A Kenyan expert has said that the Communist Party of China (CPC) is the soul of the Chinese nation and highlighted its role in serving the interests of its people.

　　Stephen Ndegwa, an international relations lecturer at the United States International University-Africa (USIU-Africa), made the remarks on the occasion of the CPC marking its 102nd founding anniversary on Saturday.

　　Speaking of China's democracy, Ndegwa pointed out that Chinese officials are carefully selected based on their demonstrated commitment to the people.