Hu Jintao's concerning Tibet - A Brief Presentation

Hu Jintao’s remarks concerning the 50th anniversary of the peaceful liberation of Tibet

A Brief Presentation 

By Jan Freidun Taravosh December 13th 2009

 ”Let us rally around the leadership of  the CPC Central Committee with Comrade Jiang Zemin at the core,  hold high the great banner of Deng Xiaoping Theory, take the  important thinking of the "Three Represents" as the guide, work  together unremittingly with one heart for a new socialist Tibet of unity, prosperity and civilization, and for the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation!”   

 - Hu Jintao

Introduction:

Much has been said about China through out the years - but in the west a very one dimensional view of the Dynamic and multi ethnic society that is the People’s Republic of China still persists. 

Especially the question of Tibet's Autonomy has been infected with confusion in the western hemisphere and does not reflect the reality on the ground. The correlation between unity and diversity has not be understood and More over the history of feudal serfdom and theocratic conservatism that was the reality in ancient Tibet before liberation is fundamentally ignored in the west. In the west were tha dalai clique is perceived as an  somewhat “enlightened despotic regime” despite the fact that The Dalai Lama is  a bogus advocate for peace.  The biased view of the Western establishment has more to with the dalai clique regimes close connection with former colonial authorities than any real concerns for the well being of the people or the progress of humankind.

The Tibet issue and imperialist measures to destabilise the People’s Republic

 In western establishment media “concerns” about Tibet are used as an excuse to meddle in the internal affairs of the Chinese nation. In the west imperialist media often seek to misinform the general populace about the true dynamics of the Tibet issue and the history of Serfdom correlated to the colonial history of the region prior to the  liberation. All this is made in an effort to try and destabilise the People’s Republic of China and to plant seeds of discord in an effort to regain western influence over the region. The Central People governments position on the matter is rarely  -if ever-  talk about. Often it is spoken of only to ridicule the Chinese nation and to insult the Chinese People and it’s leaders. Not very much attention is given to the situation on the ground and the dynamic course of development spearheaded by the Central People’s Government. 

Hu Jintao’s remarks concerning the 50th anniversary of the peaceful liberation of Tibet

A Brief Presentation

During the time when Comrade Hu Jintao served as Vice President of the Central People’s Government of the People’s Republic of China Comrade Hu was invited to address the celebrations of the 50th anniversary of the Peaceful liberation   of Tibet held in July 2001.

although hard to find in the west as if they are trying to hide truth of the  realities of Tibet this magnificent address can be found online. In his profound address Hu Jintao stresses the important of both broad based unity and embracing diversity in a way which is generally unheard of in the west.

“Tibet is a beautiful and richly endowed region of our great  motherland. The industrious and talented people of all ethnic  groups in Tibet have, in a long historical development, made  outstanding contributions to the creation of a glorious culture of the Chinese nation and creation of a unified multi-ethnic country. In the last half a century in particular, the Tibetan people have  written brilliant chapters in the development and progress of  Tibet and added new glory to the big family of our socialist  motherland. We feel profoundly proud of the past and immensely  confident about the future. Let us rally around the leadership of  the CPC Central Committee with Comrade Jiang Zemin at the core,  hold high the great banner of Deng Xiaoping Theory, take the  important thinking of the "Three Represent's" as the guide, work  together unremittingly with one heart for a new socialist Tibet of unity, prosperity and civilization, and for the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation!”  

In stressing the fact of looking ahead to the future and working together in unity comrade Hu also underlined the importance that all people do not forget the history of serfdom which used to surround Tibet before liberation.

“Fifty years ago, the CPC Central Committee and Comrade Mao  Zedong, having correctly assessed the situation, made a far- sighted, resolute and significant policy decision to liberate  Tibet peacefully. The Central People's Government and the former  local government of Tibet signed the Agreement on Measures for the Peaceful Liberation of Tibet, thus bringing about the peaceful  liberation of Tibet. The peaceful liberation of Tibet was a major  event in modern Chinese history and an epoch-making turning point  in the course of development in Tibet. It symbolized that Tibet  once and for all cast off the yoke of imperialist aggression and  that the great unity of the Chinese nation and its great  reunification cause have entered a new period of development. It  ushered in a new era in which Tibet would turn from darkness to  light, from backwardness to progress, from poverty to affluence  and from seclusion to openness.”

Hu Jintao also took the opportunity to draw up a summarisation of the great attention the Central People’s Government and the People of China has given to developing Tibet, and described how this has turned an ancient feudal society into a a dynamic diverse and multiethnic society: “Over the past 50 years, Tibet has achieved a leap forward in  the historical development of social systems and embarked on a  socialist road. With the abolition of feudal serfdom, under which  the Tibetan people had long been suppressed and exploited,  millions of erstwhile serfs who did not even have the minimum of  human rights have now stood up and become masters of their own  fate. Today people of all ethnic groups are fully enjoying  political, economic, cultural and other rights and having complete control of their destiny.”

Moreover Hu explained the importance of gearing attention towards securing peace and stability in the region and strengthening unity on the basis of mutual assistance as an important perquisite for further development.

“People of all ethnic groups have worked  in unity and succeeded in foiling the separatist and disruptive  activities of the Dalai clique and anti-China forces in the world  time and again, and thus safeguarded stability in Tibet and  national unity and state security.  With the passage of 50 extraordinary years, Tibet of today  presents a scene of vitality and prosperity with economic growth,  social progress and stability, ethnic solidarity and solid border  defense. The people here are living and working in peace and  contentment”

Conclusion:

My uttermost aim with this article was to present a more insightful view of the Tibet issue, which unlike the established western view was not stripped away from it’s historical context, also I wanted the reader to be able to set aside all forms of prejudice take note of the official stand taken by the  Central People’s Government as it is. I wanted to present it going directly from the source, and thus when I have done so I hope have also been successful in dispelling the most common racial prejudice which continues to persist in the western bourgeoisie society towards the brave people of Chine and the leaders of the Central People’s Government of The People’s Republic of China. 

Hopefully this article has also brought the reader with a deeper understanding of the dynamics of Chinese Socialism which difference a lot from the one sided view established in the western media. 

Hu Jintao and The Socialist Core Value System: A Brief Presentation

Hu Jintao and The Socialist Core Value System

A Brief Presentation 

by Jan Freidun Taravosh 13th of December 2009

“Follow science; discard superstition”

- Hu Jintao

Introduction:

Following the Sixth Plenum of the 16th CPC CentralCommittee in 2006 at which the CPC highlighted the importance of creating a

socialist harmonious society. China View through the Central News Agency Xinua wrote a great article on the formulation The Core Socialist Value System, a basic concept formulated by General Secretary Hu Jintao who succeeds in crystallising the basic principles of the Socialist Core Values in a poetic yet uncomplicated way.

   Part I: Origins of The Core Socialist Value System

As a large development country with a giant population, the China PR finds itself in a peculiar position.

Recognising the fact that the multi ethnic nation which consists of more than 50 ethnic group is going through a dynamic process of development - The Core Socialist Value System has been developed as a means for advocating for Social Harmony it is accessible to everyone regardless of ethnicity. The system came into creation March 2006

 Part II:Interpreting the meaning of The Core Socialist Value System

(A): The basic Principles. 

First let us turn back to the aforementioned China View and reflect over the basic principles of the Core Socialist Value System.

The principles are as follows: 

   -- Love the country; do it no harm

   -- Serve the people; never betray them

   -- Follow science; discard superstition

   -- Be diligent; not indolent

   -- Be united, help each other; make no gains at other's expense

   -- Be honest and trustworthy; do not sacrifice ethics for profit

   -- Be disciplined and law-abiding; not chaotic and lawless

   -- Live plainly, work hard; do not wallow in luxuries and pleasures.

 The Central  theme is  Genuinely  people’s oriented politics which is created through broad unity. 

The Socialist Core Value System also makes clear that political stability is underpinned by honesty, and social commitment. The above signifies  the basic moral guidelines of the Socialist Society in China it calls on people to shun corruption and  at the same time  it also endorses The Scientific Development Concept.

 (B) Why was this core value system formulated?

Judging from the basic principles judging simply the words alone it is obvious that the principles of the value system corresponds well with the The Scientific Development Concept endorsed by the CPC as an important guideline for development at the most recent congress (the 17th congress 2007).

 Although the  consolidation of The Scientific Development Concept, is an important factor this does no however give the whole answer to the question posed above.

Both the The Scientific Development Concept and The Socialist Core Value system stresses the need for social harmony. I.E. both ideas originate from the same source and complement one another.

In the course of developing Socialism with Chinese Characteristics, the position of the CPC is clear, the importance of social harmony cannot be underestimated. This has a lot to do with the current phase of dynamic development the country finds itself in.

Returning  to Party Resolutions in relation to the publication of the socialist core value system which is quoted in the above mentioned article, the new challenges that have arisen in the course of Chinas economic development is being sighted as the main reason for formulating the Socialist Core Value System

  

 ”China's rapid economic development has led to significant changes

to the Chinese society and people's way of living and thinking.

Such unprecedented social changes have brought great vitality to

China's development and progress, but have resulted in various

contradictions and problems," 

The words from the article quoted above echoes Deng Xiaoping’s words that socialism is no easy job nevertheless the formulating of the Socialist Core Value System as indicated above has developed naturally to to the specific course of development that the multi ethnic nation finds itself in.

Efforts are thus being made to embody the Chinese society with the Socialist Core Value System in all sphere’s of society and public life.

The Central Committee in this context puts special weight on the importance of introducing this system in the fields of national education in the promotion of moral ethics and modernisation. The Author of The Socialist Core Value System Comrade Hu Jintao also stresses the importance of educating the Youth - thus one can come to the conclusion that the Value system was also authored especially with the needs of the youth in mind. 

Hu Jintao on the Correlation Between Social Harmony and Scientific Development

Hu Jintao on the Correlation Between Social Harmony and Scientific Development

By Jan Freidun Taravosh December 12th 2009

“Social harmony is an essential attribute of socialism with Chinese characteristics. 

Scientific development and social harmony are integral to each other and neither is possible without the other.”

- Hu Jintao

Introduction: 

In the course of reviewing the past years and the road ahead for the CPC at the 17th congress in 2007 The General Secretary of The CPC presented his report entitled “Hold High the Great Banner of Socialism with Chinese Characteristics and Strive for New Victories in Building a Moderately Prosperous Society in all Aspects”

Unprecedented Opportunities as well as Unprecedented Challenges

This thorough report Sketched up the task ahead for the CPC in further advancing the cause of Peace and Development, Yet as Comrade Hu rightly put it this cause is being pursued against the back drop of a complex global political arena:

“The world today is undergoing extensive and profound changes, and contemporary China is going through a wide-ranging and deep-going transformation. This brings us unprecedented opportunities as well as unprecedented challenges, with the formeroutweighing the latter. The whole Party must unswervingly hold high the great banner of socialism with Chinese characteristics and lead the people in starting from this new historical point, grasping and making the most of the important period of strategic opportunities, staying realistic and pragmatic, forging ahead with determination, continuing to build a moderately prosperous society in all respects and accelerate socialist modernization, and accomplishing the lofty mission bestowed by the times.”

Making the Most out of Strategic Opportunities

Comrade Hu spoke with clarity on the importance of making the most out of strategic opportunities but most of all He also clarified that one must maintain a dynamic perspective on development. 

Pointing out the positive side of the past five years Comrade Hu concluded: “The endeavor to make China an innovative nation registered good progress, with considerable improvement in the country's capacity for independent innovation. Notable achievements were scored in the construction of infrastructure including energy, transport and telecommunications facilities and other key projects. Manned spaceflights were successfully conducted. Fresh progress was registered in energy, resources, ecological and environmental conservation. The Tenth Five-Year Plan (2001-05) was fulfilled successfully and implementation of the eleventh is in smooth progress.”

 Comrade Hu correctly registered that great accomplishments had been made in the years since the last Congress yet The General Secretary never seized to stress the point that the political theory that guides the party must keep up with the times in this ever changing world.

“ To continue to build a moderately prosperous society in all respects and develop socialism with Chinese characteristics at the new stage of development, we must follow the guidance of Deng Xiaoping Theory and the important thought of Three Represents and thoroughly apply the Scientific Outlook on Development.

The Scientific Outlook on Development is a continuation and development of the important thoughts on development advanced by the previous three generations of central collective leadership of the CPC and a concentrated expression of the Marxist world outlook and methodology with regard to development. It is a scientific theory that is in the same line as Marxism-Leninism, Mao Zedong Thought, Deng Xiaoping Theory and the important thought of Three Represents and keeps up with the times. It is an important guiding principle for China's economic and social development and a major strategic thought that we must uphold and apply in developing socialism with Chinese characteristics.”

The Dynamic Importance of Socialist Culture

In this context Comrade Hu, as Comrade Jiang Zemin before him stressed  the dynamic importance of socialist culture: “Socialist Culture is thriving as never before, but the people have growing cultural needs and have become more independent, selective, changeable and diverse in thinking, setting higher requirements for the development of an advanced socialist culture. Our society has become evidently more dynamic, but profound changes have taken place in the structure of society, in the way society is organized and in the pattern of social interests, and many new issues have emerged in social development and management.”

When  Comrade Hu Jintao draws up the description of the true dynamics of Society what is revealed is something totally different from the traditionally  stereotyped and sterile view of a socialist state in the west. Yet with the multi ethnic  People’s Republic of China Being the largest populated country in the world the correlation between cohesiveness, Social Harmony and Broad Scientific development is essential in relation to this subject Comrade Hu spoke with clarity: “Social harmony is an essential attribute of socialism with Chinese characteristics. Scientific development and social harmony are integral to each other and neither is possible without the other”

Sustainable Development and the broad Dynamics of Development of The People’s Republic of China

In the mid 80’s Comrade Deng Xiaoping in his book “Fundamental issues” reflected over the fact that China in the past made the mistake of trying to plunge ahead to fast. It is obvious that the situation in which China PR still  finds it self is multi-facetted and complex. The Concept of Scientific Development naturally answered to the necessity of the times in endorsing sustainable development, and for the CPC and General Secretary Comrade Hu Jintao this means endorsing  all aspects of Sustainable Development, i.e. Political, Economic and Environmental. 

Political Sustainability

Therefore The Party sets a clear and realistic path to deal with sustainability in all these fields: “To realize social equity and justice is the Chinese Communists' consistent position and a major task of developing socialism with Chinese characteristics. In accordance with the general requirements for democracy and the rule of law, equity and justice, honesty and fraternity, vigor and vitality, stability and order, and harmony between man and nature and the principle of all the people building and sharing a harmonious socialist society, we will spare no effort to solve the most specific problems of the utmost and immediate concern to the people and strive to create a situation in which all people do their best, find their proper places in society and live together in harmony, so as to provide a favourable social environment for development.”

Economical Sustainability

Apart from the above the the perspective is clear also on what to do in the social economic sphere to  “Promote balanced development to ensure sound and rapid economic growth” 

Environmental Sustainability 

Environmental protection and resource conserving - as Comrade Hu explained it in his report-  also plays a key role for social development and thus a clear plan was drawn up to: ”Improve energy, resources, ecological and environmental conservation and enhance China's capacity for sustainable development. Adhering to the basic state policy of conserving resources and the environment is vital to the immediate interests of the people and the survival and development of the Chinese nation. We must give prominence to building a resource-conserving, environment-friendly society in our strategy for industrialization and modernization and get every organization and family to act accordingly. We will improve laws and policies to promote energy, resources, ecological and environmental conservation, and speed up the formation of systems and mechanisms for sustainable development. We will implement the responsibility system for conserving energy and reducing emissions. We will develop and extend advanced and appropriate technologies for conserving, substituting and recycling energy and resources and for controlling pollution, develop clean and renewable energy sources, protect land and water resources and set up a scientific, rational system for using energy and resources more efficiently. We will develop environmental conservation industries.” 

Conclusion:

  The Report dealth with many different subjects  which found common ground in the party’s quest for the versatile development of the  modern Chinese society. 

With his report General Secretary Hu Jintao presented a dynamic vision but not only that, more importantly in introducing the  the Scientific Development Concept which correnspondes fully with the Important Thought of The Three Represents Comrade Hu also provided a  pragmatic and realistic strategy that is in sync with Chinese realities so as much that it makes this vision a feasible reality. The Scientific Development Concept among other things identifies sustainable development as one of the most pressing issues in today’s world.

“One, Country, Two Systems” A Profound Concept for Peaceful Reunification:A Short Presentation

“One, Country, Two Systems” A Profound Concept for Peaceful Reunification

A Short Presentation by Jan Freidun Taravosh 12th - 13th of December 2009

 “If the problem cannot be sol

ved by peaceful 

means, then it must be solved by force. Neither side would benefi

t from that. Reunification of the 

motherland is the aspiration of the whole nation. If it cannot be accomplished in 100 years, it will 

be in 1,000 years. As I see it, the only solution lies in practising two systems in one country. The 

world faces the choice between peaceful and non-peaceful means of solving disputes. One way or 

the other, they must be solved. New problems must be solved by new means”

- Deng Xiaoping

Introduction

As time has shown the quest for peaceful reunification has proved to be the most sustainable solution for reunification in the long run. Comrade Deng is famous in China for the Deng Xiaoping Theory, but a his policy on peaceful reunification has  also captured the attention of peace loving people world wide.

The foundations of the concept for Peaceful Reunification answers to the wishes of the People of China and is the only way to avoid conflict in a larger scale.

Before we get deeper in to the subject I will answer a few basic questions

this will provide a solid foundation for the reader who is new to this subject

 Q: What are the basic principles of  Reunification in China?

A: The basic Principle is Peaceful Reunification i.e. no use of force is advocated and communication based on mutual understanding and respect is promoted.

Q:How did this concept develop?

A: Simply put well in  accordance with the wishes for peace and stability  cherished by the entire  population of the Chinese nation. 

Q: Who formulated the Principle One Country, Two Systems?

 A: Taking into account the realities of the colonial heritage that the former British colony Hong Kong had. Comrade Deng formulated the policy of One Country, Two Systems which provided a solid frame work that made peaceful reunification a possibility. 

Q: Is Chinese Reunification a reality today?

 A: Very much so! After the successful reunification of Hong Kong in 1997 with the Chinese Mainland a similar concept for reunification   for reuniting the former Portuguese colony Macao with the Chinese Mainland was endorsed in 1999. worth noting is that similar efforts are also being made in reuniting Taiwan  with the China PR.

The Basic Formula for Peaceful Reunification

I first came across this profound concept for peaceful reunification a couple of years ago in small yet clearly visionary pamphlet On the Hong Kong Question authored by Comrade Deng Xiaoping. Although short  considering the amount of pages, the message in the pamphlet is clear and thoroughly explained. The Hong Kong question gathers in Momentum considering the fact that the Special Administrative Region of Hong Kong provides a certain dynamic to the over all development of The People’s Republic of China and further more and most to me important of all when considering the important role the Hong Kong question has meant for peace and political stability in the region.

The Prosperity and Stability of Hong Kong Must be Maintained

One of Comrade Deng’s Paramount principles in the Hong Kong question was the fact that the prosperity and stability of Hong Kong must be maintained. Comrade Deng realised that it was of paramount importance also to  advocate broad national unity rather than forcing the socialist system of Mainland China on Hong Kong or vice versa forcing the Free market system of Hong Kong on Mainland China - as this involved a giant  risk steeping up unnecessary conflict,  this would only pose a threat to the peace, security and political stability of the People’s Republic as a whole - more over  the customs of the former British colony could not just simply be taken out of the equation, therefore a open policy of dialogue and understanding was endorsed.

 

Comrade Deng explained this in very few words: 

“We don't demand that they be in favor of China's 

socialist system; we only ask them to love the motherland and Hong Kong”

The Autonomy of the Special Administrative Regions

No effort was ever made to force the socialist system of the mainland of the former British colony Hong Kong - which due to it’s colonial heritage inherited a different economic system. Although a delicate Matter the  maintaining of the Economic Autonomy of The Hong Kong Special Administrative region was of vital importance for a smooth transition and as time has passed a dynamic exchange has developed between mainland China and the Special Administrative Region, which fully recognises the specific character of the special Administrative Regions and their peculiarities.

Mutual Respect and Non Interference in Internal Affairs

The exchange between the Mainland part of the China PR and the SAR of Hong Kong is based on mutual respect and non interference in Internal Affairs. It is a well formulated idea, which safeguards both national peace and political stability and encourages cultural diversity.  

Deng Xiaoping explained further:

“Hong Kong's current social and economic systems will remain unchanged, its legal 

system will remain basically unchanged, its way of life and its status as a free port and an 

international trade and financial center will remain unchanged and it can continue to maintain or 

establish economic relations with other countries and regions. We have also stated repeatedly 

that apart from stationing troops there, Beijing will not assign officials to the government of the 

Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. This policy too will remain unchanged. We shall station 

troops there to safeguard our national security, not to interfere in Hong Kong's internal affairs.”

Co-operation Between (SAR) Regions and Mainland China May Stimulate the Development of the Productive Forces. 

Mainland China Remains under it’s Socialist system but is not entirely separated from cultural and economic exchange with the Special Administrative Regions - Thus the People’s Republic of China since the reunification and the establishment with Special Administrative Regions such as Hong Kong and Macao finds itself in a multi-facetted process for dynamic development which is very different from the one dimensional view of the China PR which continues to persist in the western hemisphere.

 The usual one sided misconceptions of Chinese Society has more to do with prejudice and lack of interest of anything that’s different than the truth of the matter. Comrade Deng in relation to this matter briefly made a comparison to the the concept of special Economic Zones saying: “Our policy towards Hong Kong will remain the same for a long time to come, but this will not affect socialism on the mainland. The main part of China must continue under socialism, but a 

capitalist system will be allowed to exist in certain areas, such as Hong Kong and Taiwan. 

Opening a number of cities on the mainland will let in some foreign capital, which will serve as a 

supplement to the socialist economy and help promote the growth of the socialist productive forces. For example, when foreign capital is invested in Shanghai, it certainly does not mean that 

the entire city has gone capitalist. The same is true of Shenzhen, where socialism still prevails. 

The main part of China remains socialist. “ 

The above explains the current phase of economic development that the China PR finds it self in, in a manner that shows not only how large the people’s Republic of China is but more over how versatile and unique it’s government structure   social system  and economic system is.

The Unique Character of Chinese Socialism and the Dynamic Relationship Between the Central People’s Government, Special Administrative Regions and Special Economic Zones

Needless to say the successes of The Profound Policy for Peaceful Reunification, remains a fantastic example of the unique character of Chinese Socialism. 

It is also a key example of the dynamic relationships between the Central People’s Government. Special Administrative Regions and Special Economic Zones which has brought China into a new phase of development unprecedented in the course of history of nations. Comrade Deng noted: 

“ Has any government in the history of the world ever pursued a policy as generous as China's? 

Is there anything recorded in the history of capitalism about any Western 

country doing something similar? When we adopt the policy of "one country, two systems" to 

resolve the Hong Kong question, we are not acting on impulse or playing tricks but are 

proceeding from reality and taking into full account the past and present circumstances of Hong 

Kong” 

 

A Dynamic  Relationship Founded on Trust

The basis of the Profound Policy for Peaceful Reunification as formulated by Comrade Deng and as endorsed by the National People’s Congress of The People’s Republic of China created  positive and reliable framework founded on sincerity and trust. It was a broad based policy for national Unity which fully recognises the fact that The People’s Republic of China is a Dynamic, Multi Cultural and Multi Ethnic Society Comrade Deng spoke of this subject with a certain amount of compassion when he said: 

“We should have faith in the Chinese of Hong Kong, who are quite capable of administering their 

own affairs. The notion that Chinese cannot manage Hong Kong affairs satisfactorily is a leftover 

from the old colonial mentality. For more than a century after the Opium War, the Chinese people 

were looked down upon and humiliated by foreigners. But China's image has changed since the 

founding of the People's Republic. The modern image of China was not created by the 

government of the late Qing Dynasty, nor by the northern warlords, nor by Chiang Kai-shek and 

his son. It is the People's Republic of China that has changed China's image. All Chinese have at 

the very least a sense of pride in the Chinese nation, no matter what clothes they wear or what 

political stand they take. The Chinese in Hong Kong share this sense of national pride. They have 

the ability to run the affairs of Hong Kong well and they should be confident of that. The 

prosperity of Hong Kong has been achieved mainly by Hong Kong residents, most of whom are 

Chinese. Chinese are no less intelligent than foreigners and are by no means less talented. It is 

not true that only foreigners can be good administrators. We Chinese are just as capable. The 

view that the people of Hong Kong lack self-confidence is not really shared by the people of Hong 

Kong themselves. “

Misconceptions concerning the true nature of the Hong Kong question originate normally either from lack of knowledge of the colonial history of Hong Kong Special Administrative Region or otherwise it originates from a lack of insight in the true dynamics of The unique and versatile government structure of the People’s Republic of China. 

Conclusion: 

The above presentation of the One Country, Two Systems principle is based on an article written by Comrade Deng Xiaoping entitled “One Country, Two Systems” it was originally published in a pamphlet “On The Hong Kong question” as one of the  articles on the subject, which clarifies the basic concept of this important principle. 

This Pamphlet although rather short, deals thoroughly with the matter at hand and  is an essential read for any one who is interested either in Scientific Socialism, the basic principles of Socialism with Chinese characteristics or international relations or diplomacy  in general. 

Celebrating 60 Years Since of the Founding of The People's Republic of China

Summarising the Historical Experience:

Looking Ahead to Future by Applying 

the Scientific Development Concept

by Jan Freidun Taravosh

December 12th-13th 2009

Summarising the Historical Experience:

During the Celebratory 60th anniversery in october this year special attention was put into summarising the historical experience of society building in the People's Republic of China

The portraits of four generations of leadership where accompanied by famous slogans, all corrensponding to certain aspects of the Dynamic Chinese Revolution

 "Long Live Mao Zedong Thought, the Chinese people have stood up," and "upholding Deng Xiaoping Theory, promote reform and opening up and socialist modernization," "uphold the 'Three Represents' important thought, comprehensively building a moderately prosperous society "," implement the scientific concept of development, and unswervingly take the socialist road with Chinese characteristics.  

Looking Ahead to Future by Applying 

the Scientific Development Concept

The final emphasis on the Scientific Development Concept suggests to look ahead and to embody all past expereinces of society building simultainiously. It also suggest that these  important tasks facing China today can be solved by fully implementing Sientific Development concept as presented by Comrade Hu Jintao at the 17th CPC Congress.

A Brief Introduction to The Important Thought of The Three Represents: Part: III Distinctive Features of The Three Represents

 A Brief Introduction to The Important Thought of The Three Represents

Part: III Distinctive Features of The Three Represents 

By Jan Freidun Taravosh 12th of December 2009

  

“With the formulation of the correct line, principles and policies, the Party 

has untiringly worked for the fundamental interests of the country and the people. Under 

the new conditions of historic significance, how our Party can better translate the Three 

Represents into action constitutes a major issue that all Party members, especially senior 

officials, must ponder deeply”

- Jiang Zemin

Introduction:

The phase of development that The People’s Republic of China is as complex as it is dynamic and multi-facetted and of course cannot be summed up in total in small set of short articles, nevertheless the basic idea can be presented in a good manner. The same must be said about The Three Represent, books and articles on the subject are hard to come by in the western hemisphere, but the  Distinctive key features of The Three Represents can still be explained. I am certain that basic knowledge of such key features even if it only amounts to  the bare mimimums will still be of great help to any one who wishes to acquaint herself/himself more with China PR.

To have basic knowledge on the classics of Scientific Socialism, is also helpful yet one does not have to be an expert, to understand the basic concepts of The Three Represents.

 a few basic questions will be dealt with before we carry on with our subject

Q: In recognising that The Three Represents is a new strategic  concept for the new millennium and the present phase of building of Socialism with Chinese Characteristics, yet still is founded on Historical Materialism what does this mean?

A: It means that The Important Thought of the Three Represent is indeed a new  strategic concept, apt for  the conditions of building socialism with Chinese Characteristics in the new millennium. Yet it is a strategic concept of thought which has been  formulated after reviewing the history of The International Communist Movement in general and the History of social development in China PR in particular. As A Concept of Thought it has it’s roots in Scientific Socialism, yet it is especially designed for China’s specific conditions for development identifying China’s position as a large country going through a process of dynamic developed in a multi-polar world.

Q: The Chinese are known for saying that they refuse to blindly copy others - Does this mean that the Chinese refuse co-operating with other nations and people?

A: No, This is a common misunderstanding. The People of China Pr, cherish their hard-won independence and sovereignty - still, as the Chinese also cherish peace and scientific development

 this does in no way contradict promoting dynamic bilateral relations and cultural exchange based on mutual 

respect and mutual benefit.

 

Distinctive features of The Three Represents

Development remains a key word in the strategic concept of The Three Represents, but what does this mean in particular - we will look into the Important Thought of The Three Represents

Broad based and Multi facetted development in accordance with Chinese Characteristics

Some might have a stereotypical view of what a socialist society should look , but still one must  recognise the fact that Chinese society does develop in it’s own pace and under it’s own conditions. I.e. Present Day China is not The USSR of the 40’s, nor, DPRK in the 50’s, Cuba in the 60’s, Vietnam in the 70’s or Zimbabwe in the 80’s.

 The Three Represents for one   expanded the definition and scope of social development in China and given it a broad based and multi facetted character.

Representing the development trend of China's advanced productive forces

In the document I found on the web-site News from the Communist Party of China published 2006, the first main principle which is brought up is Representing the development trend of China's advanced productive forces. 

and a few notes should be made on this particular idea - the distinctive features of the Three Represent originate as mentioned above from the reality of The People’s Republic of China as a large developing country going through a dynamic process of social, cultural and economical development. The Important Thought of The Three represents thus accordingly pays special attention to the development of the productive forces and does so identifying the paramount importance of this matter: “Productive forces are the most revolutionary and dynamic factors in social mode of production” Furthermore the high priority given too development of productive forces originates from decades of experience in society building as the CPC document states: 

China's productive forces have grown fairly rapidly over the 50 plus years since the People's Republic was founded in 1949, 

especially over the 20 plus years since the policies of reform and opening up were 

introduced in the late 1970s. 

However, their overall level is still much lower than in the 

developed countries in the West. China must vigourously develop its productive forces and 

improve its economy so that it can gain greater initiative and a more favourable position in 

future competition in science and technology and solve its present economic and social 

problems. “ The CPC document reflect over the need of development and stresses the importance of the development of the productive force with vigour this is one of the distinctive features of the Three represents, which as a concept of strategic thought again also stresses the need of keeping in line with Chinese realities: “The Party must ground itself on 

China's realities, conform to the trend of the times, stay focused on economic development, 

and make developing the productive forces its basic task” and accordingly the party  must also promote broad based unity, cohesiveness and peace and stability of the multi ethnic nation.

 

Representing the orientation of China's advanced culture.

The Important Thought of The Three Represents also stresses the importance of culture for social development. In the field of culture what is stressed is dynamic multi facetted view of culture which corresponds well to the multiethnic character of the vastly populated People’s Republic: “socialist society means a society that develops and progresses comprehensively. A society 

is truly socialist only when its economic, political and cultural development is balanced and 

a good job is done in both material and spiritual civilization. Only by always representing 

the orientation of China's advanced culture and working hard to develop a socialist culture 

with Chinese characteristics can the CPC achieve this goal. In present-day China, 

developing advanced culture means developing a national, scientific, that is geared to the needs of modernization, the world and the future.” 

The Important thought of The Three Represents in correlation to promoting culture also stresses Marxist education in accordance with Socialism for Chinese Characteristics:  

“The fundamental task 

of socialist culture is to educate citizens to have lofty ideals, moral integrity, good education 

and a strong sense of discipline. We must always take Marxism as our guide [...] At the same time, we must clearly understand that Marxism is a developing science. 

It cannot be regarded as a rigid dogma; new experience and understanding gained from 

practice must be constantly assimilated and used to enrich and develop Marxism.” 

 

Representing the Fundamental interests of the Overwhelming Majority of the Chinese People. 

according to The Important Thought of The Three Represents special attention must also be given to representing the fundamental interest of the overwhelming majority of the people, thus the party adheres to the slogan “from the masses, to the masses". This slogan has raised some debate among scholars of Scientific Socialism who are not used to hearing the term “the overwhelming majority of the people” as often as “the proletariat” when it comes to  Scientific Socialism. In the west, as well as in some other nations.

It might seem slightly unorthodox to some but then again  We must focus on trying to understand this The Three Represents in the light of the specific conditions of society building in China. 

The People’s Republic of China a dynamic, Multi-ethnic and Multi dimensional society

 

 One should keep in mind that Chinese society is not only multi ethnic but also multi dimensional in many other aspects, i.e The People's Republlic of China is not one dimentional.

 

In this context of this dynamic development The Three Represents as a strategic concept and guideline has nevertheless played and still plays an important role in the dynamic development of China PR, and The Important Thought of the Three Represents must be recognised understood  as such regardless if it’s considered a purely  proletarian concept or not. 

 The Problem of the Ever-growing Material and cultural needs of the People and the Low Level of Production Remains a Pressing Issue

Some interpret the focus on development as if the party totally shuns the concept of Class Struggle, however this is never mentioned in the party constitution: rather it’s made clear that. “Owing to both domestic circumstances and foreign influences, class struggle will continue to exist within a certain scope for a long time and may possibly grow acute under certain conditions”  However the important thought of the Three represents was formulated for dealing with another contradiction in present day China: “At the present stage, the principal contradiction in Chinese society is one between the ever-growing material and cultural needs of the people and the low level of production” Thus under these circumstances the important thought of The Three Represents still has  a vital role in to Chinese politics. As the Chinese People strive for multi-facetted development peace and stability as well as the noble  cause for peaceful reunification. The CPC constitution describes The Important Thought of The Three Represents this way: “it serves as a powerful theoretical weapon for strengthening and improving Party building and for promoting self-improvement and development of socialism in China; and it is the crystallized, collective wisdom of the Communist Party of China.” and while the distinctive feature of this important thought may seem a bit unorthodox to some, one still cannot overlook the specific  role the Three Represents play in the dynamic development of China. 

My advice to the person who want to apprehend a better understanding of Chinese Socialism in General and The Three Represents in particular is to study this phenomenon with an open mind and remember also that  political theory can never be mechanically applied without taking reality into account.