Is China's Judicial System Adequately Protecting Its Citizens?

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The forum discussion centers on the inadequacies of China's judicial system, particularly in relation to migrant workers and the lack of legal representation. Participants highlight the stark contrast between the Chinese legal framework, which lacks jury trials and often imposes harsh sentences, and Western judicial systems. The PBS documentary "Wide Angle" serves as a focal point, illustrating issues such as the high execution rate in China, which is reported to exceed 8,000 annually. The conversation also touches on the influence of public pressure on improving labor conditions in China, as evidenced by past changes in companies like Nike.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of the Chinese legal system and its historical context since the late 1970s.
  • Familiarity with the concept of migrant labor rights and related legislation.
  • Knowledge of the PBS documentary series "Wide Angle" and its focus on social issues.
  • Awareness of human rights organizations like Amnesty International and their role in reporting on global executions.
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  • Research the impact of the new labor law in China on migrant workers' rights and collective bargaining.
  • Examine the role of international corporations in influencing labor conditions in China.
  • Investigate statistical reporting on global execution rates and the methodologies used by organizations like Amnesty International.
  • Explore comparative studies of judicial systems between China and Western countries, focusing on sentencing practices.
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This discussion is beneficial for human rights activists, legal scholars, sociologists, and anyone interested in the complexities of China's judicial system and labor rights issues.

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my company has an office in China. There are a lot of challenges to doing business there, not the least of which is the steps the government takes to block internet traffic.
 
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The underlying question is this: Should we hold China to the same western standards that we follow? If we do, then yes, the Chinese government is barbaric towards its people. After all, it is against western-standards to execute tax-cheats and I believe the list of crimes that will get you executed is a long one. In reality, China is one "congested" nation full of people, which results (in governments eyes) a loss of value in human life. Right or wrong, this is how they deal with their issue of overpopulation. I don't think we can (or should) judge China by what we think is right or wrong; just like we shouldn't judge the middle east by our standards. China has a system in place to deal with its people and it works. Also, remember the reason you can get a $5 pair of jeans from Walmart is because of the value system in China!

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