A master and apprentice discuss the secrets behind the Chinese Communist Party's century-long rule and historical insights.
Mingyue, this year marks the 104th anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of China. Looking back at its century-long history, why do you think it has been able to maintain such strong vitality?
Master, I think one of the key reasons is that the Party has always been able to continuously self-reflect and renew itself with the spirit of self-reform. This courage and determination to constantly correct mistakes is rarely seen in the history of world political parties.
That's right. This self-renewal is just like what is said in the Book of Changes: 'When things reach an extreme, they change; with change comes communication, and with communication comes longevity.' From the Zunyi Conference to the reform and opening up, every critical decision embodies this spirit.
Moreover, in today's era full of changes and risks, the Communist Party of China can still maintain strategic clarity. As General Secretary Xi Jinping has proposed, it must both grasp the laws of struggle and continuously strengthen its ability to struggle.
Indeed. Thinking back to the War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression, it was precisely because the Party led the people with a spirit of 'fearlessness of sacrifice and courage in struggle' that it could turn the tide at a time of national crisis, laying the foundation for today's achievements.
From history to reality, this ability to resonate with the times is the fundamental reason for its lasting prosperity. Master, what particular challenges do you think the Party should pay special attention to in the new era?
There are certainly many challenges, such as how to maintain its original aspiration in the rapidly developing era of technology and ensure the purity and advancement of its members. However, as long as it always relies closely on the people and never becomes detached from the masses, it will surely overcome these difficulties.
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