The Fifth Plenary Session of the 20th Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee focused on full and rigorous Party self-governance and the Party's long-term governing capacity while stressing the importance of maintaining close ties with the people. But what does it take for a political party to sustain public support? Gyula Thürmer, president of the Hungarian Workers' Party, identifies three elements: a firm ideological foundation, organizational discipline, and a clear political program that resonates with the people. He also shares his perspective on what other parties can learn from the CPC's experience.