General Secretary of the CPC Central Committee Xi Jinping recently issued an instruction aimed at strengthening Party schools (academies of governance) in the Chinese mainland, highlighting their pivotal role in cultivating talent and offering strategic advice for the Communist Party of China (CPC).
Party schools have long served as training grounds for CPC cadres, combining political theory with practical governance skills. Xi stressed that these academies should evolve their curricula to include data-driven decision-making, digital innovation, and cross-cultural communication to keep pace with global trends.
In his directive, Xi called on Party schools to deepen research on key national priorities—such as technological self-reliance and sustainable development—and to provide candid, forward-looking recommendations that inform policy at all levels of the CPC.
This move echoes global efforts by governments and institutions to nurture the next generation of leaders. From executive education programs in G20 capitals to international public policy fellowships, the focus is increasingly on agile, tech-savvy talent equipped to address complex challenges across borders.
As Party schools sharpen their focus, young global citizens and thought leaders can watch how these academies adapt to new demands. The unfolding changes offer a window into the CPC's strategy for building a resilient leadership pipeline capable of navigating the digital age.
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Xi urges Party schools to play better role in cultivating talent
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