Chinese President Xi Jinping has outlined strategic priorities for the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-2030) during a high-level gathering in Beijing, urging concerted efforts to ensure a strong foundation for China's next phase of development. The address came at a New Year reception hosted by the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference on December 31, 2025.
As general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, Xi emphasized the need to 'build new competitive advantages through technological self-reliance and high-standard reform,' particularly in advanced manufacturing and green energy sectors. The 15th Five-Year Plan period, set to begin in 2026, will focus on accelerating the creation of a modernized industrial system while maintaining stable economic growth.
Analysts note the timing signals China's commitment to structural reforms amid global economic uncertainties. Key initiatives expected in the plan include:
Expansion of AI and quantum computing infrastructure
Accelerated transition to renewable energy systems
Enhanced integration of regional economic hubs
The president also reaffirmed commitments to cross-strait relations, stating: 'Our compatriots in the Taiwan region will continue to benefit from the mainland's development dividends through deepened economic cooperation.' This follows recent measures to streamline business registration for overseas investors from the Taiwan region.
With China's economy projected to enter a critical phase of quality-focused development, international observers are closely monitoring how the 15th Five-Year Plan will balance innovation-driven growth with social stability objectives.
