Democracy with Chinese Characteristics: Historical and Political Transformations

Mitchell Gallagher

East Asian Policy (EAP), 2024, vol. 16, issue 02, 110-134

Abstract: In autocratic regimes, democracy stands as a paradoxical beacon, feared and manipulated by dictators. This study examines China’s conceptualisation of democracy post-Communist Party ascendancy, analysing key political historical milestones—the demise of the Qing dynasty, the Mao Era and subsequent leaders up to Xi Jinping today. The research sheds light on the Chinese Communist Party’s customisation of democracy, guided by the writings of its leaders, to suit China’s unique conditions. Democracy is an abstract concept, yet in China, authoritarian rule, hierarchical social structures and traditional values have helped shape interpretations and application.

Date: 2024
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