President Xi Jinping Leads CPC Leadership Meeting to Shape China's Future
In a significant move to steer China's development, President Xi Jinping, General Secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, chaired a crucial meeting of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee on Monday. The gathering focused on reviewing key reports and setting the tone for the country's progress in the coming years.
The meeting commenced with a comprehensive review of a report from the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau. Attendees discussed work reports from the leading Party members' groups of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress (NPC), the State Council, the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC), the Supreme People's Court (SPC), and the Supreme People's Procuratorate (SPP). The Secretariat of the CPC Central Committee also presented its work report.
A highlight of the meeting was the examination of opinions on comprehensively promoting ecological protection and high-quality development in the Yellow River Basin. Recognizing the Yellow River as a vital ecological asset, the leadership underscored the importance of sustainable practices and environmental stewardship in the region.
The Political Bureau fully acknowledged the efforts of the leading Party members' groups over the past year and approved their work plans for 2025. Emphasis was placed on the necessity for these groups to prioritize effective action, collaborate on reforms, and contribute to high-quality development and the advancement of Chinese modernization.
The Secretariat was urged to enhance its political capabilities, uphold strict self-governance, and diligently accomplish all tasks entrusted by the CPC Central Committee.
Addressing ecological concerns, the meeting called for robust implementation of the Yellow River Protection Law. Strategies were outlined to enhance water source conservation in the upper reaches, strengthen soil and water conservation in the middle reaches, and advance wetland protection and ecological governance in the lower reaches.
Ensuring the safety of key dams, reservoirs, and infrastructure was highlighted as a critical priority. The leadership advocated for synergy between the Yellow River's high-quality development and national strategies like the large-scale development of the western region and the rise of the central region. Additionally, they emphasized protecting cultural heritage holistically and promoting the integration of culture and tourism to drive regional growth.
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President Xi chairs CPC leadership meeting to review reports, opinions
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