Chinese party zig-zags spur constitutional changes

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The National People's Congress is considering an amendment to the Chinese Constitution which would formalize China's transition from public ownership to a 'socialist' market economy. The constantly changing constitution functions like a sort of public policy statement for the Chinese Communist Party, despite the formal separation of state and party declared over 10 years ago. A proposal to write the policy of one country, two systems into the preamble has been rejected, yet the constitution as it stands does not adequately clarify the future status of HongKong and Macau as special administrative regions.

Political activity

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China's changing Communists

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There have been significant changes in the world view of the Communist Party of China over recent years. This is reflected in the content of the party's three constitutions, adopted in 1956, 1982 and 1997. In 1956, for example, the party was calling for the elimination of capitalist factors and placed great emphasis on the use of planning to develop the national economy. Now, the party is showing willingness to make use of market forces, and will retain capitalist factors indefinitely. It is also prepared to follow the example of developed western countries in operation and management techniques.

Economic policy

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Hong Kong solution for Tibet?

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The Chinese government and the exiled Tibetan leader the Dalai Lama are seeking some form of dialogue concerning Tibet, but the situation needs a new approach. The Chinese government continues to run Tibet despite its designation as the Tibetan Autonomous Region. The Dalai Lama wants real autonomy for Tibet. The Hong Kong-style designation of special administrative region seems to offer an appropriate solution. Beijing could take responsibility for Tibet's defence and international relations, leaving the Tibetans free to control all other aspects of their national life.

International Affairs, Public Administration, Intnl Diplomacy, Regional Government, Chinese foreign relations, Tibet, Diplomacy

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