Public Affairs: China: Rise of a Superpower with Dr. Rana Mitter

After Chairman Mao’s death in 1976, collectivization left his successors with a stagnant economy, tens of millions of dead from famine, and a society shaken by the rejection of its ancient culture. Modern China is the world’s second largest economy, and a manufacturing powerhouse, yet remains dominated by the authoritarian Communist Party. How did Deng Xiaoping manage to liberalize the economy while maintaining a hold on power? In what direction does Chairman Xi Jinping plan to take China in the 21st century? And what can the Western world know about China’s intentions on the world stage with only glimpses into its society of tightly controlled information? Listen to Dr. Rana Mitter, the ST Lee Chair in US-Asia Relations at the Harvard Kennedy School, for a conversation about how Communist China reshaped itself and hopes to reshape the world. This program was hosted in-person at the League House. Founding Forward’s Public Affairs examines contemporary issues to provide a better understanding of new technologies, business development, international affairs, or cultural and political concerns. Speakers are experts in their field, often practitioners at the highest levels. Formats are usually lectures or moderated discussions. Founding Forward educates and empowers individuals to participate in and uphold the American system of self-government. To learn more, visit www.foundingforward.org and follow us on social @foundingforward.