1. China Wants to Move Ahead, but Xi Jinping Is Looking to the Past.
- Author
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Wei, Lingling
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ECONOMIC opportunities , *ECONOMIC liberty , *NATIONAL security , *COMMUNIST parties - Abstract
China's leader, Xi Jinping, is embracing aspects of Mao Zedong's rule, which is causing uncertainty for the country's future. Xi is prioritizing national security over the economy, tightening government control, and placing the Communist Party at the center of Chinese society. This shift has led to a decline in economic growth, rising unemployment, and increased government surveillance. While some Chinese support Xi's policies, many are concerned about the loss of freedoms and economic opportunities. Xi's focus on state control may hinder China's ability to become the world's largest economy and achieve financial freedom for its citizens. [Extracted from the article]
- Published
- 2023