This book offers a comprehensive interpretation of the concept of "Chinese modernization," a key theme introduced at the 20th National Congress of the Communist Party of China. Featuring contributions from 24 leading experts and scholars, the volume presents a forward-looking analysis of China's social and economic trajectory.

Spearheaded by renowned economist Justin Yifu Lin, the book focuses on economic development while delving into a wide range of pressing issues in China, including common prosperity, high-quality development, market system reform, carbon neutrality, peaking carbon dioxide emissions, demographic trends, and modern corporate governance. With rigorous analysis and scientific insight, this work serves as an essential reference for scholars and policymakers seeking to understand the future direction of China’s development.