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China’s Path to Establishing Rule of Law

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Date & Time: May 28, 2024 (Tuesday) 12:00 – 14:05

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Venue: Room 723, 7/F, Cheng Yu Tung Tower, The University of Hong Kong (Live via Zoom)

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Language: Mandarin

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This lecture will review and summarize the pivotal moments and distinctive features of China’s legal development history, while delving into the nation’s arduous journey towards establishing the rule of law since 1949. Professor Li will highlight the accomplishments made by mainland China in its pursuit of the rule of law, starting with the reform and opening up and with special focus on the progress made since 1997. Additionally, he will discuss the prevalent issues and shortcomings, and offer valuable insights into the future prospects of the rule of law in China.

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Jianyong Li is a Professor of Law and Director of the Research Center for Sociology of Law at Shanghai University. Additionally, he holds the position of Vice President within the Research Society for Sociology of Law under the Shanghai Law Society. Prior to this, he served as the Dean of the Sociology Department at East China University of Political Science and Law. Professor Li has also gained international experience as a Senior Researcher at the University of British Columbia’s Law School in Canada and the Institute of East Asian Studies at the National University of Singapore.