As China gears up for its annual Two Sessions, the spotlight is on how ‘rule of law’ — voted one of 2024’s top buzzwords — is shaping the country’s ambitious modernization goals. From economic growth to tech innovation, legal frameworks are becoming the backbone of China’s roadmap to 2035. 📈✨
Why It Matters:
Since the 1980s, the Communist Party of China (CPC) has prioritized legal reforms to drive governance. The 1999 Constitution amendment cemented ‘rule of law’ as a core principle, and today, China boasts over 303 national laws and 14,000 local regulations. Talk about a legal glow-up! 💡
The Bigger Picture:
General Secretary Xi Jinping likens ‘reform and rule of law’ to ‘two wheels of a cart’ — both essential for progress. This balance is key to achieving Chinese-style modernization, blending economic ambition with social stability. The CPC’s ‘Six Adherences’ strategy underscores this, ensuring reforms stay aligned with legal principles. 🔄⚖️
What’s Next?
With the Two Sessions kicking off, experts predict fresh debates on how laws can tackle challenges like tech ethics and rural revitalization. As Liu Hong, a researcher at the Center for China and Globalization, notes: ‘A robust legal system isn’t just rules — it’s the foundation for trust in a rapidly evolving society.’ 🌱🏙️
