China’s plans for modernization

Source: The post China’s plans for modernization has been created, based on the article “China’s new reform agenda may create opportunities for India” published in “Live Mints” on 7th August 2024

UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper2-international relations- Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests

Context: The article discusses China’s plans for modernization, including reforms, development, opening up, peace initiatives, education, and ecological efforts. It emphasizes cooperation with India and highlights shared opportunities and mutual growth potential between the two countries.

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What are the major outcomes of the Third Plenary Session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC) for China’s modernization?

1.Comprehensive Reforms:

a) The session introduced over 300 reforms across various sectors like the economy, politics, culture, society, and ecology.

b) These reforms aim to build a high-standard socialist market economy and promote a fair and dynamic market environment.

2. Economic Growth:

a) China’s economy showed a positive recovery, with a 5% GDP growth in the first half of 2024.

b) Focus on competitive industries such as high-end equipment, new-energy vehicles, and photovoltaics.

c) Over 140,000 specialized small and medium-sized enterprises are producing unique products.

3. Opening Up:

a) China will continue to open its economy, aligning with high-standard international economic and trade rules.

b) Nearly 500 billion yuan in foreign investment was attracted in the first half of 2024.

c) Implementation of visa-free policies for several countries to facilitate foreign travel and investment.

4. Peace Initiatives:

a) Promotion of the Global Development Initiative, Global Security Initiative, and Global Civilization Initiative.

b) Commitment to peaceful development and safeguarding sovereignty.

5. Education and Innovation:

a) Emphasis on science, technology, education, and talent development.

b) China has the world’s largest education system, with new labor market entrants averaging over 14 years of education.

c) Population with higher education reached 250 million, supporting major breakthroughs in core technologies.

6. Ecological Harmony:

a) Focus on harmony between humanity and nature.

b) China’s clean power generation system is the largest globally, with leading capacities in hydropower, wind power, and solar power.

c) Commitment to reducing carbon emissions and pursuing green development.

How is China Collaborating with India?

1. China and India are seen as cooperation partners, not threats.
2. Both countries aim to implement the consensus that they are development opportunities for each other.
3. There are mutual benefits in education and other sectors, with China inviting more Indian students to study in China.
4. The shared goal is development and revitalization for both nations.

Question for practice:

Discuss the major outcomes of the Third Plenary Session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC) for China’s modernization.