World power: China

China is a communist country governed by one political party that allows only limited democratic activity.

While the Communist Party controls everyday life in China, there are territories where its powers and decision-making is challenged.

China is a country that has undergone substantial economic and social change that has created great wealth in urban areas but also lingering rural poverty

China has introduced many reforms to deal with a rapidly developing economy, environmental issues, and changing welfare requirements.

With the world's largest army, and a rapidly expanding economy, China has ambitions to become a global superpower.