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Is China a democracy? . China is not a liberal or representative democracy. The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) and the Chinese government state that China is a socialist democracy and a people's democratic dictatorship, under President Xi Jinping, China is also termed as a whole-process people's democracy. is America democracy? . The United States is a representative democracy. This means that our government is elected by citizens. Here, citizens vote for their government officials. These officials represent the citizens' ideas and concerns in government. Voting is one way to participate in our democracy. . is Russia democracy? . Russia is categorized as a Consolidated Authoritarian regime in the Nations in Transit 2023, Freedom House's annual study on the state of democracy in the region stretching from Central Europe to Central Asia. . is India democracy? . Democracy in India is the largest by population in the world. Elections in India started with the 1951–52 Indian general election. India was the 19th most electoral democratic country in Asia according to V-Dem Democracy indices in 2023 with a score of 0.399 out of 1. Adopting the path of democracy, the country held its first general elections in 1952 and since then, regular elections, to the Parliament as well as State legislatures have been a central feature of the working of the largest democracy in the world.

"Mary Lee discusses the U.S. perspective on China!" She dives into how America's stance on China has changed over time, highlighting key political and economic impacts. Watch the full episode: https://lnkd.in/gc3cexgP #usa #uselections #usapresidentialelections2024 #politics #BeerBiceps

"By the end of 2024, we will know whether democracy survives or dies" - Maria Ressa, Nobel Peace Prize winner of 2021 Why? ▷ 76 countries hold elections this year. ▷ Billions of citizens are expected to vote in 2024. ▷ Elections are set in major economies like the European Union, USA, India, and the UK. ▷ As well as 8 of the 10 most populous countries, including: Bangladesh, Brazil, India, Indonesia, Mexico, Pakistan, Russia, and the USA. This means that the 1000s of Shapers in the Global Shapers Community are among the millions of young people about to cast a vote. We take this seriously. Because despite this surge in electoral activity, global democracy continues its 6 year decline – combined with the rapid evolution of AI, deep-fakes, and social media. You can count on this generation in standing up for democracy, transparency and accountability. #EUnite - Sources: International IDEA, European Commission

#Seeking Your Insights on '#OneNation, #OneElection' Policy 🗳️ I am currently working on a research paper exploring the 'One Nation, One Election' (ONOE) policy and its potential implications for India’s electoral landscape. As this topic is both timely and significant, I believe that gathering diverse perspectives will enrich my analysis and understanding. I would love to hear your thoughts on the following: 1. What do you believe are the primary benefits and challenges of implementing ONOE? 2. How do you see this policy impacting our democratic processes and federal structure? 3. Are there specific areas or aspects of ONOE that you think warrant further investigation? Your insights will be invaluable as I navigate this complex topic. Please feel free to share your opinions in the comments or connect with me directly for a more in-depth discussion. Thank you in advance for your contributions! 🙏 #OneNationOneElection #Research #PublicPolicy #India #Democracy #PoliticalScience #YourInsightsMatter

"Xi The Reformer" There was a curious but abortive attempt to cast Xi Jinping as a 'refomer' (改革家习近平/Xi Jinping The Reformer) in the lead up to the Third Plenum. There was a clear and deliberate attempt to play up his reformist credentials by state media. Was it a repair effort to de-emphasize comparisons to Mao? Was it a way to assuage domestic and international community that economic reforms will continue in spite of national security concerns? Probably both. Curiously, the articles have since been removed quite suddenly (edit: though still appearing on Xinhua newsfeed, h/t Zheng Wei, William). Was there overzealousness in comparing him to Deng? (Xi himself was somewhat ambivalent of and equivocated on the importance of Deng's reform and opening up). Perhaps there was a reckoning of the disconnect between economic reality with the state rhetoric of economic reform. Gave some comments to The Straits Times via Cheng Wei Aw on some tentative thoughts of the communique from the third plenum: "Assistant Professor Dylan Loh of Nanyang Technological University said Mr Xi has used the plenum to assure the Chinese that the ruling elite continues to strive for a balance between national security and development." https://lnkd.in/epMUrCjV

#Xi made recommendations three years ago relating Communism -vs- Socialism. Our #Envoy of Country follows China actions and offer this link , demonstrating subtle changes from within CCP. The ruling Communist Party was planning and implementing "major" reforms, ahead of a closely watched political conclave that is expected to put economic recovery high on the agenda. Our belief is China will move towards opening Commerce channels in keeping with Socialist direction. Millions of Chinese want their own businesses, know about the Western World and seek better times. If Xi fails to move progressively his term will cease faster than he came into power. https://lnkd.in/eK3y3xgi

#Article Would Anura Dissanayake Be India’s Strategic Bet in Sri Lanka’s Presidential Race? writes Parag Gilada 1. Anura Dissanayake’s Political Shift: Anura Kumara Dissanayake, leader of the NPP and JVP alliance, is positioning himself as a “change-maker” for Sri Lanka in the upcoming 2024 presidential election, despite his party’s past radical Marxist leanings and opposition to the state. 2. India’s Strategic Interest: India is closely monitoring Sri Lanka’s election due to concerns over China’s growing influence in the country, particularly through investments in strategic assets like the Hambantota port. India’s engagement with Dissanayake could be part of its strategy to counterbalance China. 3. Challenges and Uncertainties: While Dissanayake leads in polls, he faces significant challenges, including opposition from veteran politicians and internal party dynamics. His party’s historical ties with China and its anti-India stance complicate his position, raising questions about his approach to international relations and domestic governance if elected. Read more: https://lnkd.in/grHd4XDB

What major policy shifts might emerge from the Chinese Communist Party's recent Third Plenary Session? Authored by Bhumika Sevkani for Covering China. How do you think these potential reforms could shape China's future economic landscape? Parent: THE GEOSTRATA #ChinaPolicy #EconomicReform #CCP #ChineseEconomy #GlobalEconomics