The Government of China

The government of China has changed a great deal over the past 100 years.  After years of scattered power across the region, several tries were made to bring all the people of China under one rule.  In a stage of revolts, the country fought itself even as it fought foreign invaders, famine, and floods.  With time, one power gained momentum and, in 1949, managed to take over all of Mainland China.  This force was known as the Communist Party of China, and it now has full control over the government of China.  Yet despite the state’s historic grip on all that went on in the nation, the way this state operates today is far different than in the past.

After the capture of power and end of civil war, the Communist Party began making changes to reform and push China forward.  With the guidance of Chairman Mao, China made strides to continue in its revolution even after the Communists had taken hold.  These included automation and social changes that completely altered the way the state operated and worked with others.  After the death of Mao, other leaders began making changes of their own, and the government of China made some of its most startling decisions ever.

Changes in Government

The face of Communism was changed forever when China moved from complete control over finance and economic matters to planned economy.  In this model, the state holds onto ultimate decision-making power while individuals are allowed to gain wealth and make independent business choices.  This is a distinct departure from Marxist thought as it leads to the creation of a wealthy proletariat class that has more resources than the masses of common people.  Such a move would be unheard of in Soviet styles of Communism and seem only possible through thoughts in line with the unique government of China.

China truly is a country like no other in the world.  It has found a way to put old thoughts of state rule and high power in tandem with free trade and open fiscal policy.  This would be unheard of in most Communist states but is somehow fine in modern day China.  The power is still young and will change as time goes on, but it leads one to wonder – what can the future hold for China?  Will it stay true to its path, toeing the line on either side, or will it fall left or right?