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Robert Lawrence Kuhn Dr. Robert Lawrence Kuhn is a public intellectual, international corporate strategist and investment banker, and a renowned expert on China. He is a commentator on the BBC, CNN, CGTN, CCTV, CNBC, Fox Business, Bloomberg, and other media; senior political/economics commentator on China Global Television Network (CGTN); and a columnist in China Daily and South China Morning Post. For 30 years, Dr. Kuhn has worked with China's state leaders and advised the Chinese government. He spoke at the launch ceremony of President Xi Jinping's book, The Governance of China; he provided live commentary on CNN for Xi's policy address during his U.S. state visit (2015); and he introduced to foreign audiences Xi as "core" of the CPC (2016). He is interviewed extensively on US-China relations, including the trade war (2018). For the 19th CPC National Congress (October 2017) and 13th National People's Congress (March 2018), Dr. Kuhn was interviewed extensively, including 24 times on CNN and BBC World News / BBC World Service, and he was quoted in newspapers and websites in U.S., Hong Kong, Italy, India, etc. His full-page, in-depth analyses of the 19th CPC National Congress were featured in China Daily to open the CPC Congress ("Historical Starting Point for New Stage of Development") and to close the CPC Congress ("New Era on the Road to 2050"). His essay at the opening of the Party Congress was published in People's Daily. Dr. Kuhn is the author of How China's Leaders Think (featuring President Xi), and The Man Who Changed China: The Life and Legacy of Jiang Zemin (China's best-selling book of 2005). He wrote the Introduction for Understanding the CPC, the book series by China's ruling party, the Communist Party of China (2015). Shanghai Media Group and Dr. Kuhn are co-creators and co-producers of the award-winning, five- part series China's Challenges, broadcast internationally (PBS stations in the U.S.) and in China. Dr. Kuhn is writer and host; Peter Getzels is director. China's Challenges won first prize in China News Awards twice (2013, 2018). A second season won an Emmy Award (Los Angeles, 2016). A third season (on "Xi Jinping Thought" and China 2020 / China 2050) is broadcast in late 2018. Dr. Kuhn is the creator, co-producer and host of "Closer to China with R.L.Kuhn" on CGTN (China Global Television Network, co-created by Adam Zhu), the weekly series with unique access that features China's thought leaders and decision makers, broadcast globally and in China. Closer To China focuses on China's politics and government, CPC/Party, economics and society, reform and development, and international affairs and relations, with emphasis on Xi's policies and philosophy. A special documentary on President Xi's "targeted poverty alleviation" campaign, co-produced by CGTN, Dr. Kuhn and Adam Zhu, is in production. Dr. Kuhn is host and writer. Peter Getzels is director. Dr. Kuhn was one of only two Americans, with Henry Kissinger, named as the first "China Visionaries". He was selected by Oriental Outlook magazine (Xinhua News Agency) as one of the all-time, top-ten influential supporters of China's ruling party/CPC (he is the only one living). An international corporate strategist and investment banker, Dr. Kuhn works with major multinational corporations, CEOs and C-Suite executives, in formulating and implementing China strategies by applying his "politico-strategic framework". He was president/co-owner of the largest middle-market firm in the U.S. (sold to Citigroup in 2000). Dr. Kuhn is creator, writer and host of Closer To Truth (produced and directed by Peter Getzels), the long-running PBS/public television series on science and philosophy (broadcast continually since 2000, over 275 TV episodes; more are in production). Dr. Kuhn is author or editor of over 30 books on China, corporate strategy, finance, science and philosophy (including, with the philosopher John Leslie, The Mystery of Existence: Why is there Anything At All). Dr. Kuhn is chairman of The Kuhn Foundation which supports new knowledge in science and philosophy, classical music, and informed relations between the United States and China. The Kuhn Foundation produced the feature documentary "Khachaturian" on the life and music of the Armenian-Russian composer Aram Khachaturian, which won the Best Documentary award at the Hollywood Film Festival. Dr. Kuhn has a B.A. Human Biology (Johns Hopkins); . Anatomy/Brain Research (University of California at Los Angeles, UCLA); MBA (Massachusetts Institute of Technology, MIT). EFTA00800267 CNN Quest Means Business Future of U.S.-China Trade Relations Robert Lawrence Kuhn, August 27, 2018 LIVE TRUMP ON CHINA TRADE: "NOT THE RIGHT TIME TO TALK" 835 PM GMT WIWI QUEST MEANS BUSINESS 1 EFTA00800268 Ai?" CNBC CNBC Squawk on the Street US-China Tariffs - US-China Trade War Robert Lawrence Kuhn, August 22, 2018 CNBC SEARCH MENU MARKETS BUSINESS NEWS INVESTING TECH POLITICS CNBC TV US and China have self- fulfilling prophecies on both sides for trade... 10:40 AM ET Wed. 22 Aug 2018 Robert Kuhn, China government advisor and "How China's Leaders Think" author, discusses his expectations for the next round of U.S: trade talks that begin today. 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Usually the NPC is seen as sort of a choreographed event: we know what to expect. But this time it felt very different. RLK: It certainly was different. You have to look at this year's National People's EFTA00800272 B B C --- -- 4- Congress - and the so-called , Two Sessions - as part of the Ilk "political season" which 1111 begins with the party . 's --_, congress in October and goes - ,__- now to the government sessions in March. And lit .4, -,.. normally there is a i p litst, -,._ •-• _ predictability and what a happens at the National Art IMPACT People's Congress is not very CHINA'S NATIONAL PEOPLE'S CONGRESS CLOSES significant. Xi: China would defeat any attempt to divide country MN WORLD NEWS EURO 1.1407 ', CS 1.4 • C HKS 10.5E . RLK: This year is different: LIVE Boiling China talks about a "New lart; AS Era" - and this is not just .. words, it is really the case. If 1 \ gi v P ' 11•1 T SI POMPM. VS. APOIMEn we look at the vision that Xi - . _ 1 Jinping gave at the party - - -- congress, what we see here k - ill• _ sh Se awl. sea at the National People's Congress we see as the _ implementation of that vision •3ii across a very broad front. CHINA'S NATIONAL PEOPLE'S CONGRESS CLOSES lows officials to visit island rwirq WONT. n NEWS EN 106.43 1NEOSITE YOU CAN GET MORE ON ALL THE 2 EFTA00800273 B B C LIVE Local Time 22:05 RLK: People have focused on ...-. term limits - understandably t \I? so - but the change is only for 1:4' ill. ;44, in "Ipsommes SRO the presidency. Xi Jinping by ._ 'LA ,ffr having been made "Core" of _ -4, -. . t i.... t the Party in October 2016 - .. . , actually with that designation a -.gum undermined "collective leadership" - and when Xi's name was put into the Party CHINA'S NATIONAL PEOPLE'S CONGRESS CLOSES Xi spoke of a "China solution" to world problems Constitution as the CICHil WORLD NEWS DRIES AT blec.corninews • CHECK OUT OUR FACEBOC contemporary arbiter of LIVE Time 22:05 Marxism - on which the Party is based and the Party rules •I4 the country - he then became in the overarching leader, no t F- t .i IIISP---- --------" a r matter position fhe what . .gs would hold. ‘10 tl Ilk el' . ire I. - \I CHINA'S NATIONAL PEOPLE'S CONGRESS CLOSES Xi spoke of a "China solution" to world problems BBC • • • • • . • 3 EFTA00800274 CNN International President Xi Jinping, China, Term Limits Robert Lawrence Kuhn - March 12, 2018 HOST: Let's talk about President Xi Jinping with our gues,t Robert Lawrence Kuhn, a longtime advisor to the Chinese government, the author of How China's Leaders Think, and the host of Closer to China with R.L. Kuhn on the China Global Television Network. Thanks for being with us. RLK: Hi Natalie. Interesting day we're having. HOST: Isn't it, though? So, I guess the first question would be to follow up on your book title, how China's leaders think. What is Xi Jinping thinking with this move? PARLIAMENT VOTES TO END PRESIDENTIAL TERM LIMITS EFTA00800275 RLK: First of all, we have to understand it in context. There are twenty-one different clauses in this 4:33PM Constitutional Amendment, and the whole point of it is to strengthen the governance system of China. Now China is a party-state system where the party controls the state. Everyone is focusing on the abolition of term limits, and it is important, but we need to understand the context within this party-state system. In October of 2016, Xi Jinping was made "Core" of the Party, which meant the collective leadership of the past was no longer operative; that X was, in essence, for the Party, the decision maker. Then just this last October at the 19th CPC National Congress, his name was put into the Party Constitution as "Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New PARLIAMENT VOTES TO END PRESIDENTIAL TERM LIMITS Era,"... it's a big phrase. Author. "How China's Leaders Think RLK: But what it means is that Xi is the arbiter of Marxism and party theory. That means in terms of being the Core of the Party and the interpreter of Marxism that gives him ultimate power. He doesn't even need a formal position when has those two and the Party continues to run the country. HOST: Is that a good thing? How can it be a good thing for the country when one person has the ultimate power? RLK: There are two issues. One is how it happened: Now -4; emOrr*,% the abolition of presidential term limits coordinates with the -07" • 4r...rip, ...amp.. ***;yr in:I=•• • IP mos MrIF • is Or . e • Party and military, together the three largest positions. So CHINA PAESIDENCY ...r.""" they're now coordinated because he already had that power in the Party and the military. 2 EFTA00800276 Amanpour on CNN President Xi Jinping, China, Term Limits Robert Lawrence Kuhn - Minxin Pei March 5, 2018 HOST: When it comes to trade, one country more than any other has been the target of Trump's • 4,4 A a .•• -4,8•0 • 0 • • • SOO • • • •• •• • • •0 • • I *so 00 • Se Of rhetorical wrath, and that's China. But my next • •••• 415 • if • .. • 4.• % . SO • .. •• • guest tells me that the promised tariffs won't ••• • 1 4 • 0 • • • • • • bother China much, as we've been discussing. In • • • • ;V .: •• any way, they in China are dealing with much more • • , . • 4 • • a ••• important things, like the proposal for the rubber • • 500 . • • • 00 •• • • 40 stamp Party Congress which starts its new session • • -0'09 • • II • • • • today to change the Constitution, and lift all term • 00 limits on President Xi Jinping, effectively making '. 2.. • • .• • 1 • him president for life. Now, I've been talking to • i• Minxin Pei: he's a professor of government at 4.6 • .. • Claremont McKenna College in California, and to Robert Lawrence Kuhn, who is the author of How • China's Leaders Think, and he is the host of a show • on the government-run CCTV news channel in Beijing. Gentlemen welcome to you both. Let me 0 start by asking you, Robert Lawrence Kuhn there in • Beijing. From the Chinese government perspective, these tariffs that the president of the United States has announced, how much does it concern Beijing? EFTA00800277 RLK: Well certainly it's a concern, but I would call it a minor annoyance as opposed to something extremely serious. They have a lot on their plate here. The last thing they want is a trade war with the U.S., but they have to react. If the U.S. does something, there has to be something that they will do in retaliation. They will ratchet it down. They will signal, as you do, that they do not want to accelerate this, but to save face and to be appropriate, they'll have to match it. HOST: To you Minxin Pei, how do you see this playing out? MP: If the investigations find China at fault, or guilty of some practices, then the US has a wide range of options to punish China on a trade front. And if these things happen, then US-China trade war will take place. Another thing I want to say is that US-China relations have turned a corner. This is a relationship that has headed toward a long period of confrontation, and adversarial relationships. So what is going to happen on the trade front is part of a much larger picture of geopolitical rivalry, if not competition. 2 EFTA00800278 Bloomberg Bloomberg TV Worldwide President Xi, China, Economy Robert Lawrence Kuhn March 5, 2018 HOST: You were there at the Great Hall of the People. What was your main takeaway from what some have described as Li LLLienL. Kegiang's impossible challenge: how to deleverage, how to take • away stimulus, and still keep 6.5% growth? 'PtPIP^IPpr RLK: I don't take the 6.5% growth as the primary objective here. I mean you have to look at what these National Peoples Congresses are. They're not setting the vision and the strategy. That was set at the party congress in October. What we're dealing here is the implementation of the policies. If you attend these every year you know they all look and sound the same because it's the same structure, same kind of structure of numbers, so what you do is look for the differences. What are those subtle differences between one year and another. That's what I focus on at these congresses. HOST: What's the main difference you saw? 1 EFTA00800279 B B C BBC World News Xi Jinping and the New Politburo Standing Committee Robert Lawrence Kuhn October 25, 2O17 HOST: We're going to put a question to Robert Lawrence Kuhn, who's a long-time advisor to the Chinese government. Robert, great to see you again. You were with us at the very beginning of the Party Congress and you were at the Congress today when it finished. Did you have any vision, any inkling that President Xi Jinping would take on so much authority? Also, what about the fact that there is no successor candidates among the new leaders? RLK: I was interviewed in early 2012 by a well-known American television network and the question put to me, in January of that year, was, "isn't Xi Jinping going to be a DOB WC,RED NEWS DRK TESLA SOLAR POWER ARRIVES IN PUERTO RI very weak leader because he was not appointed by Deng Xiaoping and he has no strong base of support?" 1 EFTA00800280 CNN International Xi Jinping and the New Politburo Standing Committee Robert Lawrence Kuhn - October 26, 2017 HOST: The author of How China's Leaders Think: The Inside Story ofPast, Current and Future Leaders, Robert Lawrence Kuhn is a longtime advisor to the Chinese government. He comes to us once again from Beijing. We talked this time yesterday. Good to have you back. And we discussed yesterday what we would learn about that lineup of the standing committee. It hadn't been revealed at that point that we spoke, but we now know and is it correct to say the most significant thing is no sign of a leader in waiting? RLK: I think the most significant sign is who the people are and how they relate to each other. It's a group that actually respects traditional norms. RLK: There was thought that Wang Qishan, for example, might violate norms by being on the Standing Committee after the traditional retirement age and that's not the case. There is balance among the member in terms of their geographies, even their political affiliations within the party which internally are important. Two are from Shanghai, two are from the Communist Youth League - one is actually from Shanghai and the Youth League as well but he's really from Shanghai - two have a long relationship with General I I Secretary Xi. And then of course General Secretary Xi has CHINA'S NEW POWER PLAYERS the overarching power as everyone says - and that is correct and will be correct for a long time to come. EFTA00800281 CCTV/CG TN II 12:07 PM I M P dipl. 411 BREAKING NEWS CHINA NAMES NEW SEVEN -MEMBER LEADERSHIP COMMITTEE a :C'S 42 OF PRESIDENT XI JINPING CHINA'S COMMUNIST PARTY ALREADY ELEVATED STATURE I. • EFTA00800282 Bee h. Cum A DAILY Tuesday. (nary 23.2018 C VISION CHINA Observers offer fresh insight for new era Intellectual hails progress made in past while warning VISION CHINA - of challenges that lie ahead Niewpa low Dinkins ByIaYANG Robert Lawrence Kuhn has many titles. ranging from investment banker to anatomy researcher. But he is better known inChina as a spe- cialist who knows the country inside out. Over the past 29 years, he has visited almost every provincial region and spoken with people from all walls of life. including some who have gone on to become State lead- G6 I like to understand lth been a great gift to my life to new era in two catego- be able to learn so much about Ctd- nah rich civilization. political theo- ries: its characteristics ries and the whole development" he said. at home and abroad, Kuhn. who is from the United States. learns as an outsider but and its timeline' communicates as an insider. In his talk show Closer to [lino with R.L. Robert Lawrence Kuhn, investment banker and anatomy researcher Kuhn on the China Global Televi- sion Network he presents China's complex story to the world through From left Zhao lenge" head of the international commtnication bureau of the Publkity Department of the Communist Party of China Central Committee: Jiang candid, intimate discussions with Q&A I ROBERT Qtigzhe. Party thief of the University of International Business and Economics: Chita Daily reporter Mow Aloady:Guo Ykimin. vicernirister of the Information the country's decision-makers. LAWRENCE KUHN Office of the State Coon* speakers Robert Lawrence Kuhn and Liu Xirc Zhou Shuchun. publisher and ecitix.in.thief of Chin Daily: and Zhang _tannin. head of In a hotel suite in WangfujIng. translation aid Oterpretation for the Minntry of Foreign Affairs. pose for a photo at the inaugural %AsianChina event on Monday at UIBE. roi4 yonicow • 0104 war downtown Beijing. one busy lunch- You hold multiple titles now time last week. Kuhn shared his How have you managed to thoughts on Chinese politics with China Daily.between exercising and a meeting of the Communist Party master so many different fields? Do they have any in common? British journalist tells China's story to the world What they say ofChink which he had been invited Vision Chi- to attend as an observer. There's one word to describe na is the 611 He spoke passionately about the the commonality that is"pas- ANDREW MOODY first high. 19th CPC National Congress. which sten". Whatever Redone I Despite living and working in Chi- end event was held In Beijing in October. want to have passion for it.lb na fora dtt-ade.Andtew ',toady's abil- Hera do you overcome the organzed describing It as "a milestone con- expand that albit it's the pas- ity to speak Mandarin is still at a basic challenges of showing the by China gress that set the agenda for more sion to learn..not here to level. Yet that has not stopped the real China to the world. Daily and than 30 )ears". teach. I low to learn. When I awardwinningjourrtalist from inter- especially to those who have UIBE after the No sides The Party proposed two new con- write a new book it's some- preting China's story for the world. biases against China? launched a partnership. By cepts at the congress —'a new era thing I want to learn about. I Moody joined China Daily nine telling Chna's stores in an of socialism with Chinese charac- use that vehicle to learn. So yeas ago and is now a senior corre- ) a long-term thing. and objective and rational manner. teristics" and Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Charac- teristics for a New Era. which has been written into the Party Consti- passion about learning Is the common denominator.China has given me a hugely rich life because of everything I've spondent. He has written more than 150 cover stories for the paper's Euro- pean Weekly and African %%Wkly. examining a wide range of issues ‘6 The real fun of 5,01.1 cannot change this over- night. There are negative per- ceptions about China. Ith about engagement. IfChina it aims to help students get to know a real China and an objective wodd. and to under- stand China in the new era. tution. learned here. including the Belt and Road Initiative. has much more interactions Wang Ranking. president of 1b understand China today. it is The jabhas providedhim with first- reporting in China is with the rest of the world. then the Onitersity oflnletnatthnal critical to appreciate what the new hand experience of how China is people will see China as It Business andEconornts era means.... I like to understand dewloping as well as the chance to the closeness to the actually is. One of the 2015 new era in two categories: its char- record reactions from the outside objectives is to better increase acteristics at home and abroad. and Thought on Socialism with Chinese world. especially in the West, toward actual story; the big China's soft power. Organize- Relearned its timeline' Kuhn said. Characteristics for a New Era — the nation's growth and changes. tions like China Daily can actu- a lot from He has obviously developed his with he broke down into three cat- He was at the Great Hall of the fascinating story of ally playa role in improving Vision Chi• own way of explaining terms with Chinese characteristics. That is to egories: serve the people. national rejuvenation. and governance mod- People to hear General Secretary Xi Jinping deliver a report to the China merging into China's soft power. But I do think it's a long.term process. na today. What break down the characteristics, domestically and internationally. erneation — Kuhn showcased his knowledge of the Party's files, which 19th National Congress of the Com- munist Party of China in October. the 21st century." and China doesn't need to be toosensitivetoward criticism impressed me most is rather than delve into the tens. he has clearly learned by heart when the concept of a 'new era" was Andrew Moody, how to eliminate bias against He listed a number of challenges He recited almost every key first mentioned. China Daily senior reporter China when telling Chills inChina's new era frompollution to point of the 68-page report XI "The consensus oldie various peo- noting story of China merging into stories, The three expels medical tare. among which he said delivered to the congress in Octo- ple I spoke to in the hours after the the 21st century. the stories that may- shared a comma, cpirion. the biggest is the rising expectations ber. More important, he made con- speech was that China's entering a new tic reforms. 'China has reached a new be Western media don't really have *hid, is to show a true China of the people at home.because"now nections between these points. era could be a momentous turning junction and has to move fonnni" the chance to Interview" and not care too much about that the people have some, they presenting them in a vivid way. sea- point in work! histoty.- Moody said. The British journalist has written Mooch sees his task as communi- comments from theoutside want more': soned with personal experiences According to his interviews. he manystorles that explain China tothe cating China to agleibel audience, and world. The sincerest story is The complex international envi- and thinking. said. people believe that a more confi- rest of the world, and these have there are still a number of that often the most touching one. ronment S the main characteristic When asked about the effects of dent China is striding into a world brought him many honors. including need robe done.he said. Zhu Yoe. a seniorstudent of the new era as the world is frag- the anti-corruption campaign, he that it also is helping to shape. being named a State High-End 9 go back to the UK quite a lot and majoringm internationalixtV. mented by diverse problems and immediately listed 10 objectives. Moody has his own understanding Project Foreign Expert. I still don't think that people are tics fromBefinglnternabonal challenges he said. That's his style of approaching Chi- of the new era. With 40 wars of "1 like reporting on China because aware of the impact of a much bigger StudittSINier* While explaining what he called nese issues — divergent thinking reform and opening.up. he said China it's perhaps the 21st century most Chinese economy and China's being a the timeline of the new era (2017. and a vigilance not to lose sight of has reached a point where Aran move fascinating story" he said. lbe real more significant player in the world" 2021. 2049) and expounding his the connections between different on In many ways. such as in foreign fun of reporting in China is the dose- hesaid I can do is to report and do It was an understanding of XI Jinping points. policy. global governance and domes- ries to the actual story. the big lase- stream one by one' interesbng lecture. It was good to Broadcaster sees choice and confidence in rising nation Q&A I LIU XIN understand eerier, aspects E YANG V ANGLI the 19th National Congress of the Now that China has defied all kinds Ma professional journalist. atcut China h world be good Communist Party of China. Liu said ofpredictions of a collapse or econom- what do you think China's to have things We this ahead she was impressed with his use of the ic hard landing. Western obstners are mainstream media could do because it's about China. You For 20 years. Liu Xin has had a sin- word 'confidence. having a hard time explaining the Chi- to better report China to the don't have to captain China to gular goal: to build a bridge of under- It's the confidence China has devel- na phenomenon. she said. adding that outside world in such a media the Chinese people. tutyou standing between China and the oped through knowing that our sys- the result is an ignoranct-based supe- transformation age? need to explain it to the out- outside world. tem works. The confidence about who riority complex mimed with bewilder- side world The television presenter began we are as a people. as a culturePaulith ment and iced with jealousy. It's challenging. I think we Nektarlos Palaskas, Sotnee working for China Central TV. the the confidence about our future role in During her 30-nunute program. Liu need to be aware of new tech- and technologycounselor kY State broadcaster. in 199t two years the world:' she said. conducts the interviews with guest in nology. And the content is very the Swiss embassy after becoming the first Chinese to take part in — and win — the Interna- tional Public Speaking Competition. Early last year. her desire to share As media workers. we believe we have a great story to tell. In the past. people relied on a few correspondents or experts for information and opin- the studio or via satellite link to get a Chinese perspective on two tOUtrye top- lei that affect people around the world. "I understand the urgency to be G6 China has always been Important If we're more confi- dent. we can really be more sincere. be more at ease with our problems and our achieve- Ths eveM was very China's story received a major boos ions on China. But more people are more asertive. but I believe we always ments. So let's have a sincere interesting. when she was chosen to host The tuning in to Chinese media for infor- need to be aware of the danger of put- the subject of Western conversation. not shy away Wu invited Point, a prime-time discussion show mation both traditional platforms ting feelings before reason. putting from the problems we're fac- disbn- that airs weekdaos on the China Glob- such as1V and online." opinions before facts' she said. media criticism, ing. That's yaw I say let's tell guished al'Nelda!,Network. As more questions emerge in the "Nationalism is my biggest enemy the China story as it is. It's not speakers. She said that China entering a new minds of those watching from outside "President Xi has said we need to which is often 100 percent about achieve- andel of them are of global era mewls three things: opportunities. China liu said the opportunities to improve the quality and effect of devel- ments. Everyday we see mixed talking and have a resin, challenges and responsibilities. tell stories frominside the country are opment. I believe this also applies to downright bashing nevis.we have mixed feelings. about Chita China is bocrn 'My winning speech in that 1995 growing. However. so too are the chal- China's international communic-ation. so let's be factual. let's be sin- inc. and everycce is interest- national competition was about lenges- The Chinese people will work hand based on falsehoods:' cere and let people decide ed. I en0yed hearing the cboice:' she said. "After IS years of "Because of the Ideological differen- toward acommunkyofashared future. Uu gin. host of The Point on whether they want to watch us speakers' ideas about how reform and opening-up. we Chinese ces between China and the West. Chi- regardless of bowothers view us- or not. This is going to take China volt te n the future.I China Global Television Network now enjoy an abundance of choice in na has always been the subject of Meanwhile. Liu has ajob todo.lis a time. but I think if we follow cane herewith at openmind. our daily byes." Western media criticism. which is journalist our duty is to tell China§ the right philosophy: the right Ratthavcottlathalcualool. After listening to General Secretary often downright bashing based on story as it Is, one topic at a time. one steps, we're going to make it. first sec:ernof Thai embassy XJ Jinping's report at the opening of fidsehoods." she said. show at a time' she added. EFTA00800283 Al2 Saturday, March 10, 2018 South China Morning Post • CONTACT US Agreed disagree with the nloos on this INSIGHT page? Write to us at IIyou have an idea for an inion article. email it to Private clubs Power with purpose Robert Lawrence Kuhn explains why abolishing presidential term limits may well be good for China reform. The 13th National Peo- ple's Congress shows how the deserve `cushy' rental deals grand vision and mission of the o interview delegates Xi's prior designation as 'core' of reform hasbecomernoredifficult. 19th National Party Congress is Edith Terry says private recreational and officials at the the Communist Parry in October with entrenched interest groups translated into specific stratifies annual National Peo- 2016 and the inscribing of "Xi resisting change. the message and policies.If one sees only term clubs are part of Hong Kong's ple's Congress in Bei- firming Thought..." into the party must now go forth that all must limits.onecannot visualise thebig jing, interspersed with constitutionin October 2017 were get with the programme. because picture. heritage and have contributed to being interviewed in the interna- moremeaninidul. you can't outwit or outwait Xi. As for Ximaintaining the presi- nurturing less popular sports, as tional media about China abol- Moreover. the Politburo Because. it is said that only Xi dencyperpetually.ft doesn't actu- ishing term limits for its president. StandingCommittee. the highest has the vision. experience. com- ally matter much-this is thedeep well as a unique hybrid culture isto inhabit parallel universes. authoritative body in China. petence and character to bring insight of how China's party-state Dekgates and officials focus unambiguously supports Xi. about "the great rejuvenation of system works. Xi as core of the I on clustersof issues from control- Ilinawatcherssee the front page the Chinese people'. especially party and -Xi linping Thought.? n 1964.a young German. fresh off the plane at his ling financial risk and reducing of People's Daily- published the from 2020 to 2035 and ultimately astheparty's (andnow the state's) first job.went in search of asocialgoup.11efound a pollution to scientific innovation day after the newStanding Com- to 2050 - bringing China to global guiding principle means that Xi home away from home in Hong Kong'soldest and business stimulation. plus mince marched out on stage - centre stage - Xi's unimpeded can transfer titular party leader- private recreational club. newlyrelocated from a prime enhancing and institutionalising which featured Xi's photo on top. leadership is deemed essential. ship and/or the presidency tooth- locationonVictoria Ilartmur.whereCityllall is today. China's anti-corruption cam- many times larger than the small- China cannot afford "downtime" ers and still maintain his to a modest flagstone boathouse beneath Island Road paign with a powerful National er. subservient photo of all seven to accommodate a change of overarching power.It may well he on Hong Kong's south side. Filly-fiwyears later. Frank Supervision Commission. The members lined up on thebottom. leadership, and after Xi's success that. after serving two or even Pfeiffer.a Zen Buddhist and mountainclimberis still international media. no surprise. All this reconfirms that. in a at the 19th National Party Con- three more terms. rather than try- anactivemember of the Victoria Recreation Club. focus on the constitutional system where the party controls gess came the time to makeckar ing to find and install another established in 1849.11e has watched it ring the changes amendment ending term limits. the state - especially where the that he will call the shots for the leader like himself. hewill minima from Hong Kong'scolonial society in the 1960s. when it assumingPresident Xifinpingwill party isMarxist and ideology is its foreseeable future. bring about truedemacracy with- had only two Chinese membersandnofemale now serve in a for-life dictator- basis for being - Xi. as core of the Some argue that doing away in the party. members. to the hybrid institution it is today. under its ship. reminiscent of Mao's China. party. with his name inscribed in with tennlimitsshows thesuperi- Here's thebest case.Xi will not first Hong Kong(linesechaimmn. Wu Kam Shing. the Soviet Union. the Kim family the constitutions of party and ority of the Chinese system as it be leader-for-life. but leader long Itsmembership isa spectrum of liongKong's in North Korea and some African state as the contemporary arbiter allows flexibility in matching enough to bring about China's diverse and athletically minded middle class.There is countries. of Marxism.will be theun contest- leadership to requirements national rejuvenation and estab- the Hong Kong Chinese court reporter who visits the It is no challenge to explain ed. overarching leader of China (though what national leader. lisha Chinese kind of democratic club inDeep Water Bay every morning at gam on her wily abolishing term limits is bad for the rest of his sentient life. when extendinghis reach. has not norms. Could Xi continue until way from homein Ap Lei Chau to herworkplace in Sha for China - dependency on one For intended consequences. claimed -current requirements" around2035.wiwnChina pknsto Tin There are her fellow swimmers. many elderly. who human being who is not omni- theofficiallineis that the purpose as justification?). have basically" achieved fullmo- swim out to the buoys. rain orshine. hot orcold. every scient but is hostage to fortune. is national cohesion brought The party-run Global Times demisation. heading towards. by clay.Some 100.150 "paddlers" use theclubas a base for fewer and weaker checks and atm% when the three top leader- stated that ending term limits mid-century. 2050. a -great mod- outritfer canoeing, dragon boating and paddle balances. forced conformity in a ship positions - general secretary doesnot meanChinahasrevened emsocialist country"? boarding. Some of the sports were unknown to Hong complex society with no easy an- of Ile party. chairman of theCen- to president-for-life tenure. (But Many expect this experiment Kongbefore the club nurtured them. others. like swers. etc. The system begins tral Military Commission and who can deny that however long to end badly for China. It is indeed dragon boating. are deeply traditional. stronger in that hard choices can president of the republic - are Xi holds the top positions seems an experiment but its end is not In thecurrent debateover the future of the 67 be made and consistency main- aligned temporally and held bya largely up to him?) set. It may be a race between private recreational clubs that pay minimal rents to the tained. but it could become brittle singleperson. As for the unintended conse- achieving Xi's grand vision and government. history hasbeen swept aside. True.they in that officials are more wary and This makes sense. but as a quences. the almost unanimous. some untoward perturbation that weredesigned on a colonial template.in whichthe may say things they do not primam proximalmotivation.it is disparaging foreign reaction - could cause fracture. diverseethnic groups weregven separateretreats. believe. not entirely persuasive. The other than US President Donald All factorsconsidered. am not Membershipat thepinnacleclubs was reserved It isa challenge toexplain why current structure has existed for Trump's-didnot bumishaina's saying abolishing term limits is primarily for the British. Forother ethnic gaups. there abolishing term limits isgood for decades without outcry or angst international image. absolutely good for China. I am was a Chinese Recreation (3ub.a Cub de Recreio.a China. so that'swhat I willdo. Many expect this (not to mention that the three po- More worrisome would be a sayingit may be good- because of Filipino Club.an Indian Recreation Club. and soon. First. somebackmund.There sitionscould be unified by install- reluctance by officials to offer China's special conditions and Hong Kong'scolonial rulers reviewed thelease are three separate issues being experiment to ing term limitson the other two). constructive opposing views on Vsspecialcapabilities -but ifit is system for the private clubsin 1968 and 1979.and in conflated: the significance of end- Thenewera".markedby ea). central 'wham. good. it'sjust forthisonce. and it's the run-up to tlw handover in 1997 whenleases were ing tem, limits. the intended con- end badly for nomic. social and global com- By stressing term limits. the just for so long. 'that's the best restricted to 15-year terms. At the handover.anumber . sequences and the unintended consequences. Though terminat- China. It is plexities. is said to require firm and consistent leadership. mak- international media misses fundamental changes going on in casearooting for Xi. ofleaseswereextended to ensurea so-called smooth transitionThesceptic would argue that this wasa ing the two-term limit for China's indeed an ing moot inner party struggles China - this year. innovation. Robert tanrenceKuhnisa pubic dodge. and indeed.in 2011. during the first post-1997 presidency captures headlines. it and even mitigating 'wildcat gin- streamlining of government. faci- intellectual. international corporate review of privaterecreationalleasea by the legislative is more the symbolic. final step experiment but sip. facilitating focus on the tat litation of business (cutting strategist and investment banker. and Council. most of theclubs seemedobliviousto public rati4ingXi's near-absolute power than the big breakthrough itself. its end is not set of governance and development. Specifically. because advancing bureaucracy and reducing taxes). rural revitalisation and rural land China expert/commentata. Heisthe author of liowthina'sLeadersThink concerns as wellasnew requirements for"opening up" IP The government argued that subsidies were needed because use of land for sports and recreation would never trump commercial utilisation toschoolsand community organisations.Following the last well-publicised review in 2013 and the current investigation seeking new venuesfor public housing, they arenolonger complacent. Should the private dubs have got their cushy rental deals in the first place?At the time of the reviews 50 years ago.the government argued that subsidieswere needed becauseuseof land for spot-Band recreation would never trump commercial utilisation. What was truethen is even moresotoday.lhe highcost ofland in Hong Kongisa dragon innovation and creativity:the existence of the private recreational clubs means it has been lessof a drag onsports. Most of the clubs with government leases are framed around core sports-golf. tennis. horse racing. swimming. sailing and rowing. to namea few.Hong Kong athletes whosedevelopment wassupponed by theseclubs have gone to theOlympicsand other intemationalcompetitions.In the 1940s. the Victoria Recreation Club wasthe driving force behind Hong Kong's participation in the International Olympic Committeeand the /long Kong Sports Federation. Public pressure on theclubs to forgecommunity tiesandcontributeto llongKong through 'opening What the Western belt and road sceptics are missing up"schemes isappropriate- but not thepressure to convert theirland to high-riseestatesThe loss is not only to the core spons they represent but also to their uniquel)NA.whichis the foundation of Hong Kong - diverse.cosmopolitanandadventunms.If you want to Wenshan Jia says there are opportunities for the whole world to benefit from China's initiative joint construction and shared benefits) are look for a llongKong that isnot just about morn,. one observed in the Quad strategy. The belt place to look is here. and road wascreated to be anall-indusive hina's-Belt and Road Initiative"is country to join. Many think tank scholars rest. as we already live in a world platform. so Beijing hasty) need to fear Edith Terry is the honorary secretary ol the Victoria an original plan to carryout a new- and major media outlets in the West have connected by the intemet. The initiative localisation as long as such strategiesdo RecreationClub. She writesina personal capacity type of "collaborativeglobalisation" found it potentiallylucrativeand seeks to make the worts more not seek tocontain Gallia or disrupt its alxwe and beyond US-led type. It was expressed relatively strong suppon. interconnected for both the West and the plan. It would be wise for the Quad and proposed fiveyears ago byPresident Xi Yet. instead of appreciating China's rest. contributing to the construction of a thina to look for ways to collaborate. firming after the tapering off&US-led efforts to both inherit the liberal agenda of humancommunitywith a shared future. Quad countries need not take an globalisation in 2008. globalisation and forgea new path for Recently.the initiative hasinspired and antagonistic stancetowardsChina: the Xi offered three principles:mutual global development. many Western spawned a pushfor localisation. anti-China smearcampaip must be consultation. joint construction and political elite, led by the US. havestarted a particularly the Indo-Pacificstrategyled by replaced bya discourse involving shared benelits.China hassincethen fully campaign to resist the initiative.From theso-called "Quad" of the US. India. consultation and communication.The executed 101 ageements with 86 Australia to the US.and the UK to Japan and Australia. Some Western media world has experienced more than enough countries. and total investment in the 24 Germany.therearecalls for theWest tocut view it as a rival oraltemative to China's damagingtalk. not to mention wars. countries along the belt and mad regions interactions withChina to min'uniseor belt and road. The coreprinciplesof Xi's belt and road hasamounted to US$50 billion. resulting resist itsso-called -sharp power". The But 1would argue that it can be part of strategy must beidvraysapplied in China's in 75 industrialand trade zones, and lahelstypicallyapplied to China include China's initiativeas long as the three interactions with local strategies. If(him 200.000jobs. "authoritarian" and -predatory". citing Chinese principles (mutual consultation. is.as German Foreign Minister Sigmar With its focuson infrastructure. the Beijing for not upholding-freedom. Gabriel told the Munich Security initiative isa model not only for devekming democracyand individual rights". thecore Conference in February. "the only country countries. but also industrialised ones in values of the`West. in the world with any sort of genuinely Europe and North America. where ageing Ihisanitudetowardsthe initiative global. geostrategic concept'. then infrastructure needs replacing. It also adapts to eachlocal.national or atonal reveals not only a contradiction in the Western mind. but also the narrowing or The anti-China smear Western leaders should cultivate a genuinelyglobal strategy in line with condition situation and need.It is proving even dosing of minds. campaign must be Mina's vision, for thebetterment of all verydemocratic. more so than the Isn't it beneficial to meet the goals of humankind. lopsided US-led globalisation that spurred forging connectivity andcoopemtion. as replaced by a a populist. isolationist backlash across the Western world. articulated in Xi's effort to enrichand expand the meaning of the-free world" by discourse involving Wenshan lia. PhD. is a professor in the School of Communication. at Chapman Chinahas done a proper job of liberatinghumankind fromgeographical. consultation and University (California) and a research fellow explaining to the West what the initiative is financial. political and cultural barriers? at the National Academy of Development Stand-up paddlers partkipate in an event held at the and extended a sincere invitation to each Ihe world is no longer the West versus the communication andStrategy. Renmin Bniversityol China Victoria Recreation Club. Photo: Jonathan Wong EFTA00800284 4 f OA cum.% ours Werrasdow becerriser27.2017 VIEWS 9 2017 YEAR-END: Politics RobertLawrence Kuhn Watching China's year for history W hen future historians recon- representing a new kind of multilateral described four views &the future: a world struct the long history of Chi- global governance. There are complexities: that is safe and free of fear: prosperous and na they will likely circle 2017 political instabilities in Brazil and South free of poverty: open inclusive and free of as a year of significance. he Africa: the growing. comprehensive cooper- isolation: and environmentally clean and seen it all this year. and attended or even ation between Russia and China; the sen- beautiful. participated in the major events. I'vecon- sitive. multifaceted relationship At the 'Fourth World Internet Confer- versed with Chinese leaders and experts. between India and China. ence Xi asserted how the Internet posed and searched for meaning. Throughout the year, events on the new challenges for sovereignty, security and I didn't appreciate the opportunity Pre Korean Peninsula continued to development. had until I began reviewing the year from intrude. While China continued to At the '2017 Fortune Global Forum' Xi China's domestic perspective. seeking call for denuelearization and dia- called for openness and innovation to themes and trends. discerning from what logue. just hours before Xi gave enhance global economic growth. pledging we know about the recent past to what we the opening speech at the BRIGS toliberalize and facilitate trade and foreign might forecast about the near-tenn future. Summit. the Democratic Peoples investment in China. It takes no flash of insight to see the leader- Republic of Korea detonated its And at the 'South-South Human Rights ship and vision of President Xi-firming most powerful nuclear bomb Forum'. Xi emphasized Mat liuman rights headlining almost every event ever. must and can only be promoted in light of Following is the review of the meaningful specific national conditions and peoples events of 2017. 19th Party Congress needs". January: Xi began and the New Era The CPC's Dialogue with World Political the year with a memo- Parties was path-setting in that it put the rable speech at the October: 'Ibe highlight of the world on notice that a transformed CPC Vrorld Economic Forum year was. as expected. the 19th under Xi is reaching out globally with pride in Davos. Switzerland. CPC National Congress. Not quite and confidence — explaining especially to mounting a mating expected were the far-reaching developing countries. the developmental defense of globaliza- proclamations and• taken together. benefits of party leadership and party build- tion. free trade, and the magnitude of their significance. I ing. The point ofdebate. as it were.has economic openness and witnessed history and see six high- shifted front whether the China model of a Robert Lawrence liberalization. It was the lights. perpetually ruling party (with all that Kuhn first-ever speech by Chi- First Xi's name and thought were writ- entails) is good for China to how theChina na's head of state at ten into the CPCConstitution —"Xi Jinping model is good for other countries. Davos and. as commentators the worldover Thought on Socialism with Chinese Charac- At a meeting of the Political Bureau of the noted with amazement and irony. as the terigics fora New Fla': Xi is now. officially CPC Central Committee. Xi directed author- United States under President Donald the overarching creator and arbiter of polit- ities to improve digital infrastructure. pro- 'frump was apparently retreating from the ical thought. and combined with his desig- mote the integration and sharing of digital world and abrogating global leadership. nation as -core" of the CPC. he is now the resources. and protect data security: in China under President Xi was apparently undisputed. unimpeded leader with singu- order to better serve the nation's economic defending the international order and pro- lar authority Xi Jinping 'thought' is built and social development as well as to moting global governance. on the twin pillars of people orientation and improve people's lives. The big vision is to March: The annual 'two sessions" of the national rejuvenation, with the new con- turnChina into a world leader in big data National People's Congress. China's top leg- cept of development (innovation. coordina- and a global innovation hub for artificial islatureand the Chinese People's Political tion. green. open. sharing) driving a new intelligence by 2030. Consultative Conference National Commit- kind of economic growth. The last major event of the year was the tee. the top political advisory body.seemed Second. the "New En': which is intended annual Central Economic Work Conference, to radiate store enemy than usual. perhaps ass policy-energizing game changer. is a which identified "three tough battles" for in anticipation of the 19th National Con- conceptual lens with which to view the the next three years: preventing and defus- gress of the Communist Party of China in range of goals. strategies and concepts that ing risks (especially financial risks), elimi- the fall. A highlight was the adoption of the compose Xis way of thinking and the Par- nating absolute poverty (China's 2020 goal). draft general provisions of civil law, a step tys new direction. and curbing pollution (for instance. encour- closer to a long-needed unified civil code. The 'New Era" is envisioned in three tem- aging investment in environmental pro- I sensed delegates' growing confidence PetalSegments: (i) from now until the ful- jects). Setting three-year targets was itself and assertiveness to represent their particu- fillment of China's first centenary goal of a sraW /CIINA DAILY an innovation (over the traditional one-year lar sectors in the competitive marketplace "moderately prosperous society' in 2020 targets). thereby strengtheninglong.tenn of public ideas and government funding, a (2021being the 100th anniversary of the thinking, reducing pressures to make hasty competition that is vital for the develop- CPC): 00 from 2020 to 2035. when the CPC try's political life. remaining poor people out of poverty is a decisions. and giving markets stable expec- mon of China's kind of consultative democ- states it will build on the foundation of the Following the I9th Party Congress. some solemn commitment made by the Chinese tations. racy. This was especially true of the CPPCC moderately prosperous society so that. after might have expected a respite. a slower government to the people.It is uppermost The priority of reducing absolute debt National Committee. whose members are "15 years of hard work". the country will November and December. They were any- in my mind and I have spent more energy was modified to controlling a rise in bor- often leading experts in their fields such 'basically' realize 'socialist modernization": thing but on poverty alleviation than on anything rowing, suds that China's debt-to-GDP ratio that even though they do not have legal and (iii) from 2035 to 2050. when the CPC else." does not further deteriorate. This signaled authority to pass laws. they have moral states it will 'work hard fora further 15 Form is substance "Upper most in my mind?""blore energy that growth would not be jeopardized and authority to exert pressure and affect years' and *develop China into a country on poverty alleviation than on anything (to the disappointment of some) debt-driv- change. It did not escape notice that. that is prosperous. strong.democratic.cul- November The "state vint-plus" of US else?"Ari extraordinary statement from the en growth wouldcontinue. throughout the "two sessions: Xi was recog- turally advanced, harmonious, and beauti- President Donald Thump came at a delicate president! Although Xi has been making 'lb contain financial risk, China will nized repeatedly as "core" of the CPC Cen- ful': Realizing this vision at mid-century. moment. Amid pomp and pageantry, highprofile visits to numerous poor coun- crackdmvn on irregular and illegal activities tral Committee and of the whole Party around Vi50. with China being respected as including a personal tour of the Palace ties and villages. relentlessly championing in its chaotic financial industry and intensi- a great. modern. socialist country. is the sec Museum (Forbidden City). $253 billion in "targeted poverty alleviation" for realizing fy regulatory scrutiny: continue supply-side Belt and Road to the fore and centenary goal (2049 being the 100th business deals were signed a world record the -moderately prosperous society'. this structural reform (reducing overcapacities): anniversary of the People's Republic of Ctd- though critics complained it was all trans- was his clearest statement that poverty alle- and maintain a proactive fiscal policy a May:The first -Belt and Road Summit" na). actional, nothing structuraL The number. viation is hb highest priority. prudent and neutral monetary policy and a (the Belt and Road Forum for International Third, the new -principal contradiction" some said• was more form than substance. basically stable yuan exchange rate. Cooperation). held in Beijing was the diplo- in China's"New Era' is benwen "unbal- but here. perhaps. form was substance. Main contradiction reinforced Resisting arguments for shrinking State- matic highlight of the year inChina. Some anced and inadequate development" and Both Xi and 'hump hailed the visit as "suc- owned enterprises, China will make SOFs L10 countries participated. including 29 "the people's ever-growing needs for a bet- mato! and historic". Two unpleasant events in Beijing rein- 'stronger.better and bigger': and the gov- heads of state and government. the goal ter life". which includes increasingly broad Yet on sensitive topics, one could be for- forced the new 'principal contradiction': ernment will seek efficiencies by becoming was no less than the transformation of the demands fordemocracy. rule of law, fair- given for seeing sunlight between their highlighting 'the people's ever-growing more of an investor and less of an operator. economic structure of the developing ness and justice, security and a better envi- positions. On trade. Xi lauded the business needs for a better life" as that surprisingly China pledged to open up its markets fur- world: building infrastructure and connec- ronment" Flom now on, this newera deals and market access. -which will deliver powerful lens for viewing Chinese society. ther and to balance trade by boosting tivity. stimulating development. alleviating principal contradiction. replacing quantita- great benefits for the two peoples': 'Dump The fiat was alleged child abuse at a kin- imports (US pressures. expressed vividly by poverty reducing severe imbalances. pro- tiveGDPgrowth with qualitative improve- sought improved trade with China based on demarten.The second was a fire in which 'frump. were not mentioned). moting South-South cooperation and revi- ment of life, is what will guide China's "a level playing field for our workers' and L9 migrant workers died. In both cases. net- talizing globalization. domestic affairs and policies. solving the -massive trade distortion' — bens reacted with anger: in the alleged Theoretical foundation Xi called the Belt and Road Initiative 'the Fourth, the Party's leadership role in gov- which cluiracteristically Trump blamed on child abuse. anger about a perceived cover- project of the century: erning the country is expanding and the past US administrations, not on China. up: in the fire. anger for the disorderly and After five years of "practice: the theoreti- Jab% China celebrated the 20th anniver- Party's stringent approach to governing On the Democratic People's Republic of inconsiderate way of evacuating migrant cal foundation of China's economic devel- sary of Hong Kong's return to the mother- itself is intensifying. The Party will be more Korea. Xi reiterated China's firm commit- workers. opment is now labeled."Xilinping land.It was a time of reflection for the deeply embedded within agencies of gov- ment for a denuclearized Korean Peninsula When Xi first announced the new princi- Thought on Socialist Economy with Chi- cosmopolitan city long a global leader in ernment and sectors of society (including and direct communications. while 'Dump pal contradiction at the 19th Party Con- nese Characteristics for a New Era': paral- economic freedom and competitiveness. private companies, foreign businesses and said that they "agreed not to replicate failed gress. some dismissed it as arcane Party leling the phrase added to the Party Hong Kong had flourished: its way of life educational institutions),and by reforming approaches of the past" and he called for speak Public reaction to the alleged child Constitution two months earlier. The preserved. its economy dynamic. But times and purifying itself. the Party's governance "increased economic pressure until North abuse and to the fire revealed its prescient "thought' is based mainly on Xi's new con- change. With Shanghai and Shenthen on will be stricter and more comprehensive. Korea abandons its reckless and dangerous and perspicacious wisdom. cept of development — innovative. ccordi- the rise. and with some claiming the 'one The anti-corruption campaign, not only path': The second volume of Xi Awing: The nated. green. open and shared development country. two systems" principle is in continues it has been enhanced. Subsequent to Thump's visit. China (internam.ofChina. a collection of 99 of — which has been the core of his economic decline. Hong Kong faces new challenges. Fifth, the-New Era" has China moving announced revised regulations that were Xi's speeches. conversations. Instructions philosophy. August The People's Liberation Army closer to center stage of the world and mak- indeed structural. China will reduce or and letters, was published. The book offers For the first time at this annual confer- celebrated its 90th anniversary: In a move ing greater contributions to humanity. eliminate (over time) limits on foreign a resource to follow the development of XI's ence. topics other than economics were on both practical and symbolic, the PIA estab- offering 'Chinese wisdom" and "Chinese ownership of financial services sectors. ways of thinking and ideas and to under- the agenda. Diverse public concerns were lished its first overseas logistics base in Dji- solutions" for world problems. China's including insurance. commercial banking stand China's new guiding philosophy and addressed. such as buidensome homework bouti. situated strategically on the Horn of diplomacy will be proactive, championing securities, futures, and asset manage- the specific elements that compose it. for schookbildren sex discrimination in Africa the development of a community with a ment The month ended with what may seem a the workplace. andonline scams. ThisV(28a Xi Jinping.whciis also chairman of the shared future for humanity and encourag- Significantly the State Council. China light touch when Xi called for China to clear consequence of how China's new Central Military Commission. said the PIA ing the evolution of the global governance Cabinet established a Financial Stability upgrade its toilets. Toilets among the year's "principal contradiction" in the "New Era" is becoming 'strong" infonnationized system. and Dewlopment Committee to oversee highlights? Xirots serious and his point is now drives domestic policy as Chinese citi- armed forces.'The Chinese people love Sixth, I watched the new senior leaders of financial stability and boost risk prevention probative. For China to become a more civi- zens seek a 'better life': the government peace' Xi said-We orill never seek aggres- China the seven members of the new (including close monitoring or:shadow lized society, the hygiene of the people must must respond sion or expansion but...No one should Standing Committee of the Political Bureau banking' and corporate debt). This new be improved (especially in rural areas). and lb pick one message to characterize the expect us to swallow the bitter fruit that is of the CPC Central Committee, walk out on supra-ministry commission will be empow- for China's tourism industry to blossom. year: it is this. In 2017. under the leadership harmful to our sovereignty security or stage ending months. really years. of specu- end to make decisions related to reform better bathrooms are needed. Although of Xi. China set the trajectory. in all vital development interests': lation and rumor. Because everything in and development. coordinate issues con- China's leader talking toilets elicits smiles, areas, of the country2 domestic develop- Foreigners are wondering: what is the China reports to a Political Bureau Standing cerning monetary policy and establish and some say it downgrades his dignity, it ment and international engagement for the Plies long-term plan for operating over- Committee member. and because of the financial policies and related fiscal and demonstrates. above all. Xi's intrinsic com- next 30-plus years, to mid-century to 2050. seas? What will be the impact of the PLM Party's principle of collective leadership. industrial policies, thus improving the mitment to improve the quality oflife for Every year brings challenges. For China, modernization and reform especially its their personalities. composition and bal- financial regulatory system. the Chinese people. no doubt. big ones lie ahead. In 2018. China burgeoning blue-water navy with multiple ance determine the vision. strategies and At the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation December. In the first nine days tithe wN celebrate the 40th anniversary of aircraft carriers? policies that shape China. Leaders' Meeting in Vietnam. Xi strength- month. Xi engaged with four international reform and opening-up. The world is August China hosted the BRICS Sum- The importance of the Political Bureau ened his themes of making economic glo- events.stressing common commitment to watching. mit in Xiamen, East China§ Fujian prov- Standing Committee remains true today. balization more open. balanced and build a community of a shared future for all ince. The five BRICS countries — Brazil. but its importance frankly is also less true inclusive: lauded regional multilateralign humanity The author is a public bueilechaal, buerna- Russia. India.China and South Africa — today It is hard to overstate the conse- for promoting common interegs: and donut norpomte wares& and investment have increasing influence on global econo- quences of Xis name written into the Party stressed the Belt and Road Initiative for The four engagements banker, and China elven/commentator. He my and politics.but does BRIGS as an orga- Constitution. thus inscribing into perpetu- advancing global connectivity. Is co-ttrator (withAdamNW andhost of nization make sense? China certainly thinks ity his predominant status and assuring What struck me in Xi's speech was what To the "CPC in Dialogue with World Polit- CCMit Closer toChina withES Kuhn and so. and promoted the BRICS Summit as his continuing preeminence in the coun. he inserted about poverty: lb lift all the ical Parties High-Level Meeting. Xi "The;Value"commentaries. EFTA00800285 October 28-29,2017 5 COMMIAT OPINION 4 tt • 4: ChbuDallv Robert Lawrence Kuhn New era on the road to 2050 / winiessed history sitting in the Great dente: protecting and improving peoples hensiveness of the cate- Xi said. an example ot his plainspoken can- global financial crisis in early 2009.he Hall of the People during the 19th livelihoods; harmonious coexistence of man gories were clear. don "It will take more than drum-beating argued it was imperative to restructure National Congress of the Communist and nature (ecological civilization): national amplified by the commit- and gong-clanging to get there? Guangdong'sea:norm: so that it can none Party of Chinni listened raptly to security: the Pany's absolute leadership ment to deepen reform. The speculations of China watchers. and up the ladder of industrialization and pro- Xi Unpins. general secretary of the CPC over the miliuuy: "one daunt:EV.1mo sys- Ilene. by category: are the focus °Abe international media, have mote niece knowledge-based. high-tech low- Central Committee. when he delivered his tems" and promoting reunification with ma- what stood out. been on the new Standing Comminee of the polluting businesses. new-era-defining report I heard the wan: international community of a shared The Party and the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Commit- Nang Hurting, secretariat. is director M amendment to the Party Constitution that future for all humanity: and comprehensive fight against corrup- tee. Because everything in China reports to the Policy Research Office of the CPC Central enshrined "Xi Juiping Thought on Social- and strict Party governance tion. Confidence in a standing committee member. composition Committee. Wang is well known for provid- ism with Chinese Characteristics for a New The term 'Thought in Chinese has special Robert socialism and the and balance determine the vision. strategies ing intellectual vision and sophistication in Era". I watched numbers of the new Stand- meaning because before this it had been Lawrence Kuhn increasing role of the and policies that will shape China. support of practical strategies and policies. ing Committee of the Political Bureau o(the associated only with Mao Zedong — "Mao Party in managing all This remains true today. but less true ranging from political philosophy to interna- CPC Central Committee walk out on stage. I Zedong Thought: aspects of the country is unequivocal. and today: It is hard tooverstate the signiff tional relations. was awed by the presence of the leadership. 'socialism's a set of political ideas with a the increasingly strict governance of the canoe of Xi Jinping's name written into the Mao Lek. new chairman of the Central past and present. And I was overawed by complex history unified by public or com- Party. by reforming and purifying itself. is PartyConstitution. Xi is now: officially. the Commission for Discipline Inspection, has Xi's grand vision (or China and the counuys mon ownership of the means of production unanibignous. Moreover. the anti-corrup- originating designator and overarching served as head of the CPC Organization increasing. radiating confidence. Most of alL and concern for the masses. tion campaign not only continues but also arbiter orThought" as it relates to 'Social- Department. and before that. as Party secre- I marveled at the remarkable and historic 'Chinese ehandenstics" is the phrase. will he enhanced. ism with Chinese Characteristics fora New tary of Qinghai and Shaanxi provinces. In transformation of China which means so originating with Deng Xiaoping that adapts Economy. After more than three decades En". which is the guiding political theory of addition to his responsibilities for tarty and much to the Chinese people and which in Manism to China's special conditions — the of rapid growth.Chinas economy has been China and encompasses. essentially. every- government officials. Zhao provided strong this new era will mean so much to the rest Sinicization of Marxism in modern China — transitiOningtOsloWer but higher-quality thing in China. For Xi to be named in the support for the poverty-alleviation mission. of the world. which includes the market playing a decisive growth. Supply-side structural reform has CPC Constitution is the ultimate in authori- Ilan Theng Ls Party secretary of Shanghai. Having departed the Great Hall of the role in the allocation of resources and the been written into the Constitution. No GDP ty: surpassing even 'core"(which already Under his leadership. Shanghaihas become People. I reflected how I. an American. encouragement of non-public. for-profit busi- growth targets are set. The country focuses had superseded all other leaders). thus set- a recognized leader in trade. logistics and found myself caught up in the welling Chi- nesses. while at the same time state-owned on the teal economy(as opposed to specula- ting into perpetuity Xis predominant sta- finance. nese patriotism of the 19tti CPC National enterprises still playing a dominant role. tion. such as in the real estate sector). China tus and assuring his preeminence in the vAliat is the impact of all this on Chinas Congress. Certainly. I was experiencing first- "New Era" is a new idea in the constitu- is not backing away front State-owned country's political life. international relations? hand this inflection point In Chinese histo- tional amendment. and it is designed to enterprises. rather it will support slate capi- That said to knowChina is to know the There is no need tospeculate. Xi himself ry. when China envisions itself becoming a profoundly transform the essence of social- tal in "becoming stronger. doing better. and members of the Standing Conunittee. They in his report. openly and boldly tellsall who fully modernized country and taking pro- ism with Chinese characteristics into the growing bigger. thereby turning Chinese are a highly competent. highly experienced listen. China, he says. 'has become a active part in international affairs. and vision, concepts and strategies that com- enterprises into world-class, globally com- group: six of the seven have run provinces great power in the world': China's global regaining its leading seat at the high table of pose Xik way of thinking. petitive firms" or province-level municipalities. many of engagement is proactive. confident and great nations. The more I reflect. the more I see "New Consumption is fundamental in driving which in terms of population and GDP. are vowing. Economics and trade drive Chinak What have I just witnessed? Following are Era" as a conceptual lens with which to view economic growth.The framework of ngula- the equivalent ofmajor nations. power. exemplified by' the much-needed Belt some personal observations. the 19th Party Congrers.Semi-ofkial Party bons must be improved prudent macroeco- "ftaditional norms of balance and age are and Road Initiative. but diplomacy. the soft A general consensus describes (our pri- analysts say the new era answers five ques- nomic and monetary policy maintained respected. It's a diverse group — by geom. power of culture and media and the hard mary outcomes Mthe 19th Party Congress: tions- and interest and exchange rates made more phy. education and political career. They power of a blue-water navy projecting power. XiInning Thought on Socialism with Chi- are devek)pingralndlE meCharacteristics for a New Era; a new As Xi said the new era sees "China manna "contradiction' that defines Chinas princi- closer to center stage and 'lurking greater pal social challenge: a China that talces"cen- contributions to mankind'. Tae country' is ter stage in the world"; and the Party now offering 'Chinese wisdom' and 'Chinese enhancing its leadership of society. includ- solutions' to the international community — ing maintaining, indeed intensifying. its the experiences and lessons of Chinak anti-corruption campaign. remarkable development. especially to devel- lb me.however: a highlight was the sped oping countries. ficityof Xlk vision of China. not ordyeaaff RegardingTaiwan which exemplifies Chi- fishing policies teethe next five years. but also nese sovereignty,. Xi painted a bright redline. framing the agenda and setting the strategies "We will resolutely uphold national sover- (or the next 30 years.This congress. /a said. is eignty and territorial integrity and will never the 'tonfluence" of the "innCentenary tolerate a repeat of the historical tragedy of a Goals': a moderately prosperous sodetyby divided country: Xi emphasized. 'We have 2020(2021being the 100th anniversary of firm will. full confidence. and sufficient capa- the CPC). which will likely be fulfilled within bility to defeat any font oftaiwan independ- the term of the 19th ParrvCongress anda ence secession plot? great. modern socialist country by 2030 China has asserted again that it is no (2049 being the100th anniversary of the Peo- threat to any country No matter how power- ple's Republic ofChina). which is being ful China becomes. China's leaders say it will planned by the 19th Parry Congress. never scek hegemony or pursue expansion- In a multi-meaning refinement the path ism. Nonetheleat some foreigners remain to rind-century is nowdesivwd in two sta- suspicious. waryof Chinak long-tenn ambi- ges.In the first stage. from 20.M to 2015. the ZilAil HAWN a rot CMPO. ONLY tions. Who knowsfuturecircumstances...they Party states it willbuild on the foundation of worry? Who knows how China may change? the moderately prosperous society such that 1Vharroad" to take? Socialism with Chi- market-hased. For economic development. have worked together. in various combina- Although I fear self-fulfilling prophecy. lam after -15 years of hard work" the country will nese characteristics under new historical innovation leads. especially in science and tions. for years. With much now' being writ- encouraged that China appreciates such sen- basically realize 'socialist modernization". conditions. technology. ten about each member. filing offer sone sitivities and works to build confidence. In the second stage. from 2035 to 2050. the What kind of country to build? EWA a Poverty alleviation. Xi has made the personal reflections. The 19th PartyCongress. especially Xik CPC states it will build on a basically achieved moderately prosperous society and then a elimination of extreme poverty in China by First of course. is XiJinping. general sec- report is an epic narrative of what China has modernization' molt hard fora further 15 modernized socialist country. 2020 a cornerstone of his domestic policy. retary of the CPC Central Committee. whose accomplished, what China has yet to achieve. years" and"develop China into a great mod- What development to realize? Better life After allhow could China claim to have prior experience included governor of Fuji- and what China envisages as necessary tobe em socialist country that is prosperous. and common prosperity for all achieved a moderately prosperous society an province and Party secretary of Thejiang a great nation. XL now carries the authority: strong. democratic. culturally advanced. har- What goal to achieveThe great rejuvena- by 2020 if millions of citizens would be province and Shanghai. he also bears the burden. monious. and beautiful': Chun portrays its tion of the Chinese nation. still living in extreme poverty? In 2005. I was advised to study the -Zheji- Settin that new target date of 2035 for mid-century self as a glohil leader in every What contribution to make? Facilitate Opening-up. China reasserts its com- ang model': which promotes entrepreneur- China to achieve bask modernization. Xi area ofhuman consequence: economics and world peace and prosperity (exemplified by mitment to become more open. including ship to generate economic development. I sees China as standing at a new' historic trade. science and Ethnology.military and the Belt and Road Initiative ofbuilding easing market access and protecting the met XL who was then Zhejiang provincial starting point and socialism with Chinese defense. culture and gowniance. infrastructure in developing countries). rights and interests &foreign investors. Party secretary. and he recommended that I characteristics as exploring new horizons. But Chinese leadem and otlicia/s in genet- Thus. Xi -firming joins only Mao Zedong China's economists see foreign competition study China both 'horizontally" across China has entered a new era and the road al, seem to have a different highlight While and Deng Xiaoping in having his name as upgrading the quality and cost efficiency diverseregions and 'edic-AP through the ahead leads. apparently. to great nation sta- theRvo Centenary Goals" are certainlyvitaL affixed to a political philosophy in the Party MChinese companies. thus better serving history ofits development. tus by :Ek70. espedallywith new stages and specificity. they Constitution a blazing sign lost on no one. Chinese consumers. nilunderstand our dedicationto revitalize focus on the anion iment to the PartvConsti- It then would follow that the 'New Era" into Rule ofErw. Strengthening and institu- the country. one hastoappreciatethepride The author is a public bailer:nal, interna- cation "Xilinpinglbought on Socialism with which China is now entering is the third era tionalizing the rule oflaw and weakening that Chinese people take in our glorious tionalcorporate strategist, andChina expert/ Chinese CharacteristiCS for a New Em". of the CPC and by extension of the People's arbitrary rule of officials. is a priority. ancient civilization:Xi said;This is the histor- conunentaror.He is co-creator(tnqhAdorn `the(Xik) thought is the biggest high- Republic of China. Reflecting Xis commitment. the Party is set- ical drivingPate inspiring people today to 72tu)andthe host ofMina Global1devision light of the 19th National Congress of the A seemingly subtle but significant ting up a central leading group for advanc- buildthe nation. The Chinese people made Nateorks Closer toChina withKatsina. CPC and a historiccontribution to the Par- change is the Parry's judgment of what con- ing law-based governance in all areas. great contributions toward civilization and tys development: said 7lung Defiance the stitutes the fundamental -contradiction"in coordinating the activities of judicial enjoyed long-term prnsperity" he said 'Then third-rankingmember of the Standing Chinese society: (TonUadiction" is a Mane organs. The goal is to complete the transfor- we suffered overacenturvof national weak- CONTACT US Committee of the Political Bureau of the ist term expressing a panicularw-ay of mation of China's legal system by 2035 with ness, oppression and humiliation. So. we China Day lath CPC Central Committee. Liu Yunshan. political thinking — dialectical materialism theoretical foundations and practical haw a deep self-motivation to build our 100 the fifth-ranking member. said the elevation — which identifies 'dynamic opposing for- enforcement. country. Our commitment and determina- News: • “»1064911366; of XI's thought to the party's guiding princi- ces" in society and seeks to resolve the Ecology. Beautiful China is one of the tion Ls rooted in our patriotism and pride:' ple is of great political theoretical and prac- resulting tensions). country's main descriptions for its second But he cautioned that pride in China's subsaipti C0-69‘10203: tical significance. The principal contradiction has evolved centenary goal by the middle of the century. recent achievements should not engender I take a closer look at Xi's thought: first by from one between the ever-growing materi- This modernization is characterized by har- complacency navcrusen 6491.8631: examining each of its elements, then by con- al and cultural needs of the people and monious coexistence between humanity Second. premier of the State CounciL is Phone app: sidering its unified significance. backward social production to that between and nature (such as nature parks) and it Ii Keqiang. who was Party secretary of Hen- China Daily USA 'Xi Jinping" is the -core" of the CPC Cen- 'unbalanced and inadequate development requires substantial bolstering of regulatory an and Liaoning provinces. When I visited 1 0Brokoi..rs. Sore 2K0 tie' Committee and of the whole Party and and the people's ever-growing needs fora agencies and their enforcement powers. Ii in Liaoning. he explained the complex \belo.NY 10036 41212 537 asei., he thereby at the top level provides the "ten- better life.' Xi said. 'Pte needs for the people Armed forces. China's goal is to trans- challenges ofrevitalizingMate-owned tralism" of the P•utys cardinal principle of to live a better life are increasingly broad form the People's liberation Army into a enterprises while creating a fende environ- China Daly Ash Pacific democratic centralbm. and have to be met. Not only have their world-class military' by mid-tenuity. basical- ment for private businesses. Li shared the China Daly HongKong The 'Thought' is the totality of Xi's fun- material and cultural needs grown: their ly completing military reform and moderni- sameexperienceof )0 as educated youths in Room 1818. Het wo. Centre 7 Tn Wan Ri4n. ROW Aberdtel. damental principles. I see four broad este- demands for democracy. rule of law fairness zation by 20.35. with information the countryside in the 1970sAlwomerience 14"31(rtg emits: people orientation. national and justice. security and a better environ- technology/mter applications and strategic gave them the chance to know better coral .85225185M rejuvenation. comprehensive development ment are increasing. capabilities prioritized. China and the lives of nual people and thus and Party leadership. This "New-Era" contradiction. replacing F.specially significant for Xi's mission are fostered their people-orientation. In his report Xi listed 1+ categories: Party quantitative GDP growth with qualitative the two "anti's" — anti-corruption and anti- The following members are new: China Daily UK leadership over all aspects of society: peo- improvement (Cite. Is what will drive Chi- poverty — the former to support the Pany's Ii anitshu. who was governor of!lei- GesnonStrecticoclanEC4N6HA ple-centered policies: deepening reform na's policy. continuing leadership. the latter as a prime longjiang province and Party secretary of •aa '012073988270 comprehensively: new concept of develop- The mission of a CPC congress is to review example of what the Party has delivered. Guizhou province, has been director of the China Daly Afriee ment (innovation. coordination. green. and assess achievements of the previous five Xi does not downplay a realistic appraisal general office of the CPC Central Committee 27281-00100. Nairobi-11088 ()Pen and sharing): people as masters Mthe years. and to forecast challenges and set tar- of problems. including social imbalances. since 2012. •254(01205223498(NarObi) country: adherence to rule of law. compre- gets for the subsequent five years (and industrial overcapacities. financial system Wang Yang. vice premier. is former Fluty hensively governing the country by law: beyond). Overall. for the19th ParrvCongrem risks. endemic pollution. Achievingnation- secretary of Chongqing municipality and socialist value system and cultural con& the ambition of the goals and the compre- al rejuvenation will be no walk in the part." Guangdong province.At the height of the EFTA00800286 fi!. a 4. CHINA DALY werrassay, adorer IS.200 VIEWS 11 C-70 Five years on Robert Lawrence Kuhn Historical starting point for new stage of development he 19th National Congress of the T Communist Party of China. which begins on October 18. will set the leadership and establish the policies for the next five years. at least. While Party national congresses are always seminal events in the political life of the country. there is reason to expect that this congress will have even greater and longer-reaching impact. The context of the 19th e CPC National Congress S the grand vision for Chi- ., na presented by CPC Central Committee Gen- , eral Secretary XI -tinning. . who is now the "core" of 'the CPC Central Com- Robert mince and of the whole Lawrence Kuhn Party :It is an epic narra- tive of what China has remarkably achieved. what China has yet to do. and what China envisages as necessary to become a great nation. Xi's grand vision is famously expressed as "the Chinese Dream". described as 'the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation'. which has personal and national implica- tions. It Ls specified by two overarching goals: the two centenary goals of establish- ing a moderately prosperous society by 2020 — the 100th anniversary of the CPC is 2021 — and establishing China as a "fully modernized. socialist nation" by the 100th anniversary of the People's Republic ofChi- na in W49. The first goal. which includes the total elimination of extreme poverty in the coun- try will likely be achieved within the five- year term of the 19th CPC National Congress. It is the second goal that is of spe- cial interest at this time, because in drawing the roadmap and formulating the policies to achieve Chinak mid-century goal this Congress may set the agenda for the next 30-plus years. The CPC national congresses are the highest authority dCPC governance and decision-making. The CPC constitutional provision of holding congresses every five Sill CV / CIIPIA DAILY )ears was reaffirmed by Deng Xiaoping In the eat!), days of reform (in part to establish order and collective responsibility after a be the core. It was in October 2016. at the Xi's thought for national rejuvenation ty or direction change in any manner, will it period of chaos and political vicissitudes). Sixth Plenum of the lath CPC Central Com- includes a grand vision for global govern- be institutionalized? How will the forth- and since 1982. Party congresses have been mittee. that Xi was designated the 'tore" of The China model, Xi ance.consisting of eight big diplomatic con- coming National Supervisory Commission held scrupulously on schedule. the CPC Central Committee and of the cepts: a global community of shared destiny work? The congresses establish the senior lead- entire Party. The appellation WAS an unam- said, successful at home, and future: win-win cooperation: economic What is the relative prominence of mili- ership of the Party and hence the nation by biguous assertion that China requires globalization: fairer global governance: a tary reform and modernization? electing the CPC Central Committee. wtdch strong leadership to maintain stability and also broadens the way new kind of major power relationship: What is the relative prominence of inter- in turn elects all top Party positions, and ensure development given China's unprece- expanding cooperation while managing dif- national affairs. given the high-profile Belt also the Central Commission for Discipline dented.compkx challenges: domestically. for developing countries ferences: niulfilateralism: and people-to- and Road Initiative and China's intense. Inspection: review and assess the achieve- slower growth. industrial overcapacity. people exchanges. Moreover. Xi's Belt and pm-active diplomacy? ments and challenges over the five years endemic pollution. unbalanced develop- to modernize, thus Road Initiative— facilitating economic Forecasting the 19th CPC National Con- ment. income disparity. social injustice. gress is not all guesswork and triangulating since the previous Party Congress: set the vision. goals and objectives. agenda and pri- social service demands: and internationally prosiding Chinese development in developing countries. espe- cially by building much-needed infrestruc- rumors. Following tradition. Xi offered to orities for the subsequent five years: revise the Party constitution(to keep up with the regional matt icts. sluggish economies. wile- tile markets. trade protectionism ethnic wisdom and Chinese ture — is China's "project of the century': China recognizes it has international Party leaders a preview of his Report. Speaking on July 26. he outlined China's times): and project an image of unified pur- clashes terrorism. geopolitical [tallies. and solutions for problems responsibilities and seeks to uphold a corn- acinewments since the previous national pose and direction to engender national territorial disputes. mon. comprehensive. cooperative and sus- congress: new concepts of development. confidence and commitment. Nloreover. because China must deepen facing mankind. tainable security strategy China's own deepened reform enhanced rule of law. The review and assessment dthe previ- reform to achieve the goal of being a moder- requirement is to protect the country's strengthened environmental protection. ous five years and setting the agenda and ately prosperous society, the resistance of three sacrosanct "core interests" — its polit- and a more capable military. priorities for the subsequent five years are entrenched interest groups must be over- ical system. economic development and China. XI said has. after suffering centu- fornially presented in the Report delivered come. In fact. the necessity of having a lead- national sovereignty (territorial integrity). ry-long hardships and tribulations. taken by the general secretary representing the ership core to maintain stability and theories. systems. culture of socialism with China appreciates that to be a major three historic leaps. from standing-up to outgoing Central Committee and thus expedite reform was a primary factor relat- Chinese ctuuucteristics): opposing the"tour country. with its political influence reflect- becoming better-off to becoming stronger. reflecting the consensus view of the Party ing to Xi's elevation to be the core. evil winds' (formalism.bureaucracy, ing its economic strength. and also to pro- Xi called for a comprehensive. strategic and leadership. Ratified by the congress (after In addition, not only does XI have the hedonism. decadence): the "four greats" tect its own core interests. its diplomacy forward.looking action program highlight- minor modifications). it becomes the guid- responsibility for China's transformation: (struggles. projects, enterprises. dreams). must be pro-active.China does not claim ing the success. and vitality of socialism with ing document that drives policy for the he is also accountable for it ale has shown The combined intent is to make Party that its"China model" can be adopted by Chinese characteristics. the increasing incoming Central Committee. courage in combating rampant practice of members. especially Pasty and government other countries. but the world should strength of the Party. and China's expanding On the day following a congress, the first graft bribery and illicit patronage. Xi's officials. more dedieated committed com- understand Xi's principles of governance as circle of friends in the international com- plenum of the new 19th Central Committee relentless anti-corruption campaign is petent and loyal. with exemplary moral optimally suited for China's domestic condi- munity. InChina. he stressed. political legit- S convened to elect the Party's new senior altering how officials in towernment and standards of probity and rectitude. It is no tions. imacy Is founded on competence and leadership. including the Political Bureau. managers in industry work. and even how small order. Party congresses have similar styles and accomplishment. the Standing Committee of the Political they think And let no one assume that Xik The Partys unremining anti-corruption to casual observers, they can all seem much Significantly: Xi asserted that China's Bureau(to which. in essence. everything in battle against corruption has been risk-free. campaign unprecedented under Xi. has the same. But they do have differences. development stands at a new historic start- China reports), and the general secretary of Xi as the core does not change the Partys won strong public support and will certain- which are usually subtle and often mean- ing point and that socialism with Chinese the Central Committee. Also approved are cardinal principle of "democraticcentral- ty continue. But some foreign analysts mis- ingful. characteristics is entering a new develop- the Central Military Commission (which isd: The Party says it is encouraging the takenly see Xi's anti-corruption campaign For the 19th National Congress. some of ment stage. The CPC cannot rest on its lau- oversees the People's liberation Army). the democratic solicitation of input and feed- as largely a tool of political power. thus the things to look out for are: rels.he stressed. The country faces daunting Secretariat (which runs Party daily opera- back from Party members. lower-ranked reflecting a superficial and one-dimension- Are political frameworks and policies challenges. He warned the Party against tions), and the head of the Central Commis- of cials...and the general public: and al understanding of (Tina. Befitting the size stated in their expected forms? If so.confl- self-satisfaction and blind optimism. sion for Discipline Inspection. strengthening centralism through Xi's core and complexity of the country. for almost dente in political and economic stability s Xls comments resonated with his core The planning for the national Party Con- leadership. every decision of importance. China's lead- reinforced. values and bear witness to his consistency gress follows similar patterns. Beginning In a complex world. given the diverse ers have multiple motivations. How is General Secretary Xi Jinping's sta- In 2006. then Thejiang Party Secretary Xi more than a year in advance. it involves interests and forces in Chinese society the !bribe anti-corruption campaign. these tus as "core" further stressed, as expected? told me that China should be proud ofits both formal and informal processes. The Party asserts that the Chinese Dream can- motivations include respect for the rule of Who are the members of the new Stand- successes. but its "achievements should not formal process includes the election or not be realized without unity. Strong leader- law and judicial impartiality: effective func- ing Committee of the Political Bureau and engender complacency': adding "we need to appointment of about 2.300 delegates ship is requited to build and maintain unity tioning of the Party devoid of personal what are their portfolios? assess ourselvesobjectively: (2.2SOdelegates at the 19th National Con- for China to continue its development. interests: public trust in the Party: efficient Assuming the Party Constitution is Preparing for the upcoming congress. XI gress) from among the Partys over 89 mil- When Xi received the core appellation.he economic resource allocations (corruption amended to include Xi's new ideas. DPW recognizes that the people's desire for a hap- lion members, at all levels and in all sectors. was already general secretary of the Party distorts markets): expediting reform(by strategies. new initiatives. will they be given pier life is stronger than ever. They want and the preparation of the Report via an chairman of the Central Military Commis- breaking up"interest groups" that resist an overarching label? better education. higher incomes, stable elaborate system of extensive research in sion. and president of the country — the reform): maintaining national unity(by What is the composition of the new Cen- jobs, reliable social insurance.higher quali- targeted areas (involving thousands of three highest leadership positions in China removing officials with non-standard politi- tral Committee? ty healthcare. more comfortable living con- experts). solicitation °amid input. drafts — so how does being the "core augment his cal ambitions): elevating morality dai- In listing the essential economic,politi- ditions. a more beautiful environment and (or sections) circulated to numerous Party perceived stature or actual power? nty society: restoring ethical standards of cal social and ecological policies a richer cultural life. experts and officials for comments, and iter- The 2016 Party plenum communique Chinese civilization: and facilitating China's are there shifts of emphasis that however And there has been an inflection point in ative intense reviews by higher bodies and confirmed that "the collective leadership emergence as a world-business center and nuanced. suggest changing priorities? China's international perspective. reflecting senior leaders. In addition, smaller groups system... must always be adhered to". global role model. For deepening reformsurely stressed. the nation's consequential global engage- are assigned the more sensitive tasks of Nonetheless. there must have been shifts in Xik thought for the country— his new what targets are specified? For example. ment. The China model. Xi said successful amending the Party constingion and rec- terms ofboth the setting of the agenda and ideas. new strategies. new initiatives set what will be stated explicitly about State- at home. also broadens the way for develop- ommending candidates for the newCentral making final decisions — or else making XI forth over the past five years — can be owned enterprise reform? ing countries to modernize. thus providing Committee and senior leadership positions. the core would have little meaning. encapsulated as the overall vision of the Environmental protection is a high prior- Chinese wisdom and Chinese solutions for Final decisions for this yeark congress. as When foreigners dismiss the political "Five in One" construction (economic. polit- ity.but what specific regulations and problems facing mankind. well as final edits of the Report, were made aphorisms of China's leaders as simplistic ical. cultural. social. ecological): governance enhanced enforcements distinguish the The influence of the 19th CPC National at the Seventh Plenum of the 18th CPC Cen- sloganeering. they miss an opportunity to &the country via his -Four Comprehen- fight against pollution under XI from those Congress and the impact of Xi Jinpingk tral Committee. held on Oct 11to 14, days enrich their understanding.Chinese offi- sives"(a moderately prosperous society: of previouscongresses? thought seem for decades to come. prior to the opening ceremonyof the 19th cials certainly hold Xi's frameworks in high deepening reform strengthening the rule of Many social areas will be highlighted — CPC National Congress. esteem. law. strictly governing the Party): and for example. education, healthcare. rural The author Ira public intellectual. interna- 'lb understand the position and role of Xn thought for the Party, the inner-Party renewed economic development via the land reform. migrant worker residencies — tionalrorpomte strategist. and China CPC Central Committee General Secretary directives. include the"eight regulations" Five Major Development Concepts (Innova- but do any stand out? eapertfrommentator. He is co-orator (with Xi at the19th Party National Congress we (against waste and perks): "four self-crud- tion. coordination.green. open. sharing). As already affirmed. the anti-corruption AdamBru)andhost ofearaVreloser to should appreciate what it means for Xi to dences"(in the country's development path. plus supply-side structural reform". campaign will continue, but will its intensi- China with R.L. Kuhn. EFTA00800287 76 Wednesday March 21. 20)8 Frill IR, (i1,O11ALI CPC-led system a political innovation Editor's Hots: which is a necessary requirement The Two Sessions, the annual meet- for advancing reform. ings of China's top legislative and advisory bodies, have been under GT: What do you see as the under- global spotlight for the past few lying reason for the institutional weeks. This year's Two Sessions restructuring of the government are of extraordinary importance as passed during the Two Sessions? they have adopted the constitutional Kuhn: The sweeping restructur- amendments, restructured govern- ing of the Chinese government ment institutions and elected the new streamlines the bureaucracy, national leadership. To understand eliminates institutional conflicts what the institutional changes mean of interest between government for China's future, as well as the bodies, aligns authority with policy agenda for the coming year, responsibility, and, significantly, Global Times (GT) Washington- enhances the leadership of the based correspondent Hu Zexi talked Party in the management as well to Dr. Robert Lawrence Kuhn (Kuhn) as the oversight of the govern- who is a long-time China observer, ment. Although the restructur- and author and editor of over 25 ing has multiple motivations, a books. Kuhn has been invited to Bei- prime driver is to support China's jing to take a closer look at this years continuing development under Two Sessions. complex conditions — a slowing economy, uncertain financial risk, GT: What kind of policy issues are unacceptable pollution, the special you following during the Two Ses- demands of innovation. sions? Given China's challenges at Kuhn: The proposed amendments home and abroad the government to the Constitution oldie People's restructure is timely. Some media Republic of China give a road map outlets describe it as a "reshuffle." ofareas deemed critical. Several as if the random rearrangement of of the provisions strengthen the issues and to provide oversight in the policies. But because ofits scale and a deck ofcards. I beg to differ. stability, continuity and robustness of management ofofficials. power, the CPC, which is the ruling This restructuring is as deliberate as governance. Beyond these, I looked for party, has a higher obligation to pay it is far-reaching — and planned precise- any deviations from expectations, for GT: China for long has argued that attention to other parties and voices. A ly to address a host ofcontradictions. example, on State-owned enterprise democracy or any other political mecha- true democracy is measured by how the The outcome is to strengthen CPC's reform or local government financing. nism should be developed on the basis majority treats the minority. leadership throughout the country. In I also looked for any reaction to the of a country's specific condition. How do fact, deepening reform is now defined, increased push-back against China's you see this belief, as well as its practice? GT: As a decades-long observer of China, for state as well as for Party institutions, rising global capabilities from certain Kuhn: Certainly, political systems dif- what do you think the constitutional as strengthening the CPC's leadership countries. fir, even between countries that have amendment will bring to the country? in every sector. The aim is consistency the same ideology. Nonetheless, there Kuhn: This constitutional amendment and uniformity in implementing policy. GT: In recent years. the Chinese govern- are great commonalities in the goals is all about strengthening China's The announcement of the restruc- ment has made more efforts to make and objectives shared by all countries system of governance, especially the turing followed swiftly after the adop- Two Sessions' agenda better meet public and people. I suspect that over time, Party's leadership of the country and tion by the National People's Congress expectations. For example, the govern- measured in not less than decades and President Xi Jinping's leadership of die of the constitutional amendment, and ment will cooperate with media websites perhaps even centuries, there will be Party and the nation. although both were long in the works, to conduct surveys a convergence of Going by the whiplash of Western their rapid-fire sequence serves to un- about top policy areas systems toward reactions, one could be forgiven for as- derscore the preeminence of President that the public wants what I call with a suming that the amendment is all about Xi in setting the new agenda, and the the Two Sessions to smile, "Optimiza- abolishing term limits of the president power of the Party in implementing the address. How do you tionism" — leaders, and vice president. In fact, there are zi new policies. evaluate such efforts? officials, executives clauses in the constitutional amend- Kuhn: Irrespective of the nature of the making myriad decisions every day to ment and to understand where China GT: Environment has always been a political system or ideology, transpar- optimize outcomes without thinking of is going, one must gauge the meaning heated topic at the Two Sessions. How ency in governance is the best way for the ideology. and intent ofall of them. do you see the prospect of green develop- government to deliver effective, ef- Xi has been consistent in respect- ment in China? ficient programs, and enhance credibil- GT: There's talk about China's unique ing, indeed in championing, China's Kuhn: I have been following China's ity. The Chinese government has been system of multiparty cooperation and Constitution, and by now amending it, environmental problems for over two striving to increase transparency; which political consultation led by the Com- he underscores the congruity between decades, and until recent years under deserves praise. munist Party of China (CPC) during the the realities ofhow China is governed President Xi. While officials would of The Two Sessions are a vehicle for Two Sessions. How do you observe this and what the Constitution says — thus course decry pollution, it only became the government to communicate with system? bolstering Xi's commitment to the Rule progressively worse. Companies flouted the people and engage them through Kuhn: The benefits of a one-party-rule of Law. the law. The minuscule fines were a media in dealing with all the critical are apparent: the coherence of policies, Establishing the National Supervi- small price for not worrying about the issues. rapid decision-making and formula- sory Law and Commissions, expanding cost ofcontrolling pollution. Officials tion of strategies that require long-term the anti-corruption campaign to all were loath to risk impeding economic GT: How do you see the political belief consistency for long-term commitment public organs and organizations, reaf- growth. Today is dramatically different. ofChina that democracy should meet the But all systems of governance have firms Xi's commitment to enhancing President Xi has raised ecology and real or fundamental needs of the public? trade-offs, and two challenges ofone- the rule oflaw environment to the highest category of Kuhn: Government performance and party-rule are assuring that all rational As for term limits, it is not that Xi national priorities. Ecological progress democracy are not the same. points of view, including dissenting will hold the formal tides ofleader- is among the five top goals (along with The former is indeed assessed by ones, are included in the decision-mak- ship for life, but that he will hold real economic, political, cultural and social alleviating poverty, reducing pollution, ing process; and systemic checks and leadership long enough to bring about progress). Green is the third of die New improving healthcare and the like. balances for oversight ofofficials at all China's national rejuvenation and es- (Five Major) Concepts of Development. Democracy is the public participation of levels of government. tablish Chinese type democratic norms. The change in attitudes toward pollu- common people in the complex process China's system ofmulti-party co- All factors considered, because of tion is stunning. For example, fines for of governance. operation and consultation, led by the China's special conditions and Xi's spe- corporate pollution now hurt. Thus, true democracy is much CPC, is a political innovation in includ- cial capabilities, abolishing term limits broader than one-person-one-vote. ing inputs and ideas from diverse seg- may be good for China. It is commonly It includes, primarily, the capacity to ments of society, while still maintaining said that China's system of governance provide substantive input on complex harmony of spirit and consistency in can ensure stability and consistency; EFTA00800288 South China Morning Post Monday, November 21, 2016 All INSIGHT The basic law Core siren Robert Lawrence Kuhn says those who see China's designation of Xi Jinping as core leader to be a variation with arbitrary imperial power, and of unintended consequences insucha "command-obey" system. Mike Rowse says the continuing of strongman rule misunderstand its significance for a people navigating their way through huge challenges goes the argument. there is simply no need fora are. political tussles in HK illustrate the Rather. giventoday's panypolit- en. at a recent ical structure. the concept of a core pain of being caught in a cycle of party plenum. both strengthens cohesion and actions and reactions, and we must President Xi fin- serves to prevent a personalitycult, ning (w 41el was not to promote one. liming a core address the root cause of the grievances designated as means acknowledging that the "core" of the Communist Party's party system is not the "emperor Central Committee. some Western system"-absolutepowerisrejected berthas beena considerablefocusrecendy on media were quick to condemn the - and that the optimum system. at the Bask law and the ruk oflaw, and their rise of a new "strongman". While least for the foreseeable future. is a interaction.Perhaps neglected in the process has recognising thesignificance of Xi as combination of concentrated cen- been a different but relevant concept: the law of the core was correct. conjuring up tralism and democratic collective unintended consequences.whereby an actiongives visions of an emerging dictator was leadership. rise to outcomesunforeseen by the instigator. not. Corroborating this functional /long Kong's tortuous path towardspolitical reform I recalled my meeting with Xi balance. in thecommuniqua is.sued isa casein poinClhefirst reference tothe idea of years earlier. when he was still party following the sixth plenum. the universal suffrage for selection of thechief executive secretary of Zhejiang (:Vi.) prov- "collective leadership system" is comes inArticle 45 of the Basiclaw. promulgated back ince. Even then he was criticising reconfirmed. It states: -The imple- in 1990.1.00king towards 1997. its purpose was to "empty talk" and advising. -We mentation of collective leadership reassure. Naturally. attention turned to the subject in should never overestimate our and personaldhisionoflabour isan theearly pan of thiscentury. While peopleunderstood accomplishments or indulge our- important component of demo- that themove towards universal suffrage had to be in selves in our achievements". cratic centralism and must always accordance with the -principle of gradual and orderly I took note of how Xi stressed, be adhered to."And it stresse&"Any progress". the reform package put fonvard in 2014 was "We need to assess ourselves objec- organisation or individual shall. widely perceived asdisappointing,- the plan tostick tively". Hardly, in retrospect. the under any circumstance. not be with an unrepresentative nominating committee ruminations of a gestating dictator. allowed to violate this system for deciding who could enter therace was unpalatable. To understand whyXiis now the any reason."Thethreeany's"seem TheStateCouncits whitepaper on thegovemance core. one must appreciate the no accident. of /long Kong.intended to set things straight. only complex challenges of our times. Some analysts see contradic- stirred things up and led to the Occupy Centnd (line is now facing multiple chat- tions. On the one hand. the pnrests.'the government let the action linger, hoping laiges:domestically - slow growth, communique calls for democracy public anger would pay divichynds in the 2016 industrial overcapacity, endemic and constructive criticism internal- LegislativeCouncil election. tAbilethe 79 daysof pollution. imbalanced develop- ly within the party. On the other. disruption did bring the pnrestersmomentary ment. income disparity. social disobeying the central leadership is opprobrium. menmoriesquickly faded. In theelection. injustice. social service demands: forbidden. backed by vigilant the pro-govemment shareof thevoteactually felt and and.intematiomdly- wars. regional supervision and tough discipline. theattack on theidea of independence led directly to a conflicts sluggish economies. vola- Yet to read these statements as near 20 percent shareofthe vote fora localist faction. tile markets. trade protectionism, contradictory is to misunderstand 'this was surely not the objective. ethnic clashes, tentrism, geopoliti- what is happening here. Xi appreci- Now thegovemment is trying to overturn the cal rivalries. and territorial disputes ates the complex and arduous tasks election outcome.'the practicer)!banning some in theSouthand East China seas. that lie ahead. He told me so a potential candidates from standing. then using all Most critically. because China "democratic centralism". The party was "based on thevaluable experi- Xi's authority is a primary reason. decade ago.and it is obviously truer meansat hand tounseat some of those elected. isa must deepen its reforms to achieve bolsters each of the concepts: ence of the party and we feel keenly IN told. for designating Xi as core today than it was then. The state- tactic more usually associated with third-world its oft-promised goal of a "moder- encouraging the democratic solici- about it". leader. Party theorists say China ments are harmonised. first. by the countries following a military amp. ately prosperous society" by 2020. tation of input and feedback from Iluang explained that "a core is "urgently" requires a political nucl- partismotivation toseekoptimum the resistance of entrenched inter- est gaups must beovercome.More subtly. there is what some call a members. lower-ranked officials, and the public: and strengthening centralism through Xi's leadership needed to ensure that the party will be thegoveming pany". describing it as significant for upholding the eus that is sophisticated and nuanced.attuned tocontemponuy times. 'though conditions now policies forthecountm and second. by keeping most of the divergent views intemaL 00 pervasive "soft resistance' - local officials who donot do their job and of the principal levers of power (his positions as party general secretary. Central Committeessauthority and maintaining the central. unified differ from those in 1989. Deng's admonition rings timelessly true. 'true loyalty is telling leadership in private what one really believes is Has something been lost in economicelites wtomigrate. head of state. chairman of the leadership of the party and for its However. that a core leader is intheirbest interests,not pandering translation here? Perhaps If reform had been progressing Central Military Commission. and -staying tnie to itsmission". needed now does not mean onewill and fawning by repeating what one smoothly. then why strengthen head of the "leading groups" on 'Therefore. party theorists always be needed. When China thinks leadership wants to hear. we need an interpretation central authority by investing Xi with the status of are leader? Xi has reform. nationalsecurity and inter- net security). explain. Xi as core leader is more a ratification of reality than a shift of becomesa fullymodemised nation. perhaps by mid-century. condi- Though there are concems. no one here worries that Xi will become of the interpretation encountered obstacles: if there A fourth factor is that a core is fundamentals. tionsmaychangeagain. Mao. In the shon term. the judicial review sought by the were no obstacles. there would be required to manage the party more What does Xi as core mean in a China isnow the world's largest chief executiveagainst the decision byLegco president no need fora coreleader. I have been speaking to party officials and theorists about Xi as strictly and thereby give members and the public more confidence. Witness Xi's relentlessand unprec- historical context? It was Deng Xiaoping (>»I•>') who introduced the concept when he designated .. trading nation and its second-larg- est economy. China's diplomacy is expanding and its military is grow- Andrew Leung Kwan-yuen to give Sixtus Baggio Leung Chung-hang and Tau Wai-chinganotheropportunity to take the oath has been successful. MrJustice core leader. In fact. the necessity of having a leadership core to main- edentedanti-corruptioncampailm. which is altering how government Jiang Zemin (::-.,14KI as "core of the third generation" of central leaders. True loyalty is ing.From its Beltand Roadinitiative building infrastructure and facili- Thomas Au liing-cheung nded in the High Court that their oaths were invalid. they should not be given a tain stability and expedite reform is officials and industry managers bolstering Jiang's stature following telling leadership tating trade in over 60 developing second chance and their trositions should immediately the first and foremost of what I work and even think. Let no one his unexpected appointment as countries to its leading role in the bevacated. Nlanyobsenrers thought hemight decline found to be four factors relating to assume that Xi's battle against party leader in 1989. At the time. in private what ON peacekeeping forces. China. the torule at all. and simply refer the matter back to the Xi's elevation. A second factor is that not only corruption has been risk-free. Significantly. these four factors China was facing the dual impedi- memo( economic stagnation and one really "Middle Kingdom". Ls involved in everymeaningful macro(intema- Legco prmident.The problem with onearm of the administrationdelving too deeply into the processesof does Xi have the responsibility for undergirding Xi as the core leader social uncertainty at home, and believes is in their tional affairs. another is that it innitably generaths more requests to China's transformation. he is also accountablefor it.Moremn.he has map onto his overarching political framework. his strategic blueprint economic quarantine and diplo- matic isolation abroad. As Deng best interests So. what kind of China do we want? Certainly not one with weak do so. And. sure enough. we now have legal challengn against more legislators. plus a challenge against the shown courage in confronting and called - the FourComprehensivee pointed out: -Any leading group central leadership and fragmented chief executive himself. dismantling a vast. corrupt system -a moderately prosperous society, should have a core: a leadership I hear frequently of the-painful citadels of power. With its hugeand Given that. in the pastotherlegco members who of bribery. patronage and illicit reform.mleof law. panydiscipline. with no coreisunreliable." lessons of China's century-of blood imbalanced population. and its had politicised their swearing-in and then done it wealthaccretion. Xi'sarestatus arises, we're told. Only then did Deng retrospec- and tears" and that for China not to diverse culture and traditions. properly second time round were permitted to take up A third factor is that Xi as the core through the collective will of the tively apply the novel term to Mao have a tested and authoritative China today requires a leader with their seats. did Leung and Yau have a'legitimate does not end. and even may not di- party and the people. Becoming Zedong ( ₹;d'U) and to himself. as leadership core would be-unthink- sufficient strength and prestige to expectation' that they would enjoy similar treatment? minish, the cardinal principle of party core is not an automatic core of the first and second gener- able". Party inner talk says -Xi secure social stability. drive eco- 'the Legcopresident certainly thout.,lit so. hence his consequence of being general sec- ations. respectively. (Of course. finning has passed the test of the nomic reform, and guideit in being original ruling. Now it is fora higher court to decide. 00 retary: a core leader must fit the times and the status must be earned. Mao was so utterly dominant that calling him core during his lifetime would have seemed a demotion. people ' to beChina's political core. leadership core. and a core of the times. a responsible world power. Xi as core leader should be good for China and. thus. for the world. Meanwhile. the National People's Congress Standing Committee has sought to clarify Article 104 of the Basic Law.whichrequirei aU peopleconcemed to Xi Jinping as Speaking at a press conference following the 18thCentral(ommit. Deng remained coreeven when he nolongerheld any officialposition.) Chinese scholars argue that "core" is a unique characteristic of Robert LavirenceKuhn is a public "swear to uphold the Basic Law of the/long Kong special administrative region of the Peoples Republic core leader is tee's sixth plenum last month. Today's world is more complex. Chinese political theory - however intellectual. politkaMeconomics of China and swear allegiance" to it. But the Huang Kunming Cad01), executive China faces threats at home and inapplicable (even inexplicable) in commentator, and an international interpretation is different: it talksof "a legal pledge... to more a ratification vice-minister of the committee's abroad. Volatility groin and uncer- Western political theory. They call corporate strategist. He spoke at the the People's Republic of thinanndits Hong Kong of reality than Publicity Dwartment, said that the tainty abounds - the Middle East Western concerns that Xi as core launchceremonyol President Xi Special Administrative Region" (emphasis added). Has "central and local departments as and Donald Trump are offered as leader means that "a new emperor findings book. The Governance& something been lost in translation here? Perhaps we a shift of well as the military all expressed evidence. 'the need to secure is born" wildly unfounded. even China.andisthe host of Closer to need an interpretationof theinterpretation. paranoic. In feudal society. the China with R.L Kuhn. a weekly show If. at the end of the day. there are two for morel fundamentals their support" for Xi's position as party core.adding that this decision China's stability Ls more essential than ever. and thus to strengthen emperor ruled unconditionally co CCTV Nevis produced byAdam Zhu vacant Legco seats. thenwearein by-election territory. I don't think the peopleare fooled throne minute about what is going on.Ineach constimency.an impeccableoppositioncandidate willstand.wina Bring down the curtain on this idiotic political drama majority. and take theoath impeccably. Unfortunately. thistragedy-or farce - willcontinue until the government starts to address the underlying grievances overthe lack ofmeaninblulpoliticalreform instead of just hanunering the symptoms.which 1 Alice Wu has had enough of the brouhaha over the (you're tired of all thepolitics, I barred. And that is why the duo's ir but it's pretty obvious who has generates new grievances in theprocess. feel you.It's draining to say the least. especiallywhen the oath-taking by two lawmakers. Now that they've pledge to spend every penny-and lest we forget. this also means the been played for total fools. In case they haven't noticed. the Mike Rowse is the CEO of Treloar Enterprises and an melodrama in Hong Kong is mounting cost to the public purse- lawmakerswho served as the duo's a net ofessor at the Chinese University of Hong Kong. dragging out: it has become been disqualified, HK must focus on battles ahead to "appealat all costs" isbeyond chaperones have stopped downright dreadful when we know rich. coming from them. babysitting them because there is there isno respite in si&lit. Clearly. they have yet to wrap no valuein being their keepers any We were supposed tohavea thechamberonceagain spilled out briefamdleltifis bunt walking their headsaround theconcept of more.Escorting thedurisLegco briefbreak after List September's onto our streets. shadow, a poor player "personal responsibility". 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It therewill benostayof execution chief executiveethaion. scheduled Hell-raising politics is not going and fury.and theydid nothing for is they whomadethe election that could stop those ready to for late Marchnext year. the city away any time soon. but the sheer the common good. meaningless. contest their seats. should by now be focusing on stupidity of the localist pair's What they did opened theduor And. to add insult to the grave We must fight our political what'sahead. actions really is one for the books - foram imitation tothe counsto injury they brought on the rest of fatigue. We can ill afford to be But. thanks to the two recently Macbeth. in fact: intervene. What they did presented us. they areasking for donations. At distracted by those who disqualified lawmakers. who lacked Tomorrow. and tomorrow, and an opponunity loran somepoint -if werenot there continuously Hy to foolishly make the necessary knowledge.ability tomorrozo, /Creeps in this pet0•µm interpretation of the Basic Law by already-we must take serious their own stupid mistakes our and respect for oath-taking. our from day today. the National People'sCongress offence to be taken as fixts.again collective problem. (albeit dysfunctional) legislature To the fastayiletbleofrecorded Standing Committee. and again.The curtain must now has basically been shut down fora time. Mad all ottorsterdays haw What they did. ultimately.may bedrawn on thisoverly played-out Alice Wu isapolitical consultant and month:Hieugly politics that lightedfools well become the precedent for second act. a former associate direaccof the should have been insulated within The unyw duscedealh. Out, out, other legislatorsto besimilarly The irony may beton on the Asia Pacific Media Network at UCLA 2.1:011TARUS: Agree ordIsagreevith the opinions on thls page? Write to us a If you have an Idea for an opinion article, ermine to A yellow umbrella, a symbol of the Occupy movement, Is used In a recent protest against Beijing. Photo: Reuters EFTA00800289 South China Morning Post Wednesday, April 25, 2018 All CONTACT US Agree or disagree with the o 111,011S on this INSIGHT page? Write to us at If you have an idea for an o inion article. email it to Looming tech war Older people still have lot to offer in the workplace Robert Lawrence Kuhn says the ZTE showdown points to a misunderstanding over motives they have come to belime, has become a competitor and may becomean adversary, and that US tolations withChina must now Paul Yip says measures to ensure s someone who works for US- President Xi filming has been prescient form joint ventures and transfer knowl- be managed as with an emergent adver- China understanding and about domestic control of core technol- edge. as well as license technology with sary. not as witha developingpartner. Hong Kong retirees remain active roots for US-China partner- ogies.emecially relater.] to the interne and below-market terns and conditions, while InChina. nationalistic voicesare on the ships. I've been concerned. but more recently to artificial intelligence. the state supports Chinese enterprises in rise. castigating the US for its self-serving through employment may help of worried, over what others Since taking office in 2012. he has stressed acquiring foreign hi-tech assets, and sane- motivationto impedethina'srise.and call- prevent poverty and partially offset havecafled looming trade war". I've not the "hidden risks" that come with core tions commercial cyher theft. ing for China to become more self-reliant, worried because tariffsdon't work: they are technologies not being mastered domesti- President Trump is wildly unpopular more rapidly. especially in world-class the impact of a declining birth rate blunt instalments ina *basedeamomy. cally. lie said. "Heavy dependence on im- among American elites. especially among semiconductors. so that the countrywoukl penalising American companies and ported core technology is like building our policy experts. who donut need macho!an not be mineral* to US "blackmail". E consumers as much as Chinese. Most house on top of someone else's walls: no excuse to criticisehim-note the fusillade of Welcome to the unhappy world of self- mployment is the most robust method for American experts oppose tariffs. and Presi- matter how big and how beautiful it is. it attacks on Trump's tariffs. But these elites fulfilling prophecy. where the actions of keeping people out of poverty. In ilong Kong's dent Donald 'trump likes to make big deals won't remain standing during a storm." are not criticising Trump on US moves to each side in response to a perceived threat latest poveny situation report. for thosewith a after makingbig threats. Innovation is the first of Xi's -five major counter what they. with unusual consen- from the other side increases thelikelihml job. the poverty rate is only 12.3 percent.compared to But I am now worried over what I will concepts of development". sus. perceive to be Mina's unfair policies. of that threat morphing from theoretical to 77.4 percent among those not working.Among older call "a looming tech war". because the and in some cases unlawful programmes. actual. adults withajob. it is 12.9per cent. compared with 48.2 structural imperatives go deeper. tobecomea world leaderinstate-of-the-an To both sides. I offer two pieces of percent among those without employment. As everyone who follows China knows. technologies. especially Al. information advice.First. take a breath anda fresh look, Chief Secretary Matthew Cheung Kin-chung has the US Department of Commerce has im- technology. robotics. advanced manufact- because the road on which you are travel- recently raised the possibility of pm:noting woMorce posed a denial of export privileges uring. new energy vehicles. aviation and ling will not lead to a happy place. participation for those aged 50.64 and helping those against' it. China's second-largest tele- Beijing also claims biotechnology. Second.contemplatewhy the othersicle aged 65-74 re-enter the job market. Hong Kong's communications equipment manufactur- China claims that it is still a developing is misinterpreting your actions. To my workforce participation rate among olderadults is 17.7 er. thus prohibiting US companies from that the country itself country. so different misapply. a founda- American friends, what makesChina think percent. lower than in Japan (22.7 per selling essential electronic components and software to ZIT., a crippling sanction. is a victim of tional principle of theWorld TradeOrgan- isation.Beijing also claims that the country the US is resisting its rise? To my Chinese friends. what makes the US think that cent). Singapore (26.8per cent) andSeoul (31.5per cent). China has responded resolutely. with discriminatory itself is a victim of discriminatory policies Mina isa competitor and may become an TheJapanese government has been voyactivein actions that seem selected from expert sce- restrictingits irnpons of hi-tech products. adversary? pm:noting workforce panicipationamongits older nario planning. and with rhetoric. both in- policies Of course. China had to respond with Projectingmalevolent motives and see- citiwns.emecially since 27 percent ofits dignation and nationalistic bravado. appropriate actions as well as confident ing sinister conspiracies is the easy wayout. population was aged 65 or over as of 2017.The From China perspective. according to From the US perspective. according to words. imposing heavy tariffs on (IS It can solicit cheers and plaudits in one's population size hasdecreased. from 128 million in its Ministry of Commerce. "If the United its Department of Commerce. the prohibi- sorghum and signalling that additional domestic media but it will impede progress 2010 to 127 million in 2015. and the United States attempts to curb China's develop- tion against it i is punishment forZIT. vio- agricultural tariffs were at the ready. along and islikelytobeself-defeating, Nations estimates that the number will continue total) ment ... it miscalculates. The action targets lating US sanctions against Iran and North with barely veiled threats against US com- The US and China must each figure out until 2061.The numberofmigrantsmoving to the China: however. it will ultimately under- Korea. making false statements and ob- panies operatingin China. how not to confirm the othersself-fulfilling country has not offset the population decrease. leaving mine the US itself." affecting tens of thou- structing justice. and then after reaching a Here's my fear. While I have argued that prophecy. no choice but col:want the labour participation and sands of jobs and hundreds of related US settlement agmement.viulatingit. most mainstreamAinerican experts are not productivity rate.especiafly among olderadultsand enterprises. The United States claims it is not resist- motivated to impedeChina's rise.asmany Robert LawrenceKuhn is a public intellectual. married women with children. "Targeting technology is like throttling ing China's rise. but rather the country's in China believe. I can no longer make that international corperatestrategist and 'though HongKong's total fenility rate is only 1.2 the neck of the Chinese enterprises." unfair or illegal means to achieve it.The US argument persuasive. investment banker, and China expert and per woman-less than the 1.4 in Japan-wehave wrote China Daily. "'the ZI'E case should action enumerated four such practices as In the US, there has been a dark tum commentator. He is the author of HowChints benefited from migration from the mainland to keep remind China's decision-makers of the rationale for imposing punitive tariffs, all among experts that US policy towards Leaders Think anda co-creator Nth Adam Zhu) our population young.Our life expectancy isalso very urgency to become self-sufficient in core relating to technology or intellectual prop- China. calibrated over four decades to and host of CGIffs "Closer to China with R.L similar toJapan's. at 81 Carmen and 87 forewomen. It is technologies." erty: foreign firms in China are required to shepherd China's rise. has failed: China. Kuhl' and -TheWatcheCcommentaries time to explore how tomake better use of our older IP IP The most important thing is to provide an option for older adults to be active in the job market adults. We should create the right environment for raising the retirement age and extending employment beyond that age.Some issues. like excessive health and medical insurance costs forth(' older workforce. and long wontinghours. should be re-examined. The govxmment cancreatea fund to protect against excessive increases in insurance costs, while introducing a more fkxible wonting arrangement for the older workforce. The most important thingis to providean option for older adults to be activein the job market.and give them the choice of whether to continue in a job:Mose who have had enough could perhaps take on volunteer work in the community.For those who stay on with paid employment. more flexible time arrangements would better suit their needs, while their rok•s coukl be redefined so as not to stand in the wayof the career advancement of younger workers.Some tangible support might be needed for thebusiness sector. ideally through a tax-deductible arrangement rather than the proposed cash support. Forsome work. such asin teaching and research. thesituation depends on individualability.Asin overseas countries. participants should be allowed to work asking as they meet expectations.At present. a vigorous review process takes place to determine whether to extend beyond retirement age. The education levels of HongKong's older adults is not high and among those with very low levels. most can only find work in low-skilled jobs such as cleaning and security duties. Nevertheless, these areas face a Greater effort is required tofoster gender diversity shortage of labour and can be a good fit. In such cases, people's rights and pay should be better protected. to avoid companies exploiting thismap of workers. Also. sometimes.older adultsare not driven by money when seeking work.Forsome, finding meaning Kevin Sneader and Anu Madgavkar say the Asia-Pacific region needs more women leaders managers being women (from only6.2 per in their work can be sufficient.The Japanese cent in 2015) through a range of initiatives emerienceshows that some older adults continue to including flexible workinghours. work to maintain their independenceand fitness. Such omen's representation in high- InIndia. only 44 percent of students in 2015.compared with the 13 percent However. there is much more that can workers. whatever they do. display highlevels of rankingpositionsin business tenkuyeducation are female and many average in ()ECU economies. be done to give women the freedom to professionalism. and politics isa *bat issue. but graduatesdon't take up employment: only Theattrition of WOR)C11from the talent choose a cam,aswell as motherhood. Respecting the wishes of older adults andproviding an even more pressing onein Asia-Pacific. 25 percent of entry-level positions in pipeline starts even earlier than Narrowing theleadership gender gap will a quality choice in terms of working would be a win- Across the region only one in five peoplein Indian companiesare taken bywomen. In motherhood. associetalanitudes militate requireconcerted action by governments win situation for the whole community. leadingroles isa woman. Japan. the sharedwomen enrolled in against women pursuing a career and and companies from encouraging and 'Ibis waste of women's talent comesat college is higher.at 47 percent. but women prioritise looking after families.In India. 70 helping girls to cam the right skills for a Paul Yip is chair professor (Population Health)in the an economic cost. hlany economiesin the were only28 percent of studentsattending percent of respondents to the 2010-2014 changinglabour market and mourning Departmental Social Work and Social Administrationat the region are ageing arid skillsshonagesare the top lOuniversities. World ValuesSunty agreed with the women in their careers.to shifting University of HongKong on the rise: making more of women's lbeshare of wumentrodes sharply statement. 'When a umber works for pay. attitudes towards women's roles through potential can help meet suck challenges. from entry-level to the boardroom.and the the children suffer." public-awareness campaigns to- perhaps Businesses gain a great deal from biggest "breakpoint- is motherhood. In a most importantly- making work flexibk. supponing women. NIcKinscy's 2018 2015 McKinsey survey.45 percent of Asian More help with childcare is urgently report "The Power of Parity" found that executives cited the"anywhere.anytime" needed.Govemments can use public companies in the top quarter for gender performance model as the largest barrier spending to expand childcare provision diversity on theirexecthive teams are 21 to women movinginto senior roles.In and companies can set up nurseries. percent more likely to experienceabove- Japan. a sunvy found that three-quarters More can be done to Flexible workingpracticesin companies avenge profitability. of women respondents said they were not are vital. In Australia. financial series Even in developed economies in the interested in managerial positions. partly give women the company Suncorp enables flexible Asia-Pacific. few womenare getting to the topin business- in Japan. thereareno because promotion would mean working oven longer hours. freedom to choose a working through work at home hubs" that combine homework stationsand working femaleCEOs in the top 100public lbesecond most cited factor behind career as well as spaces in regional shopping centres. companies. In Australia and Singapore. the share of women CEOs in 2016 was only6 womendropping out of work is the "doubleburden" of holding down a job motherhood Such efforts are only likely to be effective witha root-and-branch shift in percent and 5 percent respectively:Hie while looking after the family. In China. 33 attitudes towards women's roles in society. Philippines. a traditionally matriarchal percent of female respondents toa 2017 There has been some progyess;the Governments can lead from the front. society whose government has been sanitysaid that they hada lower salary sharedwomenoncompany boards has setting targets forwomen's representation proactive in tackling genderinequality. what they rehimed to work after having a been rising reflecting effons by both in business asJapan and Singapore have does better in senior positions overall. but baby. and 36 per cent said they had to governments and private-sector done. and more companies can push for only 3 percent of CEOs and 15 percent of accept a demotion. Sixty-three percent organisations. India has made it true diversitywithin their ranks. Doing so is board members are women. said they did not want a second child mandatory for companies to have at least not only in the interests of their bottom line Thelowershare of women in leading because this would hurt their career. one female director, and theAusualian but the health of the economies in which positions within companies isn't allabout Manywomenstrunle to return to work Securities lbcchangeCorporate they work the glass ceiling-the point at which because childcare options are limited or GovemanceCouncil tracksgender women's careers appear to halt. Rather. too expensive. In Australia. net childcare diversity inits constituent companies. Kevin Sneader is chairman. Asia-Pacific.of women's under-representation has its costs (paid by two-eamerfamilies) were 20 Japanese pharmaceutical company McKinsey8 Company.Anu Madgavkar isa For some, finding meaningIn work Is Important, as with rootsas far back as the education system. percent of an avarage family's incomein 'l'akeda hit its target of 30 percent ofnew partner at McKinsey Global institute these women who recycle used clothes to make bags. EFTA00800290 South China Morning Post Commentinsight & Opinion United States US-China trade war could end with a `big deal' through baby steps towards mutual understanding Robert Lawrence Kuhn says the US must accept China's need to support technological development, while China should work with US policymakers who oppose tariffs but want the country to further open its markets and protect intellectual property rights PUBLISHED : Thursday, 30 August, 2018, 5:02am - UPDATED : Thursday, 30 August, 2018, 6:15am 11 Robert Lawrence Kuhn EFTA00800291 President Xi Jinping Major Speech HAPPENING NOW XI JINPING ADDRESSING U.S. BUSINESS LEADERS Seattle September 24, 2015 Robert Lawrence Kuhn Simultaneous Commentary EFTA00800292 Quest Means Business China's CHINA'S XI JINPING MAKES FIRST U.N. SPEECH Xi jinping o RkhartiOuest UN Speech Robert Lawrence Kuhn Interview ieptember 28, 2015 CHINA'S XI JINPING MAKES FIRST U.N. SPEECH CNNI 2212 CET RichardOuest EFTA00800293 EFTA00800294 CNN'S AMANPOUR — May 29, 2013 President Xi Jinping to meet President Barack Obama Interview with Dr. Robert Lawrence Kuhn, long-time adviser to China's leaders. ace.china-us-amanpour.cnn CHRISTIANE AMANPOUR, CNN HOST: Good evening. Christian Amanpour. There may officially be only one superpower today, but another is rapidly advancing. The United States and China jockey for position at the pinnacle of the world in what might just be called a race to the top. So how will the first tete-a-tete go between their leaders, the two most powerful men on Earth, U.S. President Barack Obama and China's leader, Xi Jinping, will meet just over a week from now in an informal setting at the aptly named Sunnylands Estate just outside Los Angeles. China is anxious and angry about Obama's much-touted "pivot" to ►r ►W Asia and about what China perceives to be the U.S. siding with Japan over disputed islands in the East China Sea. The United States, for its part, has a laundry list of concerns, everything from alleged Chinese hacking of even its most sensitive military secrets to its influence over North Korea and Pyongyang's nuclear saber-rattling. President Xi says the U.S.-China relationship is at a crucial juncture and he says that he wants to forge, "a new type of great power relationship." So what exactly will that look like? We need to know because this may just be the most important -11 relationship in the world today. And in a moment, I will dig deeper with Robert Lawrence Kuhn, a long-time adviser to WREN POWER MEETS POWER Pat 11 China's leaders. AMANPOUR: Robert Lawrence Kuhn has tremendous insight into China's leaders. He's a long-time adviser to the Chinese government; he's met President Xi several times and he's the author of the book, "How China's Leaders Think." That is a big title. Welcome to the studio. EFTA00800295 Fareed Zakaria GPS "Xi Jinping: The Governance of China" Robert Lawrence Kuhn October 5, 2014 FZ: What in the world is the leader of the second largest economy on the planet thinking? That's a question many would love to know the answer to, but in a closed, secretive society, like China, it's all but impossible to know. He rarely gives interviews, and the press in China is far from free. But now we have something to look at Chinese President Xi Jinping has a new book, entitled The Governance ofChina, and it's aiming for worldwide impact State media there reports that the book has been published in nine languages: Chinese, English, French, Russian, Arabic, Spanish, Portuguese, German and Japanese. My next guest, Robert Lawrence Kuhn, says it is a milestone. Kuhn has advised the Chinese government for twenty-five years, and is the author of How China's Leaden Think. Welcome. KUHN: Pleasure to be here. FZ: First, give us a sense of who this man is for our viewers. Who is Xi Jinping, and why is he a little different from China's ordinary leaders? KUHN: Xi Jinping has been involved in all aspects of what makes China today. His father was one of the founders of the country, truly a great revolutionary and a great reformer in the early days. Xi Jinping graduated from Tsinghua University ['China's Min, with a degree in chemical engineering. Then he went through more than two decades working at the local level. Starting in a county, and then a city, Xiamen, working his way up for many years in Fujian province, becoming the governor. Then for five years Xi was the Party Secretary of, the number one official responsible for, Zhejiang province, P re SIMInuagial which is the center of entrepreneurship in China. So that gives him a great sense of business. And antg that was when I first met Xi Jinping, actually, in 2005, and then again in 2006, seeing him doing the real work of running a province, a local area. President Xi is a person, when you see him, who is unassuming; he's big, he has a strong presence WHAT IN THE WORLD IS XI JINPING THINKING? ON in a room, but you feel very comfortable with him. He doesn't put on airs, he's very warm and EFTA00800296 BBC World News Robert Lawrence Kuhn China's Economy & Politics President Xi's 'Four Comprehensives' August 25, 2015 HOST: Dr. Robert Lawrence Kuhn is an advisor to the Chinese government and author of How China's Leaders Think and he joins me now from Beijing. A cut in interest rates today - but in China any economic decision is always colored with politics. RLK: Certainly people are concerned here, but you have to realize a 430/0 drop in the Shanghai stock market is still 250/0 above its 52-week lows, so what the economists, government, tries to do is to distinguish between the so-called real economy and the stock market. Most people realize China's stock market was overvalued, but perception is reality, and if people have less money on paper, they'll spend less, and so the fall will affect the real economy. And you're right, the way to look at such situations in China is not just economically - you can't look at CHINA MARKETS FALL China without looking at politics, and here there are China Cute interest rates for fifth lITO since Nov two major areas. One is President Xi Jinping's state visit to Washington. This has been a very tense time in Sino-US relations: South China Sea, cybersecurity, human rights, lots of issues. But what this economic uncertainty and volatility will do - I hope - is to make ...a .1 both presidents focus on what really affects human beings and human lives, focus on economic areas, -3. 51%-112. 77 ; because this is where there can be some commonality between China and the US. The contentious issues are real, but economics is more real for people. CHINA MARKETS FALL Domestically in China, it's really interesting, because Clime slOcks COntinue to tumble in recent days, there have been editorials in People's Daily talking about extreme resistance to reform and older leaders who are still involved and maybe shouldn't be, and so you have to look at domestic politics in terms of what Xi Jinping, who is China's dominant leader, the president of the country, head of the party, head of the military, and other titles as well, and what his overarching policy is. It's called the "Four Comprehensives." We learn from each one. The first says that China wants to build a CHINA MARKETS FALL fuf tereay Sh3/191,10 markets saw D4Q9e$1 fa la 8 years moderately prosperous society'. That's their short- term goal. It's not different than others have said in EFTA00800297 ——「 I v 门报 声报 杂志 'S ' 天酮 people.cn P 1S3 flIRT OuI &4. PSWIW' 人民日报海外版2017年05月0s日星期一 撅回目录 鑫基 往期回顾匡］日 回分类检索 “一带・路”将成本世纪伟大敌事 ・——t访擅．比鞋姜士盒主味，旧柙・劳伦厮・庭庳 ‘ ・．. ..I.讧- 。。 fl4C. ....t.- I轳4'"' “一带一路”将成本世纪伟大故事 鑫辫 .．・・-・’．‘一．・．.'-1 "Ill e r . .t . ・・电・．・・．—— ．皿・ ’一＇ ・・．・・拓 -‘一・一・ ——专访美国库恩基金会主席罗伯特・劳伦斯 库恩 ．棉——… 咚粪 镂鞯 M 啼厢，．呐■．. 一呻I啸上隹剿一崔＂・两－ 本报驻美国记者张朋辉 《人民日报海外版》 (2017年05月0s日 第0I 版） 逋向「命运共同体」的必由之锵 ?: 鸡： …… ：逮辗 第01版．耍闻 版面导航 下＝版◆ 罗伯特一劳伦斯一库恩 “一带一路刀国际合作高峰论坛开幕前夕，本报记者专访了美国库恩基金会主席罗 伯特 劳伦斯 库恩°作为此次高峰论坛的嘉宾之一，库恩博士密切关注中国倡议 的u一带一路为建设，对“一带一路力建设及u一带一路＂国际合作高峰论坛抱有很高期 待°他认为， k一带一路力倡议正当其时， x一带一路＂建设将成为21世纪最伟大的故事 之一 。 中国找到了同世界的契合点 库恩分析说，“一带一路对在世界这么受欢迎，是因为中国找到了自身发展经验同 世界需要的契合点。他说， 胡一带一路力倡议在全球许多国家受到热烈欢迎，主要有3 个原因：一是基础设施是很多发展中国家的迫切需要，基础设施建设是u一带一路为的 重要关注点。二是世界上很多国家经济增长缓慢，他们希望通过参与u一带一路爿建设 项目刺激经济增长。三是对于许多发展中国家来说，中国既是一个榜样，也是能够带 来专长、经验和资本的国家，参与k一带一路力建设项目是与中国加强合作的理想方 式° “一带一路刀倡议提出3年多来，成果超出预期，得到国际社会积极评价°库恩 说：“习近平主席关于合作共赢的全球化观念，从蓝图变成了路线图，从计划到付诸 实践，从纸面的概念变成了地面的项目。过去3年， ＜一带一路’建设项目遍地开花，我 亲自见证了这一设想从愿景变成现实° 刀库恩说，他更看重的成就是将正在进行的“最 EFTA00800298 US Xinhuanct World Business Entertainment Sports Culture & Mu Sci & Tech Health Odd Interview: Xi's engaging, creative diplomatic approach to benefit China-U.S. ties: U.S. expert 12015-09-10 21:06:53 I Editor: Tian Shaohui by Xinhua writer Luo Jun BEIJING, Sept. io (Xinhua) -- Chinese President Xi Jinping, with an engaging and creative diplomatic approach, is likely to secure "a big success" in his visit to the United States later this month, said U.S. expert Robert Kuhn. In an exclusive interview with Xinhua, Kuhn, author of "The Man Who Changed China: The Life and Legacy of Jiang Zemin" and "How China's Leaders Think," recalled Xi's previous trip to California as president and to Iowa as vice president as "one of the best images as for China." EST OF HONOR 2015 NCE 1HE FUTURE THROUGH CHNA AUERCA • GLOBAL MARKET KRUM THE Ir ite Ndri I tic. • ....MY. 1 (The photo shows Robert Lawrence Kuhn introducing "Xi .finping: The Governance of China" at BookExpoAmerica in New York on May 29, 2015) "He went to sporting events and I was at one of the luncheons. You really had a wonderful, enriched feeling about China at that point," Kuhn said. Now with the United States entering a political season of presidential election, issues of contention with China and the lack of overall understanding of China's policy has been increasing, but Kuhn believes that low expectations can become an advantage as people may "get surprised on the positive EFTA00800299 8 CH INA DA ILY.CO M.CN/OP IN ION MONDAY. OCTOBER 20.3014 le a 4: CHINA DAILY Comment editorial • opinion ROBERT LAWRENCE KUHN CHINADAILY A foundation of law EDITORIAL oi it. a4 Decoding Xi's future vision THE FOURTH PLENARY SESSION OF THE 18TH President Xi's new book reveals his thinking about the country's Central Committee of the Communist Party of China opens on Monday and will last for four days. The designated theme — governance and maps out a path for achieving the Chinese Dream governing through the rule of law — indicates how important he Gam-name ofChina. Presi- behavior. Categorizing the content about a third is fairness and justice. Happiness: The Chinese T this meeting will be for the future of both the Party and the dent X1-finning's new book. is politics and people: another third on international Dream. Xi says, is to 'bringhappiness to the Chi- country. unprecedented. Can analyzing relations: about LS percent each on reform and nese people: to "ensure the people greater happi- That this is the first time in 17 years the Party has designated the book elucidate Xi's thinking development. and society and culture: and about 8 ness" — but he cautions. 'happiness does not fall such a theme for a plenary session speaks volumes about the and illuminate China's future? percent on national security and defense. Penn- from the sky. nor do dreams come true automati- importance the new leadership attaches to it. It is high on the Consider seven frameworks or sive throughout is reform. calY an Xi's book "values" occurs about 120 agenda. perspectives: publishing purpos- Chain ofDevelopmental Causation. The times."morality' 24:prosperity' 67: "fairness- 44 Yet. the more the concept of rule of law has been discussed. es. overarching themes. content analysis. chain of Chinese Dream is founded on political stability and "happiness"16.1 the more obvious it becomes that there is. today. much to be developmental causation. domestic goals. domes- which eethies far-reaching reformr which in tom DonaesdeMeant close to thepeople. realesm, desired. tic means and global principles. promotes economic development. and which ambit/to, reform. ruk ofiate.osnibating corrup- More than 50 minister-level or higher officials have either Publishing Purposes: substance. when combined with rtde of law and Chinese cal- tion.tlose to the people" is an all-encompassing been indicted or placed under investigation for abuse ofpower symbol. signal. Substance means Xi's political pad- ves. strengthens China's society. culture. ecology way of thinking that shapes all decisions. Realism: in the past year or so. underlining the fact that the rule of law is lotion/1y and wide-ranging policies — organizing 79 and even defense ihhere is this "chain of causa- "I have repeatedly said that the great rejuvenation sorely needed. It is perhaps the only way to eliminate. once speeches and commentaries in 18 chapters — to tion"in Xi's book? of the Chinese nation can in no way be realized and for all. the most serious threat to good governance and to discern how Xi intends to realize the Chinese The first and last chapters affirm political stabili- easily: Xi says. "Millie filly affirming our achieve- Dream, the rejuvenation of the Chinese ty: 'Socialism with Chinese Characteristics" and ments. we should also be aware of our shortcom- secure the blessings of prosperity and justice to the people. nation': panto) means recognizing la's emergence "The CPC Leadership': both of which assert the ings Stability: The precondition for all else. The fact that power todaycan effectively nullify the law. and as China's leader. with greater authority confi- Partys political primacy and thus assure social sta- stability is a recurrent and foundational theme that those in power can circumvent it. not only deprives the dence and support than observers had expected bility 'The Chinese Dream" is the second chapter. ("stability' occurs125 times). Reform: Those who Party of its capacity to govern the country in a consistently fair whenhe first took office two years ago. Signal proclaiming the grand mission of national resat, minder whether Xi is a "real reformer" should and just manner but also disrupts the reasonable running of means communicating Xi's way of thinning to settee and personal well-being. Then chapters on read "Explanatory Notes ... Concerning Compre- the marketplace. Abuse of power makes it impossible for fair- global audiences in nine languages. an original deepening reform and economic devekopment hensivelyContinuing Reform" (page 76). Exam- ness to prevail in the socialist market economy. and explicit outreach to engage the world on mul- which lead to chapters on rule oflaw advanced cul- ples: the market plays a "derisive role": farmers Despite the great achievements China has made over more tiple levels. ture. social undertakings and ecological progress. given transactional property rights: the judicial than three decades. it will be very difficult for its economy to &marching Themes pride. stability, myna- Domestk Goals: tvittes moralky.prover/O. system separate from the administrative system. grow in a sound manner— and neither willsociety progress in sibility. vision. Pride expresser the yearning of the Minters. happiness. Wines: Xik vision is to incul- Rule of Law."A fundamental principle" and "the a healthy way — unless fair competition and mutual trust can Chinese people for the"great rejuvenation". Stabili- cate China's traditional values —"the thoughts of basic way to nun the country" — the Fourth Plena- be secured and ordinary people's rights and interests can be ty means maintaining thecurrent political system the ancient sages': exemplified byConfucianism — ry oftlw 18th CPC Central Committee. focusing on guaranteed through the rule oflaw. (Socialism with Chinese characteristics and the into socialist core ValUeS. ("We must take tradition- rule of law. is Xi's call to action. Combating corrup- If the country is to achieve further reforms in various fields ParrYs leadership). Responsibility means"roaliz- al Chinese culture as the base:)Morality Derived tion Ls a hallmark of Xi's administration. enhanc- and establish and maintain a fair and just society. the power- ing a moderately prosperous society by the centen- from values. morality is described as "conscious ing each of the fiveother domestic means. It is no worshipping mentality among government and Party officials ary dthe Party in 202r Vision means 'turning law". and "civic morality' is characterind as need- accident that the chapter on combating corruption must be eliminated. This is a core goal of the leadership China into a prosperous. democratic culturally ing improvement. while "paragons ofmorality are is positioned significantly between 'Close Ties Unless the ovenvhelming majority of Party and government advanced and harmonious modern socialist coun- important banners for building public ethics". ("A with the People and "The CPC Leadership': try by the centenaryof the Peoples Republic of gentleman takes morality as his bedrock" — a tra- I bear witness to Xi'sconsistency In 2006. Adam officials not only respect the law. but follow it when making China in 2049: ditional virtue that Xi quotes.) Prosperity:"Com- Thu (my long-term partner) and I met private) decisions. governing the country by the rule of law will Content Analysts. How does M impute impor- mon prosperity is the fundamental principle of with then-Au/Ian* Party Secretary' Xi. He stressed amount to little but lip service. tance to topics? By examining what's in Xi's book Chinese socialism ... Newill accelerate China's that while China should be properly proud ofits It will be no easy job. and it will take time for the power-ori- can we explore what's on Xi's mind? Of the book's overall prosperity". Fairness: Because the Chinese succeises."achievements should not engender ented way of doing things to be transformed. But the new Par- 18 chapters,11relate to domestic affairs. seven to people have always hada perception that 'inequal- complacency: Xi said: "We need to muss our- ty leadership has shown it has the courage to face the foreign affairs: six have political relevance: six con- ity rather than want is the cause of trouble': Xi selves objectively" challenge. We therefore have reason to expect much from the cern standards of living: and four standards of says.China "should do a better job of promoting Global Principles. Consider five.Independ- current plenary session as they work to put the country on the ence (China remains unaligned). Multi-polar right track world (no country dominates). One country. two systems (Hong Kong, Mac.ao.11tiwan). Peaceful LI MIN development ('We have made a solemn pledge to the whole world that we will never seek hegemo- OTHER VIEWS ny).Multilateral affairs (cooperation with the global community). These five global principles Historic moment drive ChinaY 'new model of major country rela- tions" (primarily with the US). 'neighborhood diplomacy' (Japan. Vietnam. Koreas etc.). and he convocation of the Fourth PlenarySession of thel8th Com- "cooperation with developing countries" (such as T1 munist Party of China Central Committee. whose theme is promoting the rule of law embodies the CPC's deepening percep- in Africa). The Silk Road economic belt (land route and maritime) is President Xik new initiative for tion on governance and the law. multinational development October 15. I lereY my blurb for MY book "This book is a milestone,both in substance and symbol offering It is the first time that the CPC as the ruling Party will make a comprehensive plan on the rule oflaw in the form of a Partydoc- ument. The session. which marks the ruling Party's significant openly the political philosophy of President Xi fin- ping and recognizing his emergence as China's senior leader. While misunderstandings about strategic layout on how to govern the nation in accordance with China and its leadership abound there is now no laws and the Constitution. illustrates its newexploration of social- need to speculate about President Xi. Here is how ism with Chinese characteristics. The CPC Central Committee will he thinks. candidly and comprehensively'It is the focus on discussions on how to promote rule oflaw in at a plenary pride of a patriot. session. ... It has only six years to 2020. the deadlineset for the realization The author is an inteniational oorponue strate- of a well-off society for China, and 35 years to 2049. the promised gist andpolitimbeconomimannmentator. lie is year for China to be a prosperous. denialatic civilized and har- the author ofHow China's Leaders Think and° monious socialist modern nation. All these mean China has biography melaninpresident JiangZemin. He entered a crucial stage of deepened reforms. Only by sticking to gave one ofthe speeches at the launching cernno- "governance of the nation according to laws" will China realize Its nyfor Xiliming: The Governance of China. at historic mission. theFrankfurtBoobFairon Oct& °nobs-rig. T he National People's Congress, China's top legislature, should playa bigger role in the country's efforts to promote the rule of law. For example. the NPC can push for deepened reforms within FU JING the framework of the Constitution and laws through legislation to realize a benign interaction between reforms and the rule of law. The deeper the water China's reforms will enter. the more legal guidance and guarantees these reforms will need. The NPC enjoys Courtesy, not confrontation, best for Europe M a broad space for maneuvering in this regard. Mister of Commerce Gao I lucheng itive relations. At the dinner. the leaders were So far. there is no unified Chinese business BeijingNetter (Moberg arrived in the lobbyof the European thought to have touched on the telecommunica- council in Brussels to represent and lobby for CommissionY headquarters at 9 tion trade dispute. which involves about 1billion Chinese investors in Europe. By contrast, a major In the last three months. the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee has held two conferences studying major issues related to comprehensively pushing for the nde of law. As the o'clock on Saturday morning. He was led to the office of outgoing Trade Commissioner Karel De Gucht who has been a Mom in the side euros ($1.26 billion) annually. The path to Saturdays solution was similar to a paaern set earlier. in mid-20L1. after both sides US business organization reportedly has 300 staff members focusing on Brussels' policymaking. A lack of communication and influence can theme "China filedby law" is set for the Fourth PlenarySession of o Chinese businesses bemusedhis protectionist worked through an anti-dumping and anti-subsi- easily lead to misunderstandings. Bureaucrats in the 18th CPC Central Committee. the overall planning and attitude ever since he took over the job in 2010. dy investigation involving China's multi-billion- Brussels usually follow ihhshington's lead when prospect of a China governed by law will become increasingly De Gucht. 60, will be replaced in a few days by dollar solar panel exports to the EU. Brussels making policies that affect China. explicit. Swedish politician Cecilia Malmstrom.46. when began that investigation in 2012. lYade commission leaders need to make more Lianhe worm° October 14 a newly constituted commission gets underway. Beijing was unhappy that there had been no field trips to member states to learn how Chinese In the afternoon. the Chinese side announced a high-level invitation to Visit Brussels a year after businesses matter. long-awaited agreement in principle: Brussels the launch of the investigation. Mike China's solar panel exports for example. will not launch an investigation into subsidies of In May last year. Li made his first trip to Ger- The industry. which involves about 400.000 co NT.‘cr I'S China's telecommunication imports into the many after taking office and won the support of workers in China has offered competitive prod- European market. The EU side still needs to go the German government which vetoed Brussels' ucts to thousands of European upstream compa- China Daily through internal procedures for formal approval. decision. following dozens of EU member states. nies and helped Europe achieve its status as a IS Him Poi gle 0,5,0^g Barre ixon The threat was mainly targeted at Chinese tele- Li made a last-minute call on Barroso the fol- green energy leader. •ax,roi:o C491.8366 communications equipment makers Fluawei lowing month. as Brussels was about to vote on In telecom. Fluawei and 7XE, are deeply inte- suoscoption: -26400-69902.0S Technologies Co and ZTE Corp. whether to end the solar panel dispute through grated with European partners. And. incidentally. amernsemone .SG (0)10 GO, 5631 While the big picture of relations has been a amicable consultation. Huawei is a steady job creator in Europe. where mono *Is positive one, the Europeans have annoyed Beijing Li's decisive role was crucial in preventing the young people. in particular. have faced huge from time to time — for example. by allowing the escalation of a trade war. If Beijing had opted to employment challenges. China Dolly USA ChinaDay UK Dalai Lama tonsil. by attacking China on human deal with such disputes in an eye-for-eye, tooth- If De Gucht had kept the big picture in mind. 1.0JEtrcocway. Sete 280a, Nan es.non Strrel LC" kko EC4N (MA rights and by imposing high trade birders. for-tooth manner. both sides would have been he would not have made confrontational moves York. NY 10D. .1212 537 FAO -44 (0)207:A0270 Despite such irritants. Beijinghas sent con- losers. with the EU taking the brunt. It has against China and its businesses. structive signals. In the first half of this year. Pres- already suffered two economic recessions, and Overall. the EU recognizes China as strong stra- ident Y.1-Unpin* paid the first-ever visit of a its jobless rate has been in double digits for a tegic partner. This is the starting point for dispute China Dolly Hong Kong(Asia) China Deny Africa Chinese president to the European Union's head- few years now. control. Amicability helps both sides win.ih1th Room 1219. wore kiCentre 7 TinYmn 212-al-0010D.NtsfeeL Kenya quarters. And last week at the summit of Asian Of course. with the trade volume between Chi- confrontation. everyone loses. Kip Road Alx-nleen.Hete King •254 (0)20 5.22 3498 (Nwob) and European leaders in Milan. Italy. Premier Li na and Europe expanding. and with investment .852 818 5111 Kerdang hosted a special dinner for Barroso and pouring into Europe. China's government its The author is China Daily drieg European Council President Herman Van Rom- businecsPc and its media must work to make the dent Brunel. 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Xi was not threaten to fragment society — and all must under- China's new senior leader, who holds selected by Deng Xiaoping, the archi- are exacerbated by an energetic social stand that the his first summit meeting this week with tect of reform, as were his predecessors media. Only nationalism, which reson- President Barack Obama? (Jiang Zemin and Hu Jintao), and he ates intrinsically and passionately new Chinese The hope is that Xi is a reformer who was not elected by the people. Conven- across Chinese society, can provide suf- leader needs to will guide China through domestic tional wisdom had it that Xi would be a ficiently strong social glue. be a transformation and to responsible weak leader. In order to realize his • Differentiatefrom predecessors. Top statecraft. The fear is that Xi is a na- Chinese Dream, Xi needs to assert Chinese leaders must combine historic- nationalist to tionalist, who has set China on an ag- strength and assure control. So far, he al continuity with their own distin- be a reformer. gressive course of bullying its neigh- has exceeded expectations. guishing theories and practices. How bors and confronting the United States. • Need to enable reform. Xi and Premier shall Xi fare? The fear seems not unfounded. China Li Keqiang are determined to enact far- Economic growth rates must decline. has intensified its territorial claims, reaching economic reforms, the most and a host of domestic tensions (or from island disputes with Japan to vast extensive in 15 years, but there is stiff crises) are coming his way, such as areas of the South China Sea. resistance from those whose domi- public anger at corruption and resis- Xi frequently inspects People's Liber- nance would be diminished and bene- tance to pollution. Hence another ra- ation Army forces, especially naval fits cut (such as state-owned enter- tionale for nationalism. fleets, exhorting China's military to prises with ties to party power). In the past, nationalistic surges were "get ready to fight and to win wan" This resistance can no longer be triggered largely by external events and "to win regional warfare under couched credibly in terms of ideology, (such as NATO's accidental bombing of I.T.-oriented conditions." so it appeals to nationalistic aspirations the Chinese Embassy in Belgrade in Xi holds China's top three positions: by accusing reformers of "worshipping 1999). Xi is putting nationalism at the head of the rulingCommunist Party of Western ways," "glorifying Western core of his leadership— his nationalism China, head of state, and, as chairman models" or "caving in to Western pres- is proactive, riding the high road of pa- of the Central Military Commission, sures:' Xi's proactive nationalism is a triotism and pride. head of the military. He will likely lead strategy or "offense is the best de- • Personal beliefs. Xi has deep-seated China for a decade. fense" — an inoculation, as it were, patriotic convictions, the product of Just after becoming party chief in late against the political virus of being family, life and career. His father, Xi 2012. Xi announced what would become labeled "soft" or "pro-Western:' Zhongxun, was a founder of the new the hallmark of his administration. "The Reformers in China are generally as- China and a leading reformer under Chinese Dream," he said, is "the great sociated with pro-American attitudes Deng Xiaoping. In 2006. when Xi Jin. rejuvenation or the Chinese nation." and thus subject to fierce public crit- ping was party secretary d Zhejiang Xi's Chinese Dream is described as icism. By establishing himself as a na- PrOvinCe, he told me about Chinese achieving the "T%vo 100s": the material tionalist operating independently of the pride and patriotism as motivating goal of China becoming a "moderately United States (his first foreign trip was China's historic resurgence — words well-off society" by about 2020, the to Russia), Xi is able to secure econom- remarkably similar to his recent pro- tooth anniversary of the Chinese Com- ic reforms by distinguishing them from nouncements. munist Party, and the modernization serving Western/American interests. So is Xi a reformer? A nationalist? goal of China becoming a fully de- • Need to legitimze one-party rule. To The answer is that he is both, because veloped nation by about 2049, the 100th perpetuate its rule (which China's top only by being a nationalist can he be a anniversary of the People's Republic. leaders truly believe is essential for the reformer. American policy makers must The Chinese Dream has four parts: well-being of the country), the Chinese understand Xi's nationalism so that Strong China (economically, politically, Communist Party has constructed a when the reigning superpower meets diplomatically, scientifically, militar- grand narrative that is founded on the rising superpower, both can benefit. ily); Civilized China (equity and fair- three critical claims: Only the Commu- ness, rich culture, high morals); Har- nist Party can continue to improve cit- ROBERT LAWRENCE KUHN is an international monious China (amity among social izen's standard of living (and amelior- investment banker and the author, most classes); Beautiful China (healthy en- ate severe social and economic recently, of "How China's Leaders Think: vironment, low pollution). disparities); only the party can main- The Inside Story of China's Reform and "A moderately well-off society" is tain a stable, unified country and con- What This Meansfor the Plitlire." where all citizens,rural and urban, en- struct a happy, harmonious society; WAWAIMPOMOMPAEMMASERVICIES joy high standards of livi in- and only the party can effect the "reju- cludes doubling the 2010 . per cap- venation of the Chinese nation;' which ita (approaching 510,000 per person) by stresses a firm command of "core in- about 2020 and completing urbanization terests" (i.e., sovereignty and territori- (roughly one billion people.70 percent ality) and Increasing global respect. of China's population) by about 2030. • Maintain stability through unity. "Modernization" means China re- China faces numerous internal ten- gaining its position as a world leader in sions, especially a class-divided popu- science and technology as well as in eco- lace (rich-poor, urban-rural, coastal-in- nomics and business; the resurgence of land) that have erupted within one Chinese civilization,culture and mili- generation. Moreover, an increasingly tary might; and China participating ac- complex society can fracture along mul- tively in all areas of human endeavor. tiple fault lines. Pollution, oorruption, If Xi's nationalism seems at odds healthcare, housing, migrant workers, with these grand goals,it is not. Here workers' wages, social cynicism, chan- are six reasons why: ging values, among other raging issues, EFTA00800302 PAGE 32 CHINA DAILY ft 6, 1eie EUROPEAN WEEKLY JULY 13-19, 2012 Last word The insider with an outside view STRATEGIST, BANKER AND AUTHOR HAS INTIMATE KNOWLEDGE OF CHINA - AND ITS LEADERS By ANDREW MOODY BIO obert Lawrence Kuhn says ROBERT LAIA/RENCE R the West often doesn't understand the Chinese leadership's key priorities for China. The 67-year-old American is seen by many as one of the few KUHN ltemational corporate strategist, 'vestment banker, senior adviser figures outside the world's second- multinational corporations and largest economy who actually does. ithor He is regarded as a knowledgeable Age: 67 insider, having been an adviser to a number of leading Chinese bod- Education: ies since the late-1980s and knowing • Bachelor's degree in human biology. many of the country's top political Johns Hopkins University.1964 figures personally. • PhD in anatomy and brain research. "There is rarely alignment between University of California at Los Angeles. what topics China's leaders think are 1968 important about China and what • Master of sciences in management. the world thinks," says Kuhn, also MIT Sloan School of Management. an international corporate strate- 1980 gist and investment banker. "Under- Career: standingChina requires knowing the • President and co-owner of The Ge- difference?" neva Companies. a US leading mergers He was speaking recently in the and acquisitions company (sold to five-star Grand Hyatt hotel in central Citigroup in 2001) Beijing, which is his home for 90 days • Chairman. The Kuhn Foundation. a year. The rest of the time he divides which produces documentaries on between his three homes in the Unit- scientific and philosophical questions ed States and traveling elsewhere. as well as on China issues "They treat me very well here. • Author of The Man Who Changed Even when I travel around China, I China: The Life and Legacy of Jiang Ze- keep a room here," he says. mM and How China's Leaders Think. as The hotel is well placed near to well as 25 books on business strategy. China's seat of government around finance and iwestment banking Tian'anmen Square where he has an Books: The Inflationary Universe: The extensive network of contacts. Quest fora New Theory of Cosmic His latest book, How Chum'sLead- Origins by Alan H. Guth. Lake Views: en Think 77ze Inskte Story ofChina's This Worldand the Universeby Steven Past, Current and Future Leaders, L. Weinberg. The Coherence of Theism which is now out in paperback and Robert Lawrence Kuhn says China's growth is good for the world. but it cannot save the world. FENGYONGEIIN / CHINA DAILY by Richard Swinbume, and Infinite more than 500 pages, goes into Minds:A Philosophical Cosmology by John Leslie. Books on consciousness extensive detail about those who "I deem it vital, considering Chi- sold to Citigroup in 2000. of ideological, historical or cultural by John R. Searle. David J. Chalmers have the responsibility for shaping na's importance in the world, that At the same time he was cement- reasons that we have communica- and Cohn McGinn. modem China. China's leaders become more known ing links with leading business and tion problems. As I once pointed out, Kuhn, who cuts a dapper figure, to the world, and known not just via political figures in China. perhaps it's because China'S leaders, Film: Khachaturian (2003. directed by says many in the West often have an sound-bites and photo ops, but by His organization, The Kuhn Foun- the members of the Politburo Stand- Peter Rosen: Dora Serviarian-Kuhn. outdated view about modern Chi- seeing them up-close as real people dation, with CCTV (China Central ing Committee, were trained as engi- executive producer) nese leaders. — hearing their own words, listen- Television), produced the documen- neers, and most American politicians Music: Piano Concerto in D-flat Major "The reality is that China's leaders ing to their stories, getting their ways tary InSearch ofChina for PBS in the were trained as lawyers. Maybe the by Aram Khachaturian (1903-78) played are meritocraticr he says. of thinking.. pleased to facilitate US, which was broadcast in 2000. problem is that lawyers and engi- by Kuhn's wife Dora Serviarian-Kuhn "Many have strong academic back- some of this;' he says. He is now working on a new five- neers can't talk to one another!" Food: "I eat tofu all the time. I appreci- grounds from top universities and "I also offer my own analysis. As part series China's Challenges, which Kuhn says the main focus in the ate the unbeievably different textures." all have significant experience, often for my accuracy and understand- will be broadcast in China in the West is often the Chinese economy having run two or more provinces or ing, readers or viewers can judge for autumn and syndicated to PBS sta- and whether it will continue to major municipalities as Party secre- themselves." tions in the US next year. motor ahead. "Western media takes Chinat very tary, governor or mayor." Kuhn, who was bon in New York, Perhaps Kuhn's most significant "China should have 10 to 20 more real problems and reports them as if Kuhn, who is also a new China began his career as a scientist. After project was writing a biography of years of what we should still call rela- they were, say, 80 percent of Chinat Daily columnist, is much in demand studying biology at John Hopkins former president JiangZemin, which tively high growth, driven by con- story. I take the same problems — from major news organizations University, he did a doctorate in was the best-selling book in China tinuing the country's unprecedented which are genuine and often intrac- around the world, including TV anatomy and brain research at the in 2005. urbanization and modernization. table — and they consist of, say, 35 appearances on BBC, CNBC, Eurone- University of California at Los Ange- How China's Leaders Think was "Growth rates will naturally ease percent of my work;' he says. ws and Bloomberg TV, and says he les in the 1960s. Brain science and based on interviews with more than from reform's historic averages — "It is not that Western media is has had complete freedom to express consciousness remain major inter- 100 leadingChinese political figures, probably to 6 to 8 percent per annum conspiratorially biased or always his opinions. ests ofhis. some of whom he has known for — which is less than we are used to, anti•China, it is that they often do "1have written three books about His first involvement in China was more than a decade. but which may be optimal because not provide proper and sufficient China, dozens of articles and col- through the scientific community in "I know many personally and have China can more effectively deal with context;' he says. umns; I've produced two major TV the late-1980s when he worked with worked with several for a number of its most severe problems, particu- documentaries about China and scientists reforming Chinat research years. When you hear them speak larly economic and social imbalances Huangliantian, Dong Fangyu and given scores of media interviews — and technology base. He received an over a period of time, it gives you and sustainable development. %hang Ming connthuted to this story. and never has anyone in China even invitation from Song Han, then a a sense of their personalities and "However, Chinas economy is frag- requested to censor anything I've State councilor and chairman of the character as well as their intellec- ile, vulnerable to exogenous shock published or broadcast outside of State Science and Technology Com- tual capabilities, leadership style and China's growth is good for the world, China;' he says. mission. political progress," he says. but it cannot 'save the world," he Some in the West, however, have At the time he was developing a Kuhn sometimes likes to invoke says. accused him of being too much of an parallel business career and became humor to explain why there is some- Kuhn says there is often a dan- insider and not giving the full picture president of The Geneva Companies, times friction between Chinese and ger of China being misrepresented about China because he was too dose a leading US mergers and acquisi- American leaders. because it is seen through a narrow to the leadership. tions company, which he eventually "Some people think it is because perspective. 9 772045 799003 EFTA00800303 B6 COVER STORY Sunday 25 November 2012 Shanghai Daily On a mission to explain `real' China Lu Feiran Kuhn's experience with China started in 1989, THE INSIDE STORY OF CHINA'S PAST, when he was invited by former State Councilor Song CURRENT AND FUTURE LEADERS hi na expert and American public intellec- Jian, director of the State Science and Technology C tual, Robert Lawrence Kuhn is best known in China for two books about Chinese leaders and their views, including a biography of former President Jiang Zemin in 2005 and one about other leaders and their thinking in 2009. Commission. The two became friends and Kuhn began traveling between the US and China, getting to know govern- ment officials and ordinary people. Kuhn said he felt frustrated because his experience Kuhn, also an investment banker, business con- in China differed from the description in much of sultant, brain scientist and philosopher, has been the Western media. "Then they only focused on the granted unprecedented access to Chinese leaders, negative side and ignored the rest," he said. though he does not speak Chinese. That disparity inspired him to write Jiang's biog- His biography "The Man Who Changed China: raphy, he said. Jiang himself said that Kuhn didn't The Life and Legacy of Jiang Zemin" published in "beautify" him and got his wedding date wrong. both Chinese and English, was a best-seller in China Kuhn spent four years writing "The Man Who where readers are not accustomed to humanized Changed China." Though he had only met Jiang three biographies of leaders. times and did not interview him for the book, he It was probably the first biography written by a talked to many people close to Jiang, including rela- REVISED EDITION foreigner about a living Chinese leader that was tives, friends and colleagues, gathering stories and published in China. perceptions. He became close to many of them. Kuhn has also produced documentaries on China, "I thought I had been rather familiar with China written extensively for Chinese media and is often before I started working on the book," said Kuhn. ROBERT LAWRENCE KUHN quoted by western media. He is a contributor and "But after I started collecting the information, I consultant to CCTV, some Chinese newspapers and found that my knowledge was very limited." the Xinhua News Agency. Kuhn sees his mission as telling the world about the real China. Humanized leader Above: "How He was in Shanghai late last month for an In- Kuhn said he was determined to depict a real, ani- China's Leaders ternational Channel Shanghai (ICS) program he mated Jiang, different from the seemingly impassive Think" co-produced and wrote about China's challenges, in figure appearing on state occasions, on Chinese TV conjunction with the 18th National Congress of the and in newspapers. Right: "The Man Communist Party of China. He held a press confer- "For a very long time, Chinese leaders were either Who Changed ence and also spoke with Shanghai Daily. described as God or the Devil, but never in-between," China: The Life Chinese media sometimes accuse some Westerners he said. "So I expected to display a Chinese leader and Legacy of and Western media of China bashing, saying they who is a human being." Jiang Zemin" misunderstand or are even malevolent. Soon after publication, it became a best-seller in But 68-year-old Kuhn, a New Yorker, is believed China. After Kuhn held a book-signing in Guang- to have a more neutral view for China. He received zhou, Guangdong Province, more than 300 books a bachelor's degree in human biology from Johns were sold in an hour. In Shanghai, more than a Hopkins University, a master's of science in man- million copies were sold in 2005, the highest in the Ai agement from the MIT Sloan School of Management, social science category. and a PhD in anatomy and brain research from Chinese readers called the book refreshing be- UCLA. cause it told daily life stories and described Jiang's His books were published by the Shanghai Trans- youth. lation Publishing House and Shanghai Century One Internet user called "Burn the scarecrow" said Publishing Group. before reading the biography, he thought Jiang was I don't try to make any- Kuhn said he "never tried to please the Chinese "a quiet man standing high above the masses." body happy, but I just want government, though Western media thought I did? "But after reading the book, my first feeling was "I like feedback, including negative feedback, that he was once young like us and he is also an to tell the truth. I can be because I know that people are engaged," he told ordinary man." Shanghai Daily. The English version, however, received some criti- wrong, and maybe my "I don't try to make anybody happy, but I just want cism, primarily that Kuhn was "fawning" over Jiang truth is not balanced. to tell the truth. I can be wrong, and maybe my truth and the government. Kuhn denied that. is not balanced." 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