They researched the theory of Marxism and its development in the contemporary era and its history with a focus on Marx, Engels, Lenin and Stalin.
It was still one of the most prominent organs that is authorized to translate the writings of Marx, Engels, Lenin, and Stalin.
The main task of theoretical research was to follow the lead of the Central Committee's Project to Study and Develop Marxist Theory.
The CCTB participated in over 200 investigations and research projects, they also published over 400 monographs, compilations, translations, and academic papers.
[4] The Central Compilation and Translation Bureau has advocated for new and innovative ideas for political and economic reforms.
[7] The CCTB played an instrumental role in opening up Chinese academia to many foreign ideas and trends.