Publications
Publications
- November 2007 (Revised July 2010)
- HBS Case Collection
China: The Political System
Abstract
Offers a detailed overview of the structure and operation of the Chinese political system today. Key issues that are discussed include: 1) the relationship between the Communist Party of China and the state; 2) the relationship between central and local levels of government; 3) the Chinese electoral system; and 4) current pressures for change. Also includes a number of useful exhibits on Communist Party membership, political structure, and the administrative system. Can be assigned alone as an introductory piece to a course on the Chinese business environment or used along with any individual case.
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Citation
Abrami, Regina M., and Weiqi Zhang. "China: The Political System." Harvard Business School Background Note 308-063, November 2007. (Revised July 2010.)