Mark Leonard’s book (What does China think?) is an excellent resource for anyone interested in China’s governance model, domestic politics, and the Chinese system as a whole. It provides an insightful background on fascinating aspects of the Chinese system, such as policies, democracy, rule of law, market economy, and foreign policy. Significantly, it explores debates among Chinese intellectuals on a broad range of issues, from foreign policy to grassroots democracy. The book serves as a guide to understanding the trajectory of official government policies, their foundational sources, how they develop, and the internal debates and obstacles faced at various government levels.  Nevertheless, it is a valuable read for students of Chinese studies.