Xi Jinping - Xi Jinpings Governance and the Future of China

Copyright 2017 by Zhou Xinmin

Foreword copyright 2017 by Latha Ramchand

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C ONTENTS

P UBLISHER S D ISCLAIMER

T his book by Zhou Xinmin comes to us translated into English from Chinese. In editing the manuscript, Skyhorse has done its best to remain faithful to the translation in order to avoid changing the meaning or intent of the book.

A UTHOR S B IO

Z hou Xinmin , who created the theory of leaders core ca pabilities in China, is also a well-known expert in the research of Chinese leadership. He is the author of Core Capabilities-Understanding These Three Years of Governing , Leaders Core Capabilities , Leaders Core Capabilities of State-owned Enterprises (Chinese and English Edition), Evaluation and Practice of Leaders Core Capabilities of State-owned Enterprises , Core Capabilities-107 Questions about How to Shape Leadership , and Achieving China Dream with the Core Capabilities-A Collection of Interview Records .

F OREWORD

G reat leaders build lasting organizations. Leadership of a nation, especially that of a vast country like China, calls for strategic and tactical skills at every level of the organization. As organizations grow, so do the challenges in communicating the leaders philosophy and converting it into organizational capabilities. Hence, intentional efforts to permeate the leadership culture across all members is critical to success. Zhou Xinmins latest book, Xi Jinpings Governance and the Future of China , is set against this background. The book unpacks the core tenets of President Xis governance philosophy and uses them to provide a road map to Communist Party of China leaders who must convert the belief systems into action. All CPC leaders will benefit from Xinmins insight into President Xis leadership. The book also serves as a useful guide to global leaders who can benefit from understanding the perspective that President Xi brings to international conversations. Xinmins work combines theoretical with practical aspects of leadership and is a must read for anyone doing business in and with China. As Dean of the C.T. Bauer College of Business, I am doubly proud of the contribution of Zhou Xinmin who is an alum of the institution.

Latha Ramchand

Dean and Professor, Finance

C.T. Bauer College of Business

University of Houston

P REFACE

O ver the past few years, growing attention has been paid to the changes that are quietly reshaping China and to the governance philosophies of Xi Jinping, its new steersman. Since the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China in 2012, the new generation of Chinas leadership headed by Xi has been pressing the Chinese Dream forward with an unparalleled level of resolve and political wisdom. A new era is on the horizon to witness the rejuvenation of the Chinese nation. For its many achievements, the Chinese leadership enjoys the love and support of the Chinese people, and has won wide acclaim around the globe.

In a few years time, President Xi has developed his philosophical thinking on the governance of China into a system to address the pressing issues of China, to develop and improve Chinese socialism, and to achieve modernization in all areas. His ideas also contain the guiding principles for building a new world order and influencing the future of human society.

Studying, understanding, and implementing these philosophies on governance is a pressing political task of the CPC and the nation. Only by fully understanding these philosophies can we apply them in our work. This will not be an easy task for it requires the whole Party to put in extra effort.

Zhou Xinmins new book, Xi Jinpings Governance and the Future of China , explains the characteristics and patterns of President Xis governance philosophy from the perspective of core capabilities required of the Chinese leadership. This book can also serve as a reference to help CPC members and officials absorb and internalize key concepts.

In recent years, as the education campaign rolls out to study President Xis speeches and thoughts, interpretations in various forms have been made available in the market. Compared to previous works, this book has something new to offer. It has moved away from literal interpretation in a general sense, and employs a new perspective to focus on core capabilitiesthe supporting element behind governance philosophiesto conduct an in-depth analysis that is accessible and comprehensive.

There is no doubt that with more practice, the philosophical system will continue to develop and improve while enriching its contents. The essential capabilities of leadership, the decisive and fundamental pillars of the system, will not change with the times. This book explains the achievements, strategies, and development of the presidents governance practice, and showcases the vision and capacities of the new generation of CPC leadership. This will undoubtedly help readers and Chinese officials at all levels in understanding President Xis thoughts.

Theories are meant to guide practice, therefore we must understand these theories before implementing them in the key strategies and policies of the CPC and the state, and use them to guide our action. With this book in hand, CPC members and officials will find it easier to understand the principles and key concepts, and use it as a guidebook to measure their performance against the presidents standards. Officials must study and practice these rules, continue to enhance their capacities, and perform their duties in a way that follows the example of the leadership in national governance.

Divided into seven chapters, this book builds upon the main theme of capabilities and employs a step-by-step approach in detailing its meaning with clear logic and rigorous deduction. , Setting Standards for Leading Capabilities, explores the values extended from the capabilities of national governance. It is my hope that, by discussing these theories, the book will play a central role in influencing and molding generations of CPC members and officials who are committed to CPCs mission, Chinese socialism, and the rejuvenation of the Chinese nation. It is also my hope that it will help the modernization of Chinas governance system and capabilities, and shed some light on achieving the Chinese Dream.