The Doctrine of the Middle Kingdom's Rebirth: Xi Jinping and the Superpower

The article analyzes the political metaphysics of Xi Jinping's power, labeling him an 'institutional emperor' striving to restore China's civilizational continuity. Based on the third volume of 'The Governance of China,' the author illustrates the state's transition into a 'new era,' where socialism with Chinese characteristics evolves from a model of quantitative growth toward high-quality development. A key element of the strategy is the redefinition of the primary social contradiction: moving from the fight against poverty to satisfying citizens' growing expectations regarding quality of life and security. The text emphasizes that the Chinese doctrine is not merely a political program, but a comprehensive project of civilizational mobilization aiming to make China a global center for technology and norms, while simultaneously subordinating all spheres of existence to Party control.