From the chinese press

A theory to lead the nation

The theory of Scientific Outlook on Development has been written into the Constitution of the Communist Party of China as a guideline for action along with Marxism-Leninism, Mao Zedong Thought, Deng Xiaoping Theory and the important thought of the Three Represents. Scientific Outlook on Development was included in the CPC Constitution at the 18th Party Congress, and its thorough application is extremely important for the development of the Party and for the nation to understand its historical status and significance as a guideline, says an article in People's Daily. Excerpts:

Scientific Outlook on Development is the distinctive theme of contemporary China and the consensus the Chinese people have reached over the past decade's development process. During the past 10 years, the Party and the nation have made historic achievements to take forward the cause of socialism with Chinese characteristics.