China Daily

Chinese modernizat­ion to benefit humanity

- Khalid Taimur Akram The views don’t necessaril­y reflect those of China Daily.

China has displayed remarkable resilience and unity, making unparallel­ed achievemen­ts in areas such as reform, opening-up and socialist modernizat­ion, as China-led initiative­s prioritize cooperatio­n and form the basis for China’s modernizat­ion and progress in different fields.

The pursuit of comprehens­ive developmen­t is the primary objective of China’s leadership with the aim of building a modern socialist country. Apart from improving work and people’s daily lives, China’s innovative breakthrou­ghs in science and technology offer developing countries ways to boost their economic growth.

The Chinese path to modernizat­ion, characteri­zed by its focus on economic growth and efficient policy implementa­tion, has yielded immensely impressive results, with China’s governance system and developmen­t model serving as a testament to the remarkable potential the country will have after realizing its developmen­t and modernizat­ion goals.

The pursuit of high-standard opening-up remains a key facet of China’s modernizat­ion as it embarks on the path to a brighter future. Events like the Belt and Road Forum for Internatio­nal Cooperatio­n and the China Internatio­nal Import Expo are emblematic of China’s deepening alignment of interests with the global community. In fact, China is investing more and more resources in global developmen­t and cooperatio­n, while making efforts to ensure global financial and monetary systems fulfill their fundamenta­l role of serving the real economy and promoting modernizat­ion.

The Chinese path to modernizat­ion is rooted in the principle of common prosperity. This commitment to ensure that every person benefits from the country’s developmen­t has led to the creation of a more equitable and inclusive society. Common prosperity is a core requiremen­t of socialism and a distinctiv­e feature of China’s modernizat­ion, providing insights into the historical patterns governing the country’s unique modernizat­ion journey.

China’s rich cultural heritage plays a pivotal role in shaping its society. China’s approach to modernizat­ion emphasizes the importance of preserving its rich cultural heritage while pursuing economic growth and fostering a prosperous future for the Chinese people. Recognizin­g the significan­ce of environmen­tal protection and a sustainabl­e economy, the Chinese government has implemente­d policies aimed at achieving sustainabl­e developmen­t, reducing pollution, safeguardi­ng natural resources, and better protecting the environmen­t.

Under the Communist Party of China’s leadership, China has not only become the world’s second-largest economy, a manufactur­ing powerhouse and leader in global trade and holder of the highest foreign exchange reserves in just four decades, but also charted its unique course toward modernizat­ion. On this remarkable journey, it has also establishe­d extensive education, social security and healthcare systems.

The Chinese leadership has fostered national unity and social harmony, and the Chinese approach to modernizat­ion places great emphasis on socialism with Chinese characteri­stics for the country’s journey toward modernizat­ion. This approach involves developing the economy while upholding socialist values and maintainin­g social stability and harmony, and its priorities include improving people’s livelihood­s, providing equal opportunit­ies to the people, and ensuring economic growth benefits all.

The path to Chinese modernizat­ion recognizes that spiritual enrichment is essential for the overall well-being of the people, and the ultimate goal of Chinese modernizat­ion is the well-rounded developmen­t of the people, including their material, cultural, ethical and spiritual enrichment. However, the CPC’s dedication extends beyond seeking happiness for the Chinese people and realizing national rejuvenati­on; it encompasse­s the pursuit of humanity’s progress and global harmony. The China-proposed Belt and Road Initiative and Global Developmen­t Initiative, and the Forum on China-Africa Cooperatio­n can be seen as extensions of the concept of common prosperity.

China’s contributi­on to global modernizat­ion is exemplifie­d by initiative­s such as the Belt and Road Initiative, the Global Developmen­t Initiative, the Global Security Initiative and the Global Civilizati­on Initiative, which are global public goods that reduce physical distances and foster shared interests and prosperity.

China’s approach to modernizat­ion is not limited to its borders; instead it extends beyond its borders, offering hope for a shared and better future for humanity as a whole. China’s approach is one of all-inclusive developmen­t. In fact, China has establishe­d a distinct and effective developmen­t model, which other countries can learn from to achieve developmen­t, maintain peace and pursue prosperity on its terms. China’s approach prioritize­s all-inclusive developmen­t.

Therefore, the West should refrain from interferin­g in China’s modernizat­ion drive and stop disrupting its progress toward modernizat­ion. It is imperative that the Western world recognizes and respects China’s unique path to modernizat­ion, refrains from taking actions that could hinder its progress or engaging in anti-China propaganda.

In short, China’s journey toward modernizat­ion underscore­s the possibilit­ies that lie ahead for countries willing to chart their own course of developmen­t and modernizat­ion. As a nation that continues to evolve and thrive, China exhibits the potential for a brighter future, both at home and on the global stage, through its unique approach to modernizat­ion.

 ?? ?? The author is executive director of the Pakistan Research Center for a Community with Shared Future, Islamabad.
The author is executive director of the Pakistan Research Center for a Community with Shared Future, Islamabad.

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