Ethnic Unity Law Codifies ‘Chinese’ Identity
Ethnic Unity Law Codifies ‘Chinese’ Identity
Executive Summary:
- A new ethnic unity law frames assimilation under a narrow definition of Chinese identity as central to achieving the principal goal of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP): national rejuvenation.
- Assimilation is to be effected by eliminating non-Mandarin languages and sinicizing religion, ...
The policy of standardizing Mandarin in schools across various autonomous regions, initially implemented in Tibet, Xinjiang, and Inner Mongolia, is an extension of China's efforts to promote unity within the country. This move is seen as part of a broader push against historical nihilism and advancing ideological ambitions. However, the policy faces resistance from ethnic minority groups who fear it will erode their cultural identities. This situation highlights the delicate balance between nati...
