dissent and opposition are not tolerated, and the
government tightly controls media, internet, and civil society to suppress
dissenting voices.

The CCP's governance model is characterized by a blend of authoritarianism and


state-led capitalism, where the party exercises control over the economy and
society while allowing for limited market reforms.

The National People's Congress (NPC) is China's top legislative body, but its role
is largely symbolic, as the CCP holds ultimate authority. The NPC ratifies
decisions made by the CCP leadership rather than formulating policy independently.

China's political system emphasizes stability and social harmony, prioritizing


economic development and maintaining social order. This approach has contributed to
China's rapid economic growth and lifting millions of people out of poverty.

The CCP operates through a hierarchical structure, with party committees at various
levels of government overseeing policymaking and implementation. Party loyalty and
adherence to party doctrine are paramount for career advancement within the party.

Xi Jinping's leadership has seen a resurgence of centralized control and assertive


foreign policy, marked by initiatives like the Belt and Road Initiative and the
strengthening of China's military capabilities.

The CCP's grip on power is reinforced through mechanisms such as censorship,


surveillance, and the use of propaganda to maintain ideological conformity and
suppress dissent.

Ethnic tensions, particularly in regions like Xinjiang and Tibet, pose challenges
to China's political stability, prompting the government to implement strict
security measures and crackdowns on separatist movements.

China's political system faces scrutiny from the international community over
issues like human rights abuses, censorship, and territorial disputes in the South
China Sea. However, China often defends its policies as necessary for maintaining
stability and promoting economic development.

The CCP's long-term legitimacy rests on its ability to deliver continued economic
prosperity and maintain social stability. As China faces evolving domestic and
global challenges, the party's adaptability and capacity for reform will be
critical in shaping the country's political future.

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