CCP is an acronym that stands for the Communist Party of China. It refers to the ruling political party in the People's Republic of China, which was founded in 1921. The Communist Party of China follows Marxist-Leninist ideology and is responsible for the political leadership and governance of the country. It is one of the largest political parties in the world, with more than 90 million members as of 2021.
The CCP is an explicitly socialist party that advocates for the establishment of a communist society in China. It controls all aspects of governance in the country, including the military, government institutions, and media. The party's primary goal is to maintain the stability and prosperity of China through economic development, social harmony, and the preservation of the party's political leadership.
The CCP operates through a hierarchical structure, with a General Secretary at the top, followed by various standing committees and departments overseeing different areas of governance. It implements the "democratic centralism" principle, where decisions are made collectively but strict adherence to the party's decisions is required.
The party's policies are guided by the Chinese Communist Party Constitution, which outlines its objectives, principles, and organizational structure. The CCP has been instrumental in transforming China into a major global economic power, but it has also faced criticism for its authoritarian rule, human rights abuses, and suppression of dissenting voices.
