Xi Jinping Turns to Confucianism to Shape China's Destiny

Xi Jinping's strategy to elevate China's rich historical heritage is encapsulated in Ruzang, a collection that brings together the works of the ancient philosopher and associated texts.

Throughout the majority of its 103-year existence, the Communist Party of China largely dismissed the ideas of the philosopher Confucius as outdated, instead favoring Marxism and socialism to drive China's modernization.

Under the guidance of President Xi Jinping, Confucianism has experienced a significant resurgence as the cornerstone of traditional Chinese ethics and governance. Additionally, other classical Chinese texts have emerged as central to Beijing's strategy to strengthen its ideological and governance frameworks, particularly in the context of escalating ideological rivalry with the Western world, led by the United States.

The Ruzang project, also known as the "Confucian Canon," aims to assemble the most extensive collection of Confucian texts to date. Since its inception in 2003, nearly 500 scholars have contributed to the project. The initiative gained considerable momentum in 2014 when Xi, marking a first for a Chinese president, personally endorsed the project.

In China, the initiative draws parallels to other massive canonical undertakings that have occurred sporadically over the last two millennia and is poised to significantly influence improved governance.

The Ruzang project involves contributions from scholars around the globe, with Beijing seemingly targeting the diaspora of overseas Chinese. However, specialists indicate that global political conflicts and the perception of Confucianism as an ideology centered on the Han ethnicity present challenges.

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Xi Jinping Turns to Confucianism to Shape China's Destiny

Xi Jinping's strategy to celebrate China's rich historical heritage is encapsulated in Ruzang, an anthology of the sage's teachings and associated texts.

Throughout much of its 103-year existence, the Communist Party of China regarded the ideas of the philosopher Confucius as outdated remnants of a regressive era, instead prioritizing Marxism and socialism to advance and modernize the nation.

Under the guidance of President Xi Jinping, Confucianism has experienced a significant revival, reestablishing itself as the cornerstone of ancient Chinese ethics and administration. Additionally, other traditional Chinese texts have emerged as central to Beijing's strategy to strengthen its ideological and governing framework in the face of growing ideological rivalry with the Western world, led by the United States.

The recent initiative known as the Ruzang, or "Confucian Canon," aims to assemble the most comprehensive collection of Confucian texts to date. Launched in 2003, this project has involved close to 500 scholars. It gained substantial momentum in 2014 with President Xi being the first Chinese leader to personally endorse the effort.

In China, this initiative mirrors other grand historical projects from the last two millennia and is poised to significantly influence improved governance.

Contributors to Ruzang include scholars from around the globe, as Beijing seemingly seeks to engage the Chinese diaspora. However, specialists cite global political conflicts and the perception of Confucianism as primarily a Han Chinese ideology as significant challenges.

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Confucius Experiences Revival Under Communist Rule

Xi Jinping Turns to Confucius to Shape China's Path Forward

Xi Jinping's strategy to highlight China's rich historical heritage is encapsulated in Ruzang, a collection that includes writings by the ancient philosopher and other related texts.

Throughout the majority of its 103-year existence, the Communist Party of China viewed the philosophies of Confucius as remnants of an outdated era, instead turning to Marxism and socialism to bring China into the modern age.

Under the guidance of President Xi Jinping, Confucianism has experienced a significant resurgence as the cornerstone of traditional Chinese ethics and governance. Additionally, other ancient Chinese texts have gained prominence as central components of Beijing's strategy to strengthen its ideological and governance frameworks in the face of growing rivalry with the Western world, led by the United States.

The Ruzang, also known as the "Confucian Canon", initiative aims to assemble the most extensive collection of Confucian texts to date. Launched in 2003, this project has involved the collaboration of almost 500 scholars. It gained considerable momentum in 2014 when Xi, marking a first for a Chinese president, personally endorsed the effort.

In China, the initiative echoes grand historical endeavors of canon compilation, rare over the last two millennia, poised to significantly influence improved governance.

Contributions to Ruzang are being made by scholars from around the globe, as Beijing seemingly seeks to attract the attention of the Chinese diaspora. However, specialists highlight global political strains and the perception of Confucianism as an ideology focused on the Han ethnic group as significant challenges.

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Confucius Experiences Revival Under Communist Rule

Xi Jinping Turns to Confucius to Shape China's Path Forward

Xi Jinping's strategy to celebrate China's rich historical heritage is reflected in Ruzang, a collection that includes writings from the famed philosopher and associated texts.

Throughout the majority of its 103-year existence, the Communist Party of China viewed Confucius' teachings as outdated remnants from an antiquated era, focusing instead on Marxism and socialism to propel China's modernization.

Under the guidance of President Xi Jinping, Confucianism has experienced a significant revival as the cornerstone of traditional Chinese ethics and governance. Additionally, other ancient Chinese texts have emerged as central elements of Beijing's strategy to strengthen its ideological and governing frameworks, particularly as it faces growing ideological rivalry with the Western world, led by the United States.

The Ruzang project, also known as the "Confucian Canon", is a major initiative aimed at assembling the most extensive collection of Confucian texts to date. Launched in 2003, the project has benefited from the contributions of almost 500 scholars. It gained significant momentum in 2014 when Xi Jinping, marking a presidential first, personally endorsed the endeavor.

In China, this initiative draws parallels to the few colossal canon projects from the last two millennia and is poised to significantly influence improved governance.

The contributors to Ruzang include global academics, with Beijing seemingly targeting the Chinese diaspora. However, specialists identify international political strains and the perception of Confucianism as an ethnocentric concept as hurdles.

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Confucius Experiences Revival Under Communist Rule

Xi Jinping Draws on Confucian Ideals to Shape China's Path Forward

Xi Jinping's strategy to elevate China's rich historical heritage is encapsulated in Ruzang, an anthology that includes writings from the famed philosopher and other related texts.

Throughout the majority of its 103-year existence, the Communist Party of China viewed the ideas of the philosopher Confucius as remnants of an outdated era, instead favoring Marxism and socialism as tools for China's modernization.

Under the guidance of President Xi Jinping, Confucianism has experienced a significant resurgence as the cornerstone of traditional Chinese ethics and governance. Additionally, other ancient Chinese texts have taken a central role in Beijing's strategy to reinforce its intellectual and governance ideologies, particularly in the context of growing ideological rivalry with the Western world led by the United States.

The Ruzang project, also known as the "Confucian Canon," aims to assemble the most extensive collection of Confucian texts to date. Launched in 2003, this initiative has involved close to 500 experts. The project gained considerable momentum in 2014 after receiving unprecedented support from Xi Jinping, marking the first time a Chinese president has personally endorsed such an endeavor.

In China, the initiative echoes the grand scope of monumental canon projects that have occurred sporadically over the last two millennia and is poised to serve as a significant catalyst for improved governance.

The Ruzang project sees participation from scholars around the globe, with Beijing seemingly targeting the diaspora Chinese community. However, specialists highlight issues such as global political strains and the perception of Confucianism being predominantly a concept for the Han people as challenges.

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Confucius Experiences Revival Under Communist Rule

Xi Jinping Looks to Confucius to Shape China's Destiny

Xi Jinping's strategy to highlight China’s rich historical heritage is captured in Ruzang, a collection that includes writings from the famed philosopher and associated texts.

Throughout much of its 103-year existence, the Communist Party of China viewed the ideas of the philosopher Confucius as remnants of an antiquated era, favoring Marxism and socialism as means to propel China into modernity.

Under the guidance of President Xi Jinping, Confucianism has experienced a significant resurgence as the cornerstone of traditional Chinese ethics and governance. Additionally, other classical Chinese texts have emerged as central elements in Beijing's strategy to strengthen its ideological and governance frameworks in the face of growing ideological rivalry with the Western world, led by the United States.

The latest initiative, dubbed the Ruzang or "Confucian Canon," aims to assemble the most extensive collection of Confucian texts to date. Launched in 2003, this project has involved the contributions of around 500 scholars. It gained notable momentum in 2014 when Xi became the first Chinese president to personally endorse the endeavor.

In China, this initiative is comparable to other vast, historical projects that have occurred sporadically over the last two millennia, positioning itself as a significant influence for improved governance.

Ruzang is receiving contributions from international academics, with Beijing seemingly targeting the global Chinese diaspora. However, specialists identify global political conflicts and the perception of Confucianism as an ideology centered around the Han ethnic group as challenges.

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Confucius Experiences Revival Under Communist Rule

China's leading judicial authority, Chief Justice Zhang Jun, has committed to expedited legal proceedings following recent mass murders that have stunned the country. Zhang expressed that strict penalties would promote a genuine sense of justice among citizens, although he also noted that milder sentences could be more appropriate for minor offenses.

China's top judicial official has pledged to quickly penalize those responsible for unprovoked assaults on civilians, in response to a string of attacks that have rattled the country.

During a special assembly of the nation's highest courts on Saturday, Zhang Jun, who serves as the president and chief justice of the Supreme People's Court, emphasized the need for harsh penalties for severe and brutal crimes. He also highlighted the importance of prompt trials and sentencing, to ensure that the public genuinely perceives fairness and justice.

He suggested that the judiciary should contemplate more lenient sentences for minor societal offenses or situations instigated by social disagreements—especially when the accused admits guilt and receives forgiveness from the victim—in order to "foster the rehabilitation of offenders."

Zhang emphasized that in response to multiple occurrences in a brief period, the legal framework needs to identify the root cause to avert similar future events. He highlighted the importance of enhancing rehabilitative education and providing better support for ex-offenders and individuals with significant mental health issues.

According to a statement from the supreme court, the chief justice has instructed courts nationwide to carry out a campaign aimed at "resolving conflicts and maintaining stability," as mandated by the nation's highest security authority following the car attack in Zhuhai.

Calls for aid and empathy arise in response to mass killings in China

Legal experts in China press for a thorough investigation into the motives behind recent deadly 'revenge' attacks

After a series of mass killings in China, the nation's legal experts are advocating for improved mental health and social support systems. They are also pressing authorities to explore the underlying causes of these violent incidents.

The 21-year-old individual in question was a former student of the institute and, according to police, was dissatisfied with the low wages he received during a factory internship.

There has been speculation about whether the assaults followed a specific pattern. However, Chinese officials often describe them as "random events" or attribute them solely to the individual circumstances of the accused, like experiencing divorce or unemployment.

China imposes a deadline for major tech companies to address algorithmic problems and eliminate 'echo chambers'. This regulatory enforcement escalates as the reliance on algorithms for content curation, e-commerce, and gig economy task allocation intensifies.

On Sunday, a notice from the Communist Party's commission for cyberspace affairs, along with the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology and other pertinent agencies, announced the commencement of a three-month initiative aimed at tackling common problems associated with algorithms on digital platforms.

The statement indicated that companies offering platforms should steer clear of employing recommendation algorithms that foster "echo chambers" and addictive behaviors, permit the manipulation of popular content, or take advantage of the rights of gig workers.

Authorities should also take action against discriminatory pricing and discounts that target specific demographic groups, guarantee safe content for seniors and children, and establish a strong system for reviewing algorithms and managing data security.

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China's Food Delivery Workers Stretched to Limits by App Algorithms

Authorities have instructed tech companies to undertake thorough internal reviews and make corrections to enhance their algorithm security features by the year's end.

What attracts China’s anti-corruption agencies to Guangdong and its notorious 'sin city' Dongguan?

As numerous senior officials are toppled by corruption investigations, a political analyst uncovers a recurring pattern.

In urban areas like Dongguan and Huizhou, the scope of corruption probes is expanding to include local government members. These investigations typically involve ex-officials suspected of exploiting their roles to extract bribes from businesses in exchange for preferential treatment.

Xu Jianhua, who held the position of party secretary in Dongguan between 2011 and 2016, has recently become the newest official under scrutiny. The provincial disciplinary commission revealed on Wednesday that he has been taken into custody.

Xu, aged 66, is under suspicion for engaging in "serious breaches of discipline and law," a term often used to imply corruption.

Xu was taken into custody only eight weeks following the commencement of an investigation into Zhong Ganquan, who previously served as the vice-chair of the political advisory committee in Dongguan.

Zhong, originally from Dongguan, gained a reputable status as the longstanding head of the city's Humen district, which is well-known for its textile and electronics exports, earning him the nickname "the man who knows all."

Taiwanese Leader William Lai Faces Decline in Approval Amid Political Unrest

Public opinion polls indicate that William Lai's disapproval rates have reached their peak since he assumed leadership half a year ago.

Compounding his difficulties is the extensive disapproval of his administration's apparent lack of action, especially following the suicide of a government labor official, reportedly caused by harassment from a superior at work.

Just half a year into his tenure, Lai has seen a significant decline in public approval, shedding close to 3 million supporters and experiencing a decrease in backing among nearly every key demographic, including age, education, ethnicity, and political stance.

His unfavorable rating has climbed as well, increasing by 5.3 percentage points since October to 43 percent, marking a total rise of 17.5 percentage points since May. This represents an additional 3.4 million individuals who are now dissatisfied with Lai, as reported by the foundation that has monitored public sentiment regarding the government's performance since 2016.

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The disapproval rating for November was the highest recorded so far for Lai.

China Faces Baseless Allegations Undermining the Communist Party's Anti-Corruption Efforts

Experts indicate that groundless accusations against party officials squander resources, lower morale, and discourage leaders from implementing aggressive strategies to stimulate the economy.

Over ten years on, the party has acknowledged that numerous individuals have misused this opportunity to levy unfounded allegations against officials.

Analysts note that baseless allegations of corruption not only squander resources but also damage reputations, lower morale, and dissuade officials from making bold decisions amidst China's economic difficulties.

"Such actions interfere with the work of disciplinary oversight, contaminate the political environment, and undermine the morale of leaders who are advocates for reform," stated Zhuang Deshui, the deputy director of the public policy research center at Peking University.

"Zhuang emphasized that the goal is not to deter authentic reporting, but rather to foster a constructive environment where people honor their rights and openly communicate concerns, thus safeguarding those in leadership positions."