Possible Reform for China?

This article from the BBC focuses on an open letter that was signed by more than 100 people to urge Beijing to ratify an international human rights treaty.  This want for political reform comes just days before the leaders in China gather for their annual parliamentary session.  The treaty in question calls for "basic civil and political rights of individuals, including freedom of religion, freedom of speech and freedom of assembly".  This treaty was signed in 1998 but has not been ratified by Beijing. If reform is not brought about, people have warned that a violent revolution may occur.  It seems that that some people in China are becoming impatient with the government and the political circumstances.  This call for reform brings into question whether or not China is ready for political reform within their society and how long this possible change could take.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-21597752