{"id":19535,"date":"2026-07-02T08:25:51","date_gmt":"2026-07-02T02:40:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/eng.dragonmedia.com.np\/?p=19535"},"modified":"2026-07-02T08:25:51","modified_gmt":"2026-07-02T02:40:51","slug":"105-years-of-the-communist-party-of-china-an-epic-of-national-rejuvenation-and-a-new-chapter-in-world-history","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/eng.dragonmedia.com.np\/?p=19535","title":{"rendered":"105 Years of the Communist Party of China: An Epic of National Rejuvenation and a New Chapter in World History<\/strong>"},"content":{"rendered":"

# Prem Sagar Poudel<\/strong><\/p>\n

When the 105th founding anniversary of the Communist Party of China was celebrated at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on July 1, 2026, it was not merely the annual ceremony of a political party. It was a powerful proclamation of modern China\u2019s historical consciousness, national confidence, ideological continuity and strategic commitment to the future. President Xi Jinping\u2019s description of the CPC\u2019s 105-year journey as the \u201cmost magnificent epic\u201d of the Chinese nation was not simply an emotional expression. It was a historical, ideological and strategic answer to the questions of how modern China was built, why China succeeded, and where China is heading.<\/p>\n

When the Communist Party of China was founded in 1921, China was weak, divided and humiliated. Foreign interference, internal turmoil, poverty, war, semi-colonial suffering and national insecurity had plunged Chinese society into deep crisis. That a small political organization born in such difficult circumstances has today emerged as the world\u2019s largest and most influential governing party is no ordinary political event. It is an extraordinary example of how organization, ideology, people-centered relations, long-term planning, discipline and unwavering commitment to national goals can make the rejuvenation of a civilization possible.<\/p>\n

The central message of President Xi\u2019s address was clear. Time does not stop, history does not stop, and national rejuvenation does not wait. Therefore, the Communist Party of China must fulfill its historic responsibility on the new journey in the new era with even greater resolve. The goal of building China into a fully modern socialist country by the middle of this century is not merely a development program. It is a time-bound national pledge linked to the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation. This pledge connects China\u2019s domestic governance, economic transformation, science and technology, national security, people\u2019s welfare and international role into one coherent strategic direction.<\/p>\n

The greatest strength of the Communist Party of China lies in its balance between historical memory and vision for the future. It does not remember the past merely as a source of glory. It draws ideological energy for the present and political discipline for the future from history. Across China, Party members renewing their oaths, young generations visiting historical memorials and museums, and past struggles being remembered are all expressions of this political culture. This culture makes the Party not merely an administrative structure, but a living organization carrying a historic mission.<\/p>\n

At the ceremony held at the Great Hall of the People, President Xi said that the 105-year journey had fundamentally transformed the future of the Chinese people, opened the correct path toward the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation and demonstrated the strong vitality of Marxism. This assessment captures the essence of the Chinese experience. China has not treated Marxism as a theory confined to books. It has applied it in practice by integrating it with its own geography, history, culture, population, level of development and national aspirations. For this reason, socialism with Chinese characteristics is not merely a political slogan. It has become a governance and development model tested in practice.<\/p>\n

For a long time, Western political theory interpreted modernization as synonymous with Westernization. China\u2019s rise, however, has seriously challenged this assumption. China has shown that modernity is not the private possession of any single civilization. Modernity is a comprehensive process involving roads, railways, industry, digital technology, science, education, healthcare, poverty alleviation, good governance, social stability and the improvement of citizens\u2019 lives. Every nation can build its own form of modernity according to its own history, culture, political structure and social needs. This is why China\u2019s experience has become especially inspiring for the developing world.<\/p>\n

Another profound foundation of the CPC\u2019s success is people-centered governance. China has not reduced development to a game of statistics. It has connected development with poverty alleviation, rural revitalization, infrastructure access, education expansion, healthcare improvement, employment, social stability and national dignity. The true historical value of any political party is measured by the changes it brings to the lives of the people. Viewed from this perspective, the Communist Party of China has lifted China from poverty, instability and humiliation and brought it to the forefront of the world economy, technology, infrastructure development and global governance.<\/p>\n

President Xi\u2019s call for Party members to remain firm in their convictions and work tirelessly to fulfill the missions of the new era is closely linked to the continuing importance of Party building. After achieving great success, any political organization faces the risk of falling into complacency. But the Communist Party of China has continuously prioritized self-reform, discipline, the anti-corruption campaign, close ties with the people and the strengthening of organizational capacity. This is why it has presented itself not only as a ruling party, but also as a party that constantly renews itself.<\/p>\n

The presentation of the July 1 Medal at the ceremony was also symbolically significant. The Party\u2019s highest honor is not merely an individual award. It is an institutional practice within Chinese political culture that honors sacrifice, service, discipline, patriotism and loyalty to the people. It reminds Party members that the power to make history is not confined to the top leadership. A national epic is written through the labor, dedication and loyalty of countless members working in villages, factories, laboratories, border areas, schools, hospitals, military fields and communities.<\/p>\n

Another important aspect of President Xi\u2019s address was the emphasis on maintaining the Party\u2019s absolute leadership over the People\u2019s Liberation Army. From China\u2019s perspective, the military is not merely a security institution. It is a fundamental force for national sovereignty, territorial integrity, the security of development and historical rejuvenation. The call to achieve the centenary goals of the People\u2019s Liberation Army in 2027 and to build it into a world-class force is directly connected with China\u2019s security vision. In an era of unstable world order, external pressure, regional challenges and new technology-driven security structures, it is a natural strategic necessity for China to modernize its defense capabilities.<\/p>\n

President Xi\u2019s statement on the Taiwan question also reflects the continuity of China\u2019s state vision. The Communist Party of China has always regarded the complete reunification of China as a historic mission and an unshakable commitment. China\u2019s position on this issue is related to national sovereignty, territorial integrity and historical continuity. Opposition to external interference and firm resistance to separatist tendencies are integral parts of China\u2019s national security policy. This issue is not only a matter of China\u2019s internal political sensitivity. It is also connected to the long-term stability of East Asia.<\/p>\n

The public participation seen in celebrations across China was also meaningful. The presence of ordinary citizens, elderly members, young people and children at the Museum of the Communist Party of China in Beijing was not a mere formal visit. It was an exercise in building a living relationship with history. The story of 73-year-old Gao Jilie bringing his granddaughter to learn about the Party\u2019s history reveals a deeper aspect of Chinese political culture. One generation does not merely tell stories to another generation. It transmits national memory. This memory gives the nation long-term direction.<\/p>\n

The crowds seen at the Memorial Hall of the First National Congress of the Communist Party of China in Shanghai, despite the rain, indicate that the Party\u2019s historical roots remain deeply embedded in the lives of the people. For members such as Yan Weiyong, who joined the Party in 1976, such a site is a living place of dialogue with history. Their experience shows that the Communist Party of China is not merely a structure of power. It is a political community connected to personal life, national development and historical responsibility.<\/p>\n

The congratulations and support received internationally show that the influence of the Communist Party of China is not limited to China alone. Congratulatory messages from the Communist Party of Vietnam, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko, and political parties, leaders and representatives from various social sectors in different countries reflect China\u2019s growing international recognition. By advancing initiatives related to global development, security, civilization and governance, China has positioned itself in favor of multipolarity, shared development and international justice.<\/p>\n

A commentary published in Zimbabwe\u2019s The Herald linked the CPC\u2019s 105th anniversary not merely with a Chinese celebration, but with the shared confidence of the Global South. This assessment is particularly meaningful. Today, the developing world is searching for alternatives to development models based on Western dominance. China\u2019s experience has shown that when strong organization, long-term planning, national independence, infrastructure development and people-centered policy come together, even a historically disadvantaged society can rise as a respected force on the world stage.<\/p>\n

This is why the story of the Communist Party of China is no longer only China\u2019s story. It has become a story of alternative modernity in world history. It gives confidence to small and developing countries that they can build their own path. Development is not a formula imported from outside. Development is born from a nation\u2019s historical consciousness, political stability, policy continuity, self-reliant capacity and the organized strength of the people.<\/p>\n

China\u2019s stability is also important for global stability today. At a time when economic uncertainty, geopolitical tensions, military bloc politics, energy crises, food insecurity and technological division are increasing across the world, China continues to play a steady role in production, trade, infrastructure, green development and international cooperation. The idea that when China does well, the world does better is not merely an emotional slogan. From the perspective of the world economy, supply chains, development finance, market expansion and South-South cooperation, it is a practical truth.<\/p>\n

For countries such as Nepal, the 105-year journey of the Communist Party of China is especially worthy of study. Nepal and China share a long tradition of Himalayan friendship, civilizational ties, mutual respect and good-neighborliness. China\u2019s experience and cooperation can be important for Nepal\u2019s development, infrastructure, trade, technology, tourism, education and people-to-people relations. Nepal\u2019s commitment to the One-China principle is not merely a diplomatic formality. It is the foundation of trust, stability and long-term cooperation in Nepal-China relations.<\/p>\n

The greatest truth the Communist Party of China has proven over 105 years is that lasting achievements in history are not born from temporary enthusiasm, but from long-term discipline. National rejuvenation requires more than slogans. It requires organization. More than organization, it requires ideas. And more than ideas, it requires the trust of the people. By combining these three foundations, the Communist Party of China has led China into a new era.<\/p>\n

The ceremony offered China a moment of historic self-assessment, but it was not a moment of complacency. President Xi\u2019s address placed future responsibility alongside the celebration of achievement. Full socialist modernization, the centenary goals of the People\u2019s Liberation Army, national reunification, high-quality development, Party building, people\u2019s welfare and contributions to world peace are now the major pillars of China\u2019s journey ahead.<\/p>\n

The 105th founding anniversary of the Communist Party of China has delivered a clear message to the world. China is firm on its path. China is conscious of its history. China is confident in its future. China is willing to connect its development with the world. Most importantly, China views its national rejuvenation in connection with the shared progress of human civilization.<\/p>\n

Therefore, the ceremony held at the Great Hall of the People was not merely a remembrance. It was a commitment. It was not merely a story of victory. It was a declaration of responsibility. It was not merely a celebration of the Communist Party of China. It was a proclamation of the new chapter China is writing in modern world history.<\/p>\n

One hundred and five years after beginning as a small organization, the Communist Party of China has today become a vital force for China\u2019s national rejuvenation, a hope for the world, a strong pillar of a multipolar world and an important power in building a community with a shared future for mankind. This is the historical meaning of this anniversary. This is the foundation of China\u2019s confidence. And this is the Chinese experience that the world must study with seriousness.<\/p>\n

About the Author: Prem Sagar Poudel is a senior journalist and international relations analyst from Nepal. He has conducted in-depth studies on Nepal-China relations, the geopolitics of the Himalayan region, and Asian security issues.<\/em><\/p>\n

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