The Politics of Community Building in Urban China

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Focusing on the recent reforms of neighborhood institutions in urban China, the book explores the state's resurgence in response to social challenges in shequs. It posits that the central government has effectively adapted to these issues by strengthening its role in providing social welfare and enhancing public security. Through a thorough analysis of the strategies and impacts of reorganizing neighborhood committees, the authors illustrate how the state has re-established its presence in urban society since the late 1990s.