Public Libraries of China: Basic Principles of Modernization

Abstract

The purpose of this paper is to determine the basic principles of modernization of the People’s Republic of China.
 The methodology. The article uses the method of systematization. Based on the scientific literature, a brief but comprehensive description of the features of modern Chinese libraries is given, in particular, special attention is paid to the measures of library modernization, and thoughtful actions aimed at meeting the needs of each client.
 The results. The activity of public libraries in China is aimed at the formation of traditional regional culture, preservation of book cultural heritage, and promotion of social and economic development and is based on the principles of a client-oriented approach and openness of information space. These basic principles of modernization of public libraries in China are implemented in the active development of forms and methods of meeting the information needs of users of national information resources.
 The scientific novelty. This article joins the new array of scientific research, which focuses on the basic principles of transformation of library activities, which can be considered vectors of the development of public libraries.
 The practical significance. The article will be useful for scientists who are interested in the principles of library modernization (not only Chinese — the principles identified in the study can be applied to the development of all libraries, especially Ukrainian ones), as well as for library managers and ordinary employees who want to make their institution as comfortable as possible for visitors, advanced, attractive in all aspects.