China’s would-be powerhouse Hunan wants officials to ‘emancipate their minds’. In an effort to revitalize its economy, Hunan province has unveiled a campaign dubbed "large-scale discussions on emancipating the mind," drawing inspiration from historical Communist Party slogans. This strategic move aims to enhance local governance and stimulate economic growth by combating bureaucratic inertia and the aversion to risk among officials. Despite its ambitions, analysts perceive its political impact as minimal, with the primary goal being to ensure adherence to Xi Jinping's broader policies and objectives.
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Asia Daily: February 20, 2024
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China’s would-be powerhouse Hunan wants officials to ‘emancipate their minds’. In an effort to revitalize its economy, Hunan province has unveiled a campaign dubbed "large-scale discussions on emancipating the mind," drawing inspiration from historical Communist Party slogans. This strategic move aims to enhance local governance and stimulate economic growth by combating bureaucratic inertia and the aversion to risk among officials. Despite its ambitions, analysts perceive its political impact as minimal, with the primary goal being to ensure adherence to Xi Jinping's broader policies and objectives.