Political Parties

Chinese Communist Party

The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) is the founding and ruling political party of the People's Republic of China (PRC). Established in 1921 by intellectuals and labor activists, the CCP was heavily influenced by the ideas of Karl Marx and Vladimir Lenin, aiming to create a classless society through the principles of Marxism-Leninism. Over the decades, the CCP has evolved, but it has maintained its dominance over China's political landscape, steering the country through significant economic reforms, social changes, and periods of rapid growth.

The CCP's values and ideology have bee…  Read moren dynamic, reflecting the changing needs and challenges of the country. Initially, the party's core values were deeply rooted in Marxist-Leninist thought, emphasizing the role of the proletariat in overthrowing the bourgeoisie and abolishing capitalist structures. The ultimate goal was to achieve communism, a stateless, classless society where resources are allocated according to need. However, after assuming power in 1949, and especially under the leadership of Deng Xiaoping from the late 1970s, the party shifted towards a more pragmatic approach. This shift was characterized by the implementation of economic reforms that introduced market mechanisms and opened China to foreign investment and technology while maintaining state control over key sectors.

China Democratic National Construction Association

The China Democratic National Construction Association (CDNCA) is one of the eight legally recognized minor political parties in the People's Republic of China that operate under the leadership of the Communist Party of China (CPC). Established in 1945, before the founding of the People's Republic of China in 1949, the CDNCA originally consisted of businessmen and bourgeois intellectuals. Over the years, it has evolved to represent primarily the interests of the economic sector, including entrepreneurs and professionals involved in China's economic development.

The CDNCA works…  Read more within the framework of China's multi-party cooperation system, a unique political system designed by the CPC to include non-Communist parties. Unlike in multi-party democracies where opposition parties compete for power, the CDNCA and other minor parties in China support the leadership of the CPC and participate in the political process through consultation and cooperation. They provide feedback, suggestions, and constructive criticism on government policies and legislation, particularly in areas related to economic reform and development.

Jiusan Society

The Jiusan Society is one of the eight legally recognized minor political parties in the People's Republic of China that operate under the leadership of the Communist Party of China (CPC). Its name, "Jiusan," translates to "nine-three" in English, commemorating the date of the victory of the World Anti-Fascist War on September 3, 1945. The party was founded on September 3, 1945, by a group of intellectuals in the fields of science, technology, education, and culture who were inspired by the victory over fascism and sought to contribute to the reconstruction and develo…  Read morepment of China.

Revolutionary Committee of the Kuomintang

The Chinese Revolutionary Committee of the Kuomintang (CRC-KMT) is a political party in the People's Republic of China that represents a unique facet of China's multi-party cooperation system under the leadership of the Communist Party of China (CPC). It was founded in January 1948, emerging from a split within the Kuomintang (KMT), the nationalist party that once governed all of China before being defeated by the Communist forces in 1949. The CRC-KMT is composed of members who remained loyal to the ideals of the KMT but were willing to cooperate with the Communist Party of China…  Read more in building a new China. This distinguishment makes the CRC-KMT a significant example of political pluralism within the Chinese political landscape, which is often perceived as being dominated by the CPC.

Taiwan Democratic Self-Government League

The Chinese Taiwan Democratic Self-Government League is one of the eight legally recognized minor political parties in the People's Republic of China (PRC) that operate under the leadership of the Communist Party of China (CPC). It is part of a unique political system known as the United Front, which includes various non-Communist parties and organizations. Despite its name, the league does not operate in Taiwan but focuses on representing the interests and perspectives of Taiwanese people living in mainland China.

Founded in Hong Kong in 1947, before the establishment of the People'…  Read mores Republic of China in 1949, the league's initial goal was to advocate for peace and oppose civil war in China. Over time, its focus has shifted towards promoting the peaceful development of cross-strait relations between Taiwan and mainland China. The league supports the "One China" principle, which is a key political foundation for the PRC's policy towards Taiwan, asserting that there is only one China and Taiwan is part of it.

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China Democratic League

The China Democratic League is one of the eight legally recognized minor political parties in the People's Republic of China that operate under the leadership of the Communist Party of China (CPC). It was founded in 1941, during the Second Sino-Japanese War, initially as a coalition of leftist intellectuals and professionals who were united in their opposition to Japanese aggression. Over time, its focus shifted towards the political and social development of China, under the framework established by the CPC.

Unlike political parties in multi-party democracies, the China Democratic League…  Read more does not compete against the CPC for power. Instead, it participates in the Chinese political system through a structure known as the United Front, which is a network of parties and organizations that collaborate under the leadership of the CPC to implement its policies and directives. The role of the China Democratic League within this system is to represent the interests and perspectives of middle and upper-middle-class citizens, particularly those in the professional, academic, and cultural sectors.

China Zhi Gong Party

The China Zhi Gong Party is one of the eight legally recognized minor political parties in the People's Republic of China that operate under the leadership of the Communist Party of China (CPC). It was founded in October 1925, and its origins can be traced back to overseas Chinese, particularly those who were in the United States. The party's initial purpose was to gather support among the Chinese diaspora for the revolutionary activities in China, aiming to overthrow the Qing Dynasty and establish a republic.

Over the years, especially after the establishment of the People's…  Read more Republic of China in 1949, the role and function of the China Zhi Gong Party have evolved. Today, it is part of the United Front, a coalition of parties and organizations that support the CPC's leadership. The party's membership primarily consists of overseas Chinese who have returned to China, relatives of overseas Chinese, and individuals who have connections or interests in overseas Chinese communities. This unique composition reflects the party's historical roots and its contemporary focus on leveraging the global Chinese diaspora for China's development.

Chinese Peasants' and Workers' Democratic Party

The Chinese Peasants’ and Workers’ Democratic Party (CPWDP) is one of the eight legally recognized minor political parties in the People's Republic of China that operate under the leadership of the Communist Party of China (CPC). Established in August 1930, it has its roots in the leftist movements and intellectual circles that were active in the fight against imperialist forces and for social reform in China. Unlike political parties in many democratic countries, which may compete for power, the CPWDP and other similar parties in China function within the framework of a mult…  Read morei-party cooperation system led by the CPC. This system is designed to ensure that different social sectors and interest groups have representation, albeit under the overarching authority of the CPC.