Institute of Party History and Literature

The Institute of Party History and Literature is a leading research group within the Communist Party of China (CPC) responsible for documenting and interpreting the Party's history and promoting its ideology. It plays a significant role in shaping the official narrative of the CPC's past and present. The Institute has recently gained prominence by publishing an article in the People's Daily that invoked the legacy of former leader Jiang Zemin. This publication, part of commemorations for Jiang's birth centenary, served to rally support around the current leadership of President Xi Jinping. This highlights the Institute's ongoing relevance in reinforcing party unity and ideological alignment, particularly during significant historical anniversaries or political junctures. Its work is crucial for understanding how the CPC frames its history and legitimizes its current policies and leadership.