By tf-lawyer.com **Interview with Gao Liwei: Embracing Self-Reform for Comprehensive Deepening of Reforms**
**Interviewer**: Dr. Gao, as a distinguished researcher at the Shanghai Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics Research Center, can you explain the significance of comprehensive deepening of reforms in the context of advancing Chinese-style modernization?
**Gao Liwei**: Comprehensive deepening of reforms represents a profound social revolution and serves as the fundamental driving force for advancing Chinese-style modernization. The recent Third Plenary Session of the 20th CPC Central Committee laid out a grand blueprint for further reforms and illuminated a new chapter in our journey towards modernization, showcasing the Party’s unwavering determination and sense of mission to see reforms through to the end.
**Interviewer**: You mentioned the importance of self-reform within the Party. How does this self-revolution serve as an advantage for the Chinese Communist Party (CCP)?
**Gao Liwei**: The CCP’s history of over a hundred years is not only a saga of social revolution but also one of self-revolution. Throughout its journey, the Party has demonstrated a steadfast commitment to self-critique, innovation, and the enhancement of its governance capabilities. This resilience and unique advantage stem from our willingness to critically evaluate ourselves and to ensure that we effectively respond to challenges and rectify mistakes.
**Interviewer**: What role does self-critique play in the evolution of the Party?
**Gao Liwei**: Self-critique is vital for any proletarian party. As Marx and Engels emphasized, revolutionary change often requires the overthrow of outdated practices within the very class attempting to enact change. For the CCP, continuous self-critique and renewal are essential to maintain its vitality and effectiveness. Mao Zedong famously stated that self-criticism is an indispensable weapon for Marxist-Leninist parties.
**Interviewer**: How do you see the connection between self-reform and the Party’s responsibilities towards the people?
**Gao Liwei**: The essence of our political character lies in our commitment to serving the common interests of the proletariat. The CCP has always prioritized the people’s welfare above personal interests, undertaking revolutionary activities and reforms to uphold the fundamental rights of the vast majority. This commitment fosters a culture of accountability and empowers us to face challenges candidly, which is necessary for initiating social revolution.
**Interviewer**: In light of these principles, what is necessary for the Party to deepen reforms effectively?
**Gao Liwei**: We must embody a robust self-revolutionary spirit. President Xi Jinping has emphasized that to effectively engage in this great societal revolution, the Party must embrace self-revolution to strengthen its structure and overcome complex challenges. Reform initiatives require breaking free from entrenched mindsets and facilitating ideological liberation, which serves as the fundamental drive behind reform efforts.
**Interviewer**: Given the challenges posed by deeper reform areas, how can the Party ensure effective governance?
**Gao Liwei**: The current stage of reform presents unprecedented complexities. Addressing these requires that we employ a self-revolutionary mindset to refine our political leadership, enhance our organizational capacity, and foster public trust. It’s imperative for the Party to remain a steadfast force for the people, galvanizing collective action while ensuring that our reforms translate into meaningful progress in modernization initiatives.
**Interviewer**: Finally, what are the key areas where the Party should focus its self-revolution efforts to ensure the success of future reforms?
**Gao Liwei**: There are several critical areas. First, the Party must improve its internal regulatory framework to align with self-revolution. Second, enhancing the political and organizational functions of the Party is vital for providing robust support for reforms. Finally, we need to strengthen our anti-corruption efforts to create a clean political environment that fosters both stability and development. By sustaining this commitment to self-revolution, we ensure that our reforms are not only effective but also lasting.
**Interviewer**: Thank you, Dr. Gao, for sharing your insights on the necessity of self-reform in advancing the comprehensive deepening of reforms in the CCP.
**Gao Liwei**: Thank you for the opportunity to discuss these important issues.
