Yu Keping

Yu Keping (于可平, born 1959) is a prominent Chinese political scientist and professor at Peking University's School of Government. He is known for his research and advocacy on democracy, governance, and civil society within the context of China's political system.

Yu Keping’s work focuses on the concept of "incremental democracy" or "gradual democracy," arguing that China can gradually move towards greater democratization through reforms within the existing framework of the Communist Party. He emphasizes the importance of intra-Party democracy and participatory governance at the local level as stepping stones towards broader political participation and accountability.

His research interests also include good governance, civil society development, and political modernization. He has written extensively on the need for institutional reform, transparency, and public participation to address issues of corruption and social inequality in China.

Yu Keping is a highly influential figure in Chinese political thought and his ideas have been widely debated and discussed among scholars and policymakers. He often advocates for pragmatic and gradual reforms, emphasizing stability and order while also pushing for greater openness and responsiveness from the government. His views are often seen as a bridge between orthodox Marxist ideology and liberal democratic ideals.