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Why China Both Loves and Fears the Rule of Law

Why China Both Loves and Fears the Rule of Law

By David Gitter
Beijing recognizes the importance of a reliable legal system, but fears the challenge lawyers could pose to the CCP.
UN Committee Urges China to Halt Torture

UN Committee Urges China to Halt Torture

By Shannon Tiezzi
A UN report finds that torture remains "deeply entrenched" in China's criminal justice system.

Private Lending in China: Out of the Shadows?

Private Lending in China: Out of the Shadows?

By Susan Finder
A judicial interpretation from the Supreme People's Court sets out basic rules for China's "shadow banking" sector.

Shadow Banking Cases Threaten to Overwhelm China's Courts

Shadow Banking Cases Threaten to Overwhelm China's Courts

By Susan Finder
Disputes over private lending in China are making their way into the courts, bringing a host of legal issues.

China's Master Plan for Remaking Its Courts

China's Master Plan for Remaking Its Courts

By Susan Finder
Analyzing the Supreme People's Court's outline for reforming China's courts.
Is China Rethinking the Death Penalty?

Is China Rethinking the Death Penalty?

By Shannon Tiezzi
Proposed reforms could continue the trend of decreasing executions in China.

China's 4th Plenum: Rule of Law Under the Party

China's 4th Plenum: Rule of Law Under the Party

By Ankit Panda and Zachary Keck
U.S. editors Ankit Panda and Zachary Keck are joined by Shannon Tiezzi to discuss China's fourth plenum.

4 Things We Learned from China’s 4th Plenum

By Shannon Tiezzi
Parsing China's next steps in establishing the "rule of law."

Could China's 'Rule of Law' Lead to Constitutionalism?

Could China's 'Rule of Law' Lead to Constitutionalism?

By Shannon Tiezzi
Official proclamations about the Fourth Plenum include intriguing references to limiting political power.

Zhou Yongkang and the Rule of Law With Chinese Characteristics

Zhou Yongkang and the Rule of Law With Chinese Characteristics

By Shannon Tiezzi
Zhou Yongkang's case ties in with Xi Jinping's larger vision for the rule of law in China.

China's Legal Reform: A Balancing Act

China's Legal Reform: A Balancing Act

By Shannon Tiezzi
China has plans for another wave of legal reforms, but no plans to give up Party control.
Is the Rule of Law Coming to China?

Is the Rule of Law Coming to China?

Some signs bode well, but profound shifts must be completed before the optimism is truly warranted.

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