On the Governance of China

By Mark Lam

The Chinese model demonstrates the advantage of concentrating national strength to accomplish great undertakings, while also facing external criticism. At the same time, its experience has profoundly influenced the world, especially developing countries. Under President Xi Jinping’s leadership, China’s governance philosophy is not merely a domestic exploration but is gradually becoming an important reference for the progress of human civilization. The greatest strength of the Chinese model lies in its efficiency in mobilization and long-term planning. This system of concentrating resources enables China to achieve remarkable results in infrastructure, technological innovation, and poverty alleviation. For instance, lifting 800 million people out of poverty is regarded as a historic achievement, reflecting a people-centered approach to governance. The Five-Year Plan system ensures policy continuity and predictability, avoiding the short-termism often seen in Western electoral politics. This model has allowed China to complete, within decades, a modernization process that took Western countries centuries—becoming a paradigm for developing nations seeking independent paths to modernization.

However, the Chinese model has also drawn criticism. Political freedom and transparency are the issues most frequently questioned by Western commentators, who express concerns about sustainability and human rights protection. Some scholars argue that China’s modernization lacks universality, even denying its uniqueness, claiming it is merely another form of Western-style modernization. Others point out that China’s growing influence in international affairs may lead to geopolitical tensions, such as those surrounding the South China Sea or relations with neighboring countries. These criticisms reflect the complex attitudes toward China’s model: acknowledging its achievements while worrying about its institutional characteristics. Yet China’s success has already had a profound global impact. The Belt and Road Initiative has become a major platform for cooperation among countries of the Global South, promoting infrastructure, trade, and cultural exchange.

Many developing nations have begun to draw lessons from China’s governance model, exploring paths suited to their own national conditions. According to recent surveys, in 25 countries China’s image is viewed more favorably than that of the United States—particularly in Latin America, Africa, and Southeast Asia. This shows that China’s experience is reshaping the global landscape, offering an alternative possibility: modernization without copying the Western model. Under President Xi Jinping’s leadership, the Chinese model is moving toward mutual learning among civilizations and global sharing. China not only pursues its own development but also advocates the concept of a Community of Shared Future for Mankind, emphasizing cooperation and mutual benefit. In the future, if China continues to advance in green, low-carbon development, technological innovation, and global governance, it will make even greater contributions to human civilization. China’s experience is no longer merely “China’s story” but part of world civilization.

Under President Xi’s leadership, China stresses the idea of a Community of Shared Future for Mankind, viewing its own experience as part of global civilizational exchange. China does not seek to export its system but rather to offer a development model for reference. In the era of artificial intelligence, green energy, and the digital economy, China’s experience will hold even greater global value. It represents not only economic success but also cultural confidence and shared progress. Western scholars are not blind; the criticisms from Western media appear fragile in the face of facts. They cannot ignore China’s achievements, its grand construction projects, and the contributions of “Made in China” to the world. This has prompted many Western scholars to speak up for China, helping the world to understand the real China—so that human civilizations may learn from one another, cooperate, and build a sustainable world together.

談治國理政

 

文/ 林倫理

中國模式既展現了集中力量辦大事的優勢，也面臨外界批評，但同時它的經驗已深刻影響世界，尤其是發展中國家。習近平的領導使中國的治理理念不僅是本土探索，更逐漸成為人類文明進步的重要參考。中國模式的最大優勢在於高效動員與長期規劃。集中力量辦大事的制度，使中國能在基建、科技創新、脫貧攻堅等領域取得顯著成就。比如8億人口成功脫貧被視為人類歷史上的壯舉，展現了以人民為中心的治理理念。五年規劃制度也確保了政策的連續性與可預測性，避免了西方選舉政治的短期化。這種模式讓中國在短短數十年完成了西方數百年的現代化進程，成為發展中國家獨立自主探索現代化的典範。

然而，中國模式也引來不少批評。政治自由度與透明度是西方輿論最常質疑的問題，擔憂制度的可持續性與人權保障。部分學者認為，中國的現代化模式缺乏普適性，甚至否認其獨特性，認為它只是西方式現代化的另一種表現。還有觀點指出，中國在國際事務中的影響力可能帶來地緣政治緊張，例如南海問題或對鄰國的影響。這些批評反映了外界對中國模式的複雜態度：既承認其成就，又擔心其制度特徵。中國的成功經驗已經對世界產生深遠影響。「一帶一路」倡議成為全球南方國家重要的合作平台，推動基建、貿易與文化交流。

許多發展中國家開始借鑑中國的治理模式，探索符合自身國情的道路。根據最新調查，在25個國家中，中國的形象比美國更受肯定，尤其在拉美、非洲和東南亞。這顯示中國的經驗正在改變全球格局，提供了另一種可能性，不必照搬西方模式，也能走向現代化。在習近平主席的領導下，中國模式正逐步走向文明互鑑與全球共享。中國不僅追求自身發展，更提出人類命運共同體理念，強調合作共贏。未來，中國若能在綠色低碳、科技創新、全球治理等領域持續發力，將為人類文明進步作出更大貢獻。中國的經驗不再只是「中國的故事」，而是世界文明的一部分。

在習近平主席的領導下，中國強調人類命運共同體的理念，將自身經驗視為全球文明互鑑的一部分。中國不追求輸出制度，而是希望提供可參考的發展範例。未來，隨著人工智慧、綠色能源與數字經濟的興起，中國的經驗將更具全球價值。它不僅是經濟的成功，更是一種文明的自信與共享。西方學者也不是傻瓜，西方媒體對中國的批評，在事實面前顯得非常脆弱。他們不能膜視中國的成就和宏大的建設成果及中國製造對世界的貢獻。這就促使不少西方學者站出來為中國說話，讓世界認識真實的中國，使人類文明互鑒，共同合作，建設可持續發展的世界。

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25 Trillion Global Trade Tells What is Behind “Made in China”

By Mark Lam

China’s foreign trade surpassed 25 trillion yuan in the first half of the year. This is not only a new numerical high, but also a reflection of how “Made in China” precisely adapts to global market demands. The penetration of AI technology has profoundly transformed China’s export structure: from traditional clothing and footwear to new energy vehicles, smart home appliances, and semiconductor equipment, the product lines have become increasingly diverse. AI-driven intelligent manufacturing and supply chain management enable China to respond quickly to changes in global markets, delivering products that meet different national standards. This capability makes China not just a “supplier” in international trade, but a “solution provider,” driving global economic connectivity. China is a service-oriented nation: the needs of other countries form the very foundation of Chinese manufacturing.

The reason Chinese products are welcomed worldwide lies in their technological innovation and cost-performance advantages. For example, sales of new energy vehicles in Europe continue to climb because they meet low-carbon environmental policy requirements while offering high performance at more reasonable prices. Similarly, smart home appliances are highly popular in North America and Southeast Asia because they integrate AI technology to provide more convenient living experiences. Even in traditional sectors such as clothing, furniture, and toys, China remains at the core of the global supply chain. The widespread availability of these products allows people around the world to enjoy higher-quality lives at lower costs, embodying the mission of Chinese manufacturing to “serve the world.” The mindset of aligning with global needs is one of the reasons Chinese manufacturing is so well received.

For Chinese manufacturing to continue developing, it must move toward green, low-carbon practices and technological innovation. As global carbon neutrality goals advance, China’s manufacturing industry needs to accelerate energy structure optimization, improve renewable resource utilization, and develop low-power chips, hydrogen energy, and energy storage technologies. At the same time, globalized supply chain collaboration is crucial. Chinese enterprises are establishing cross-border logistics and localized production bases to enhance supply chain resilience. These efforts not only maintain export competitiveness but also allow Chinese manufacturing to play the role of a “stabilizer” in global industrial chains, promoting sustainable world economic development. Chinese manufacturing is also world manufacturing: its capabilities benefit developing countries, and its experience and expertise are shared globally.

Take the example of Chinese air conditioners selling strongly in Europe. In the summer of 2026, Europe faced extreme heat, and local production capacity could only meet about one-third of demand. China, with its complete industrial chain and rapid logistics, quickly filled the gap. More importantly, Chinese air conditioners met the EU’s strict energy efficiency and environmental standards, while offering portable, self-installation designs that solved installation challenges in Europe’s older buildings. This user-centered innovation epitomizes how Chinese manufacturing serves people worldwide. It provides not only products but also solutions, making Chinese manufacturing a key driver of improved global living standards. China never builds behind closed doors; instead, it establishes research institutes in Europe to understand local needs and solve problems in real time, achieving efficient empowerment and problem-solving goals.

從25萬億外貿看中國製造對世界的意義

文/ 林倫理

中國上半年外貿突破 25萬億元，這不僅是數字上的新高，更是「中國製造」在全球市場精準適配需求的體現。AI技術的滲透，讓中國的出口結構發生了深刻變化：從傳統的服裝、鞋類，到新能源汽車、智能家電、半導體設備，產品線日益多元化。AI驅動的智能製造與供應鏈管理，使中國能快速響應全球市場的變化，提供符合不同國家標準的產品。這種能力，讓中國在國際貿易中不僅是「供應者」，更是「解決方案的提供者」，推動了世界經濟的互聯互通。中國是一個服務性國家，各國的需求，就是中國製造的根。

中國產品之所以受到世界歡迎，原因在於其 技術創新與性價比優勢。例如，新能源汽車 在歐洲市場的銷量持續攀升，因為它們既符合低碳環保的政策要求，又能以更合理的價格提供高性能選擇。同樣，智能家電 在北美和東南亞市場大受青睞，因為它們結合了 AI 技術，能夠提供更便利的生活體驗。甚至在傳統領域，如服裝、家具和玩具，中國依然保持全球供應鏈的核心地位。這些產品的普及，讓世界人民能以更低成本享受更高品質的生活，體現了中國製造「服務世界」的意義。世界人民的需求，是我們努力的方向，也是中國製造的使命。這種思維模式成為中國製造受歡迎的原因之一。

要讓中國製造持續發展，必須走向 綠色低碳與技術創新。隨著全球碳中和目標的推進，中國製造業需要加快能源結構優化，提升再生資源利用率，並研發低功耗芯片、氫能與儲能技術。同時，供應鏈的全球化協同也至關重要，中國企業正在建立跨境物流與本地化生產基地，以提升供應鏈韌性。這些努力不僅能保持出口的競爭力，更能讓中國製造在全球產業鏈中扮演「穩定器」的角色，推動世界經濟的可持續發展。中國製造也是世界製造，讓中國製造能力也讓世界發展中國受益，讓中國經驗，中國能力與世界共享。

以中國空調在歐洲的熱銷為例，便能看出中國製造的靈活性與適配力。2026年夏季歐洲遭遇極端高溫，本土產能僅能提供約三分之一的需求，而中國憑藉完整的產業鏈與快速物流，迅速填補了缺口。更重要的是，中國空調產品符合歐盟嚴格的能效與環保標準，並推出免打孔、自安裝的便攜式設計，解決了歐洲老舊建築的安裝難題。這種「以用戶需求為中心」的創新，正是中國製造能夠服務世界人民的縮影。它不僅提供產品，更提供解決方案，讓中國製造成為全球生活品質提升的重要推動力。中國從不閉門造車，而是在歐洲建立研究所，了解當地需求，及時解決問題，達到高效賦能，解決問題。

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IPO and the “Mars Dream”

 

By Mark Lam

In June 2026, Elon Musk’s SpaceX successfully went public, raising $75 billion and reaching a valuation of over $2 trillion. The core narrative behind this capital spectacle was humanity’s ambition to become a multi‑planet species—the dream of colonizing Mars captured investors’ imaginations. Buyers weren’t just purchasing shares; they were investing in possibility. This story‑driven model isn’t new in tech: Amazon once sold the dream of e‑commerce, Tesla the revolution of electric vehicles, and SpaceX now sells the vision of Mars. Yet true survival on Mars remains far from reality—pouring all funds into that dream would be like drawing water with a bamboo basket. Only by channeling most of the $75 billion into profitable ventures can sustainability be achieved.

Investors who focus solely on Mars risk overlooking SpaceX’s real, Earth‑based revenue streams. The company’s profits currently come from satellite launches, Starlink communications, and rocket contracts with NASA and commercial clients. Starlink already generates billions in steady annual income, and the commercial launch market is expanding rapidly. These are tangible businesses producing real cash flow. In other words, investing in SpaceX’s IPO isn’t just betting on Mars—it’s betting on a space company that earns money on Earth. Musk’s genius lies in his ability to tell a compelling story while channeling capital into ventures that actually make money, rather than throwing it all into the void of Mars.

Musk skillfully uses the “Mars dream” as a massive narrative engine to attract funding and talent, then invests those resources in projects that yield immediate returns. Rocket development, satellite networks, and deep‑space technologies may be packaged as steps toward Mars, but in the short term they serve Earth. This model satisfies investors’ hunger for the future while generating real‑world revenue. In essence, it’s using the dream of Mars to power business on Earth. Of course, all this rests on the success of his other ventures—he paints grand visions connected to his industries, inspiring fans to back him financially so he can turn dreams into profit.

Therefore, investors evaluating SpaceX’s IPO shouldn’t be dazzled by the romantic idea of “Adam and Eve on Mars.” They should examine whether the company’s Earth‑based business model can sustain profitability. Mars colonization may take ten, twenty, or even more years to realize, but Starlink, satellite launches, and NASA contracts already generate solid income. The essence of an IPO is transforming dreams into capital and then using that capital to build profitable reality. Entrepreneurs must dream boldly yet walk steadily—step by step, turning vision into value. Young founders should remember: having a dream is vital, but knowing how to make it pay is what keeps the dream alive.

IPO 與「火星夢」的故事

 

文/ 林倫理

馬斯克的 SpaceX 在 2026 年 6 月成功 IPO，募資高達 750 億美元，公司估值突破 2 兆美元。這場資本盛宴的核心敘事，是「人類要成為多行星物種」，火星殖民的夢想成了最吸引眼球的故事。投資人買的不只是股票，而是未來的可能性。這種敘事驅動的模式在科技界並不罕見，亞馬遜早期靠電子商務的未來吸引資金，特斯拉靠電動車革命推高估值，而 SpaceX 則靠「火星殖民」激發人類的想像力。真要去到火星生存，實在離現實太遠，如把資金全投到這上面去，那是竹籃打水一場空。可把這750億絕大部份用到能賺錢的項目，才會有可持續性。

投資者若只盯著火星，容易忽略 SpaceX 在地球上的真實收入來源。公司目前的主要盈利來自 衛星發射、Starlink 通訊、以及與 NASA、商業客戶簽訂的火箭發射合同。Starlink 每年已能帶來數十億美元的穩定收入，商業發射市場也在快速增長。這些業務是真實存在的，並且能持續產生現金流。換句話說，投資 SpaceX 的 IPO，不只是押注火星，而是押注一個正在地球上賺錢的太空公司。馬斯克的聰明之處是能講故事，又能把錢用在地球上能賺錢的項目上，而不是傻傻的把錢砸到虛無飃渺的火星去，而是把融到的資本用於賺地球上能賺錢的項目 。

馬斯克善於他把「火星夢」當作一個巨大的敘事引擎，吸引資金與人才，然後把這些資源投入到能立即產生回報的地球項目。火箭研發、衛星網絡、深空技術，雖然都能被包裝成為火星鋪路，但短期內其實是為地球提供服務。這種模式既能滿足投資人對未來的渴望，又能在現實中創造收入。從某種角度看，這就是用火星的夢想，推動地球的生意。當然這一切都是在他其它項目成功的基礎上，講一些與他目前行業有關的遠景，促使他的粉絲願意把錢拿出來，為他背書，讓他可以實現夢想，為投資者創造效益。

因此，投資者在看 SpaceX IPO 時，不能只盯著「亞當夏娃去火星」的浪漫故事，而要看公司在地球上的商業模式是否能持續賺錢。火星殖民可能還要十年甚至二十年或更長時間才能實現，但 Starlink、衛星發射與 NASA 合同已經在產生真金白銀的收入。IPO 的本質，是把「夢想」轉化為「資金」，再用資金去做能賺錢的事。投資者若能看清這一點，就不會被「火星殖民」的故事迷惑，而能理解 SpaceX 真正的價值所在。創業者必須有夢想，但也必須腳踏實地，一步一個腳印走出自己的路。年青的創業者要有夢想，更要想自己的事要怎樣才能產生效益，否則夢想未實現，也就壯志未酬身先死了。

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The 76-Year Miracle of Consumption

 

By Mark Lam

At the founding of New China in 1950, the total retail sales of consumer goods nationwide amounted to only about 250 million yuan—a tiny market amid material scarcity. By 2026, that figure has soared to around 60 trillion yuan, an increase of more than 200,000 times. This is not merely a numerical leap but a transformation of lifestyle—from the pursuit of basic needs to quality living, cultural consumption, and global shopping. China’s consumption power has now become the world’s second-largest market, contributing over 20% to global economic growth. The pace of change in China is so rapid that many can hardly digest it, while those who cannot bear to see others prosper react with hostility, spreading distortions and attempting to undermine China—a lamentable sight indeed.

Compared with Western developed nations over the same period, from 1950 to 2026, the growth of household consumption in the United States, Germany, and France ranged from about 20 to 400 times, Japan about 1,200 times, while China’s soared tens of thousands of times. This “compressed growth” means China completed in mere decades what took the West a century—evolving from survival consumption to service-oriented and digital consumption. Western growth was driven mainly by technological innovation and stable income, whereas China’s explosive rise came from the combined forces of industrialization, urbanization, education, and the digital economy. China’s economic expansion was achieved under unified leadership, clear national will, and firm determination—guided by successive Five-Year Plans that turned vision into reality.

The inner strength behind this transformation lies in the Chinese people’s diligence, pragmatism, and collective spirit—the deep driving forces of this consumption miracle. Diligence generates productivity, pragmatism fosters efficiency, and the vision of common prosperity ensures that consumption belongs not to a privileged few but to all citizens. From reform and opening up to poverty alleviation, rural revitalization, and digital inclusion, China’s policies have consistently focused on improving people’s quality of life. This people-centered development philosophy makes consumption a symbol of social progress—every purchase, every journey, every investment in education represents the pursuit of a better life. The entire nation has worked tirelessly for change, and overseas Chinese have also contributed, sending the fruits of their labor across borders, helping China become a global trading power and strengthening its economic foundation.

All this has shown the world the power of China. Today, China is not only a manufacturing giant but also a consumption powerhouse. Its market scale, innovation speed, and social inclusiveness are reshaping the global economic landscape. The story of China’s consumption growth is a modern epic written by hardworking people and open policies. This strength deserves understanding and respect—it proves that a society striving for common prosperity can achieve leapfrog development in a short time. Let both Chinese citizens and people around the world see that this miracle is no accident but the result of faith, effort, and institutional synergy—a magnificent chapter in humanity’s pursuit of a better life. This transformation has not only benefited the Chinese people but also allowed the world to share in China’s development dividends, leaving the world in awe.