Chinese planning combines directional commitment with adaptive flexibility. While plans establish direction and long-term orientation, they also accommodate adjustment and adaptation. The direction is maintained while tactics and specifics may change.
This reflects understanding that circumstances change—rigid adherence despite changed conditions produces poor outcomes, but pure reactivity without direction produces drift. Philosophical influences support this balance: strategic traditions emphasize adaptation to conditions, Taoist concepts suggest working with circumstances. Expect Chinese plans to maintain direction while allowing significant tactical flexibility. This isn’t inconsistency but wisdom about balancing commitment with responsiveness.
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