Q&A|Rana Mitter

The 19th CPC National Congress introduced Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era. How do you think it will guide China's future?

There is a long tradition of leaders who have politics associated with their names; for instance, Reaganomics or "Thatcherism". Xi Jinping Thought will need to take on board the realities and challenges of a new era, including a world where boundaries are more fluid and often invisible, and implementing ideas is based more than ever on consensus, debate and a willingness to embrace many different viewpoints to achieve a new model for China.

General Secretary Xi Jinping said China has embarked on a "new era" in its development, while spelling out a two-stage development plan for now until the mid-21st century. What do you think of that? What is happening in China that impresses you most?