Chinese President Xi Jinping joined senior leaders of the Communist Party of China and state representatives in a solemn ceremony at Beijing's Monument to the People's Heroes on Thursday, marking China's annual Martyrs' Day observance.
The event commemorates those who sacrificed their lives during the revolutionary struggles that shaped modern China. The monument, standing at the heart of Tiananmen Square, bears Mao Zedong's inscription "Eternal Glory to the People's Heroes" and serves as a national symbol of revolutionary heritage.
Observers note the ceremony underscores the CPC's commitment to honoring historical continuity while addressing contemporary challenges. The tribute comes amid China's ongoing efforts to promote patriotic education and national rejuvenation, themes frequently emphasized in President Xi's policy addresses.
Martyrs' Day, established in 2014, coincides with the eve of China's National Day celebrations, creating a symbolic bridge between historical remembrance and contemporary national development goals.
