Accurately Comprehending the Concept of “Rule of Law in Foreign-Related Affairs” to Promote Coordinated Advancement in the Rule of Law in Chinese Domestic and Foreign-Related Affairs

Abstract

The notion of “rule of law in foreign-related affairs” signifies a critical innovation and evolution in the theory and practice of socialist rule of law with Chinese characteristics. It underscores the pivotal role of rule of law in foreign-related affairs in the law-based governance and presents new topics for the theoretical study for rule of law. A precise comprehension of “rule of law in foreign-related affairs” necessitates tracing its origins and elucidating its correlations with both “rule of law in domestic affairs” as well as with “international rule of law.” Acknowledging both domestic and international prerogatives, while holistically advancing law-based governance, constitutes the foundational rationale behind “rule of law in foreign-related affairs.” In addition, the cognitive transition from a “socialist legal system” to the “socialist rule of law” forms a theoretical foundation for the rule of law in foreign-related affairs. Although national governance and global governance, as well as the rule of law in domestic and foreign-related affairs fall under distinct governance categories and legal systems, they are interconnected, mutually influential, and integrated. As a component of national rule of law, the rule of law in foreign-related affairs acts as a bridge between the two independent legal systems of the rule of law in national affairs and international rule of law. It is imperative to promote a harmonized advancement of the rule of law in domestic and foreign-related affairs, thereby expediting the strategic deployment of the rule of law in foreign contexts. This strategy more effectively safeguards national sovereignty, security, and developmental interests while contributing to build a human community with a shared future.

Keywords

XI Jinping Thought on the Rule of Law / rule of law in domestic affairs / rule of law in foreign-related affairs / rule of law in international affairs

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