Gulijiayina is a DPhil candidate in International Development at the University of Oxford, with academic interests focused on Chinese bureaucracy, technocracy theory, and their influence on China’s role in global governance. Before beginning her doctoral studies, she earned a bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management from Renmin University of China and a master's degree in Politics from Fudan University. Her interdisciplinary background provides a unique perspective for exploring China's political and developmental dynamics on the global stage. Outside of academia, she enjoys playing badminton, cycling and exploring photography.
Gulijiayina’s research develops a comprehensive theoretical framework to examine technocracy in Chinese politics, challenging the view that its recent revival is merely a return to past practices. Her work employs comparative case studies and data analysis to uncover the evolving nature of technocratic governance in China, emphasizing how it reflects a reshaping rather than a restoration of traditional technocracy. By analysing the unique characteristics of Chinese technocracy ‒ such as its integration with party-state structures, prioritization of developmental goals, and adaptation to global governance dynamics ‒ her research contrasts these features with Western technocratic theories rooted in liberal democratic contexts. This comparative approach not only highlights the distinctiveness of China’s technocracy but also interrogates its implications for domestic policy-making and international political engagement. Through this nuanced exploration, Gulijiayina aims to contribute to a deeper understanding of how technocracy operates within China’s political framework and its broader influence on global governance systems.
