A high-level delegation from the Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP – People’s Liberation Front) of Sri Lanka recently visited China. The JVP is Sri Lanka’s largest Marxist party and leads the current coalition government.
The delegation was led by Wasantha Samarasinghe, Central Committee Member of the JVP and Minister of Trade, Commerce, Food Security and Cooperative Development of Sri Lanka. On March 31, it met with Liu Haixing, Minister of the International Department of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee (IDCPC).
Liu said, in January last year, President Xi Jinping held a successful meeting with President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, providing strategic guidance for the development of China-Sri Lanka relations. As Marxist governing parties, the CPC and the JVP have played an important role in promoting China-Sri Lanka relations. Liu shared the CPC’s history of struggle, particularly the achievements and experience since the new era, and said that the CPC stands ready to work with the JVP, guided by the important consensus reached by the two heads of state, to implement the memorandum of exchange and cooperation between the CPC and the JVP, deepen exchanges of experience in state governance and administration, jointly explore development paths suited to respective national conditions, tap the potential of the “political party+” cooperation model, and promote the building of a China-Sri Lanka community with a shared future that carries strategic significance.
Samarasinghe said, China has always been a trustworthy partner and sincere friend of Sri Lanka. In recent years, relations between the JVP and the CPC have been steadily deepened. The remarkable development achievements made by the Chinese people under the leadership of the CPC demonstrate the strong vitality of the path of socialism with Chinese characteristics and provide an important reference for Global South countries, including Sri Lanka. The JVP cherishes its friendly relations with the CPC and stands ready to fully implement the memorandum, learn from China’s experience and practices in strengthening party building and promoting national development, and better enhance its governance capacity.
The following article was originally published on the IDCPC website.
Beijing, March 31st — Liu Haixing, Minister of the International Department of the CPC Central Committee (IDCPC), met here today with a delegation of the Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP ) of Sri Lanka led by Wasantha Samarasinghe, Central Committee Member of the JVP and Minister of Trade, Commerce, Food Security and Cooperative Development of Sri Lanka.
Liu said, in January last year, President Xi Jinping held a successful meeting with President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, providing strategic guidance for the development of China-Sri Lanka relations and reaching important consensus on strengthening exchanges of experience in state governance and administration between the ruling parties. As Marxist governing parties, the CPC and the JVP have played an important role in promoting China-Sri Lanka relations. Liu shared the CPC’s history of struggle, particularly the achievements and experience since the new era, and said that the CPC stands ready to work with the JVP, guided by the important consensus reached by the two heads of state, to implement the memorandum of exchange and cooperation between the CPC and the JVP, deepen exchanges of experience in state governance and administration, jointly explore development paths suited to respective national conditions, tap the potential of the “political party+” cooperation model, and promote the building of a China-Sri Lanka community with a shared future that carries strategic significance. Liu also briefed the Sri Lankan side on the CPC’s education campaign to help officials gain a correct understanding of what it means to perform well and act accordingly and the 15th Five-Year Plan.
Samarasinghe said, China has always been a trustworthy partner and sincere friend of Sri Lanka. In recent years, relations between the JVP and the CPC have been steadily deepened. The memorandum of exchange and cooperation between the two Parties, signed last year in the witness of the two heads of state, has opened a new chapter in relations between the two Parties. The remarkable development achievements made by the Chinese people under the leadership of the CPC demonstrate the strong vitality of the path of socialism with Chinese characteristics and provide an important reference for Global South countries, including Sri Lanka. The JVP cherishes its friendly relations with the CPC and stands ready to fully implement the memorandum, learn from China’s experience and practices in strengthening party building and promoting national development, and better enhance its governance capacity.
Jin Xin, Assistant-minister of the IDCPC, was present.
[04/18, 13:33] Politician Kalesi Gondwe: –
*Socialist League of Malawi (LESOMA)*
*Rules of Internal Discipline and Organizational Conduct*
To safeguard ideological unity, organizational cohesion, and accountability to the working class, marginalized groups, and members dependent on social services, LESOMA adopts the following discipline framework. These rules are grounded in the principles of democratic centralism, ideological education, and principled criticism and self-criticism.
*1. Democratic Centralism*
The foundation of party unity and effectiveness.
*1.1 Unity of Action*: After thorough democratic deliberation, all members shall uphold and implement collective decisions, irrespective of personal reservations. Public dissent after a decision is contrary to discipline.
*1.2 Organizational Subordination*: Individual members are subordinate to the branch; the minority is subordinate to the majority; lower organs are subordinate to higher organs; all members and organs are subordinate to the Central Committee and Party Congress.
*1.3 Prohibition of Factionalism*: Formation of organized factions, cliques, or parallel centers within the party is prohibited. All debate occurs through established party channels and concludes with binding decisions.
*2. Ideological Clarity and Political Education*
To build a party of conscious socialists, not transient members.
*2.1 Mandatory Political Study*: All members shall undertake regular study of socialist theory, LESOMA’s programme, and Malawi’s political economy. Completion of basic ideological training is required for full membership.
*2.2 Ideological Evaluation*: Members are expected to demonstrate political consciousness through participation, conduct, and adherence to socialist values. Passive membership is inconsistent with LESOMA’s objectives.
*2.3 Combat Opportunism*: Careerism, political opportunism, and ideological wavering are incompatible with membership. Members must maintain integrity and reject alliances or conduct that compromise socialist principles.
*3. Revolutionary Discipline and Organizational Integrity*
To ensure the party remains an instrument of the people, not personal interest.
*3.1 Strict Accountability*: All members and leaders are accountable to the membership. Leaders are subject to regular review and recall by electing bodies for failure to perform duties or violation of party principles.
*3.2 Organizational Regularity*: Members shall attend meetings, participate in assigned work, and adhere to the chain of command and reporting structures. Unexcused absenteeism constitutes a breach of discipline.
*3.3 Zero Tolerance for Corruption*: Abuse of office, misappropriation of funds, nepotism, and favoritism are expellable offenses. All finances are subject to audit by the party’s elected treasury committee.
*3.4 Financial Discipline*: Members shall pay dues regularly and on time. Financial independence from external manipulation is a core principle; dues ensure collective ownership of the party.
*4. Criticism and Self-Criticism*
The method for resolving contradictions and strengthening the party.
*4.1 Constructive Feedback*: The principle of “unity — criticism — unity” shall guide all internal evaluation. Criticism must be factual, comradely, and aimed at improving work, not personal attacks.
*4.2 Open Internal Evaluation*: Party organs shall provide forums for members to scrutinize leadership decisions and organizational performance. No leader is above principled criticism.
*4.3 Timely Correction of Errors*: Mistakes shall be acknowledged openly and corrected swiftly. Concealing errors or defending them for prestige undermines the party and is a disciplinary matter.
*Enforcement*: Breaches of these rules shall be addressed through the party’s disciplinary committee, with penalties ranging from warning and suspension to expulsion, proportionate to the offense and consistent with due process.
*Purpose*: These rules ensure LESOMA remains a national, ideologically coherent party of committed socialists, not a vehicle for regionalism, opportunism, or career advancement.
[04/18, 13:33] Politician Kalesi Gondwe: *5. Membership and Structural Rules*
To maintain organizational security, ideological depth, and effective grassroots presence.
*5.1 Rigorous Recruitment and Political Induction*
Prospective members shall demonstrate commitment to socialist ideology, not merely practical or electoral interests. All new members must complete a basic political education module covering:
– Principles of democratic socialism and their application in Malawi
– LESOMA’s history, founding manifesto, and the political legacy of Dr. Attati Mpakati
– The party’s program for economic emancipation and social justice
This ensures members are well-informed advocates capable of advancing socialism in their communities and reduces politically inconsistent cross-party movement.
*5.2 Active Participation in Party Structures*
Every member shall belong to and actively participate in a basic party unit — cell or branch. Duties include attending meetings, executing assigned tasks, contributing to political work, and supporting organizational campaigns. Inactive membership is inconsistent with LESOMA’s requirements.
*5.3 Protection of Organizational Information and Security*
Members shall safeguard party information, plans, and internal communications. Vigilance against infiltration by hostile elements is a standing duty of all members. The party mandates regular political security briefings, drawing lessons from historical experience, including the infiltration of LESOMA branches in Zimbabwe that contributed to the assassination of founding President Dr. Attati Mpakati on 23 March 1983. Knowledge of socialist theory and party history is therefore a security measure: an ideologically grounded membership is the strongest defense against subversion.
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*Purpose of these rules*: To ensure LESOMA functions as a disciplined, cohesive political instrument of the working masses, not as a platform for individual advancement. Organizational integrity and ideological clarity are non-negotiable safeguards of the party’s mission.
*Socialist League of Malawi (LESOMA)*
*Rules of Internal Discipline and Organizational Conduct*
To safeguard ideological unity, organizational cohesion, and accountability to the working class, marginalized groups, and members dependent on social services, LESOMA adopts the following discipline framework. These rules are grounded in the principles of democratic centralism, ideological education, and principled criticism and self-criticism.
*1. Democratic Centralism*
The foundation of party unity and effectiveness.
*1.1 Unity of Action*: After thorough democratic deliberation, all members shall uphold and implement collective decisions, irrespective of personal reservations. Public dissent after a decision is contrary to discipline.
*1.2 Organizational Subordination*: Individual members are subordinate to the branch; the minority is subordinate to the majority; lower organs are subordinate to higher organs; all members and organs are subordinate to the Central Committee and Party Congress.
*1.3 Prohibition of Factionalism*: Formation of organized factions, cliques, or parallel centers within the party is prohibited. All debate occurs through established party channels and concludes with binding decisions.
*2. Ideological Clarity and Political Education*
To build a party of conscious socialists, not transient members.
*2.1 Mandatory Political Study*: All members shall undertake regular study of socialist theory, LESOMA’s programme, and Malawi’s political economy. Completion of basic ideological training is required for full membership.
*2.2 Ideological Evaluation*: Members are expected to demonstrate political consciousness through participation, conduct, and adherence to socialist values. Passive membership is inconsistent with LESOMA’s objectives.
*2.3 Combat Opportunism*: Careerism, political opportunism, and ideological wavering are incompatible with membership. Members must maintain integrity and reject alliances or conduct that compromise socialist principles.
*3. Revolutionary Discipline and Organizational Integrity*
To ensure the party remains an instrument of the people, not personal interest.
*3.1 Strict Accountability*: All members and leaders are accountable to the membership. Leaders are subject to regular review and recall by electing bodies for failure to perform duties or violation of party principles.
*3.2 Organizational Regularity*: Members shall attend meetings, participate in assigned work, and adhere to the chain of command and reporting structures. Unexcused absenteeism constitutes a breach of discipline.
*3.3 Zero Tolerance for Corruption*: Abuse of office, misappropriation of funds, nepotism, and favoritism are expellable offenses. All finances are subject to audit by the party’s elected treasury committee.
*3.4 Financial Discipline*: Members shall pay dues regularly and on time. Financial independence from external manipulation is a core principle; dues ensure collective ownership of the party.
*4. Criticism and Self-Criticism*
The method for resolving contradictions and strengthening the party.
*4.1 Constructive Feedback*: The principle of “unity — criticism — unity” shall guide all internal evaluation. Criticism must be factual, comradely, and aimed at improving work, not personal attacks.
*4.2 Open Internal Evaluation*: Party organs shall provide forums for members to scrutinize leadership decisions and organizational performance. No leader is above principled criticism.
*4.3 Timely Correction of Errors*: Mistakes shall be acknowledged openly and corrected swiftly. Concealing errors or defending them for prestige undermines the party and is a disciplinary matter.
*Enforcement*: Breaches of these rules shall be addressed through the party’s disciplinary committee, with penalties ranging from warning and suspension to expulsion, proportionate to the offense and consistent with due process.
*Purpose*: These rules ensure LESOMA remains a national, ideologically coherent party of committed socialists, not a vehicle for regionalism, opportunism, or career advancement.
[04/18, 13:33] Politician Kalesi Gondwe: *5. Membership and Structural Rules*
To maintain organizational security, ideological depth, and effective grassroots presence.
*5.1 Rigorous Recruitment and Political Induction*
Prospective members shall demonstrate commitment to socialist ideology, not merely practical or electoral interests. All new members must complete a basic political education module covering:
– Principles of democratic socialism and their application in Malawi
– LESOMA’s history, founding manifesto, and the political legacy of Dr. Attati Mpakati
– The party’s program for economic emancipation and social justice
This ensures members are well-informed advocates capable of advancing socialism in their communities and reduces politically inconsistent cross-party movement.
*5.2 Active Participation in Party Structures*
Every member shall belong to and actively participate in a basic party unit — cell or branch. Duties include attending meetings, executing assigned tasks, contributing to political work, and supporting organizational campaigns. Inactive membership is inconsistent with LESOMA’s requirements.
*5.3 Protection of Organizational Information and Security*
Members shall safeguard party information, plans, and internal communications. Vigilance against infiltration by hostile elements is a standing duty of all members. The party mandates regular political security briefings, drawing lessons from historical experience, including the infiltration of LESOMA branches in Zimbabwe that contributed to the assassination of founding President Dr. Attati Mpakati on 23 March 1983. Knowledge of socialist theory and party history is therefore a security measure: an ideologically grounded membership is the strongest defense against subversion.
—
*Purpose of these rules*: To ensure LESOMA functions as a disciplined, cohesive political instrument of the working masses, not as a platform for individual advancement. Organizational integrity and ideological clarity are non-negotiable safeguards of the party’s mission.
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