# National Rejuvenation
Latest news and articles about National Rejuvenation
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The Long March as Modern Mantra: Beijing’s Persistent Pursuit of Revolutionary Legitimacy
State media coverage of the Long March Memorial in Jiangxi highlights the CCP's ongoing efforts to leverage revolutionary history as a tool for modern ideological unity. The narrative frames historical struggles as a template for overcoming contemporary geopolitical and economic challenges.
Beijing’s Ego-Diplomacy: Tailoring the 'Greatness' Narrative to a Volatile Washington
China's Foreign Ministry has responded favorably to social media commentary from Donald Trump, framing his 'Make America Great Again' goals as compatible with China's own national rejuvenation. This diplomatic shift indicates a preference for transactional, leader-led relations intended to stabilize the volatile US-China corridor.
A Centenarian’s Gaze: Bridging China’s Revolutionary Past and Blue-Water Future
To celebrate the 77th anniversary of the PLA Navy, 99-year-old veteran Sui Baoliang was honored with a tour of a modern warship in Qingdao, symbolizing the bridge between China's revolutionary history and its modern maritime ambitions. The event was part of a larger nationwide public engagement campaign designed to showcase China's naval modernization and bolster nationalistic pride.
Blood of the Ancestors: How Beijing Reclaims Martyrdom for a Modern Era
China is leveraging the Qingming Festival and upcoming historical anniversaries to reinforce nationalistic sentiment and ideological unity. Through the veneration of both revolutionary martyrs and modern heroes, the state aims to cultivate a 'spirit of sacrifice' necessary for achieving national rejuvenation.