At a recent national meeting, Chinese prosecutors were reminded that ideas such as constitutionalism, separation of powers, and judicial independence are considered Western concepts that do not apply to China’s legal system. The gathering emphasized the role of prosecutors in upholding the principles set by the Chinese Communist Party.
Officials were encouraged to align their work closely with the directives of the Party and President Xi Jinping, reinforcing the integration of the legal system within the Party’s framework rather than adopting independent judicial practices.
**Why this matters**
This stance highlights China’s continued rejection of Western legal norms and underscores the Party’s control over the judiciary. It signals the prioritization of political loyalty over judicial independence, affecting how law enforcement and prosecution are conducted in China.
Source: NewsData