Kevin Rudd identifies Xi Jinping's turn towards Marxism in China

Kevin Rudd, the former Prime Minister of Australia and current ambassador to the U.S., has published a comprehensive analysis of Xi Jinping's governing philosophy. Through extensive research initiated during his doctoral studies at Oxford, Rudd aims to shed light on Xi's ideology, which has become increasingly significant in understanding contemporary China. He argues that Xi's regime is marked by a shift toward Marxist principles, reinstating Leninist control, and promoting a right-wing nationalist foreign policy. The West often misunderstands Chinese policies, framing them in simplistic terms without considering the ideological context that informs them. Rudd emphasizes the need for deeper engagement with Xi's writings to gain insight into China's strategic direction and avoid relying solely on tactics that may rapidly change.