Society Building A China Model of Social Development

In Chinaâ (TM)s future social development, there is likely to be an interest in â oesociety buildingâ with interactions between top-down and bottom-up approaches, along with a deepened level of social reform and the construction of a harmonious or â oesymbioticâ society. This represents one of Chinaâ (TM)s social development models, and is reflected in the Communist Party of China (CPC) and state policy. The term â oesociety buildingâ was proposed by Chinese thinkers nearly one century ago, and has been used by Chinese sociologists to study Chinese society since the 1930s. In the 21st century, â oesociety buildingâ has been approached as an interdisciplinary concept by Chinese social scientists. The main concern of China for its future social development is to enhance its peopleâ (TM)s wellbeing and encourage them to build Chinese society in innovative and creative ways. This volume showcases the latest research of non-Chinese scholars relating to this indigenous concept and to Chinaâ (TM)s social development in the global context. It tackles the following topics: the assessment of the social impact of infrastructure projects; Chinaâ (TM)s reforms and its changing political system; whether or not the Singapore model is suitable for China to follow; soft power through education; and boundaries, cosmopolitanisms and spaces in Chinese and international cities. The book will be of interest to academics, professionals, practitioners, university students and the general public seeking a comprehensive understanding of China.