Name: A tale of two political systems
Uploaded: 2013-07-01T15:36:10Z
Duration: 20 min 24 s
Description: It's a standard assumption in the West: As a society progresses, it eventually becomes a capitalist, multi-party democracy. Right? Eric X. Li, a Chinese investor and political scientist, begs to differ. In this provocative, boundary-pushing talk, he asks his audience to consider that there's more than one way to run a successful modern nation.

It's a standard assumption in the West: As a society progresses, it eventually becomes a capitalist, multi-party democracy. Right? Eric X. Li, a Chinese investor and political scientist, begs to differ. In this provocative, boundary-pushing talk, he asks his audience to consider that there's more than one way to run a successful modern nation.

Eric X. Li: A tale of two political systems

A tale of two political systems

China's transformation debunks the 'one-size-fits-all' narrative of political progress, showcasing a unique path to modernity.

Meritocracy, adaptability, and legitimacy define China's governance, challenging Western assumptions about one-party systems.

China's rise prompts a rethink of universal political ideals, advocating for plurality over a singular model of governance.