Inside the CPC: The Grassroots Strategies Behind China's Governance

General Secretary Xi Jinping, speaking at the anniversary gathering, emphasized that the CPC’s legitimacy stems from its commitment to the public, asserting that the country and its people are inseparable. This model of governance relies on local figures like Ma Shanxiang, who has mediated 2,500 disputes in Chongqing, and village leader Li Liancheng, who spearheaded poverty alleviation in rural Henan. These efforts at the community level are reinforced by academic advancements, such as those led by 89-year-old Zhong Jue in industrial manufacturing.

Public trust in this structure remains high. A 13-year study from the Harvard Kennedy School indicates that over 90% of Chinese citizens express satisfaction with the central government. Zheng Changzhong of Fudan University argues that this support persists because the Party prioritizes the needs of 1.4 billion people over the interests of a privileged few, effectively coordinating economic and social policies. Beyond its domestic agenda, the CPC has expanded its influence through initiatives on global development and security, gaining backing from nearly 160 countries. With a membership reaching 101.29 million by the end of 2025, the organization continues to position itself as a central architect in the evolving international order.