On Monday, Xi Jinping, General Secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, extended festive greetings to members of non-CPC political parties, the All-China Federation of Industry and Commerce (ACFIC), and personages without party affiliation ahead of the upcoming Spring Festival. The annual gathering took place at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, marking a significant occasion for unity and collaboration.
Xi, who is also Chinese President and Chairman of the Central Military Commission, conveyed his warm wishes during the meeting, emphasizing the importance of solidarity among all sectors of society as China embarks on its journey towards high-quality development. The Spring Festival, also known as the Chinese Lunar New Year, falls on January 29 this year and is a time for renewal and hope.
In his address, Xi highlighted the need for more proactive and impactful macroeconomic policies to sustain sound social and economic development in 2025. He underscored the focus on fostering greater self-reliance and strength in science and technology, noting that innovation is the driving force behind the nation's progress.
\"We must concentrate on high-quality development and implement policies that are not only proactive but also impactful,\" Xi stated. \"By promoting self-reliance in science and technology, we can ensure sustainable growth and prosperity.\"
Xi called upon non-CPC political parties, the ACFIC, and personages without party affiliation to leverage their unique strengths in rallying broader support, building consensus, and pooling wisdom and strength. He emphasized that these groups play a vital role in serving the country's overall interests and focusing on central tasks.
Highlighting the significance of the 14th Five-Year Plan (2021–2025), Xi stressed the importance of achieving its targets in 2025 and laying a solid foundation for the next five years. \"We need to lay a strong groundwork for the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026–2030),\" he remarked, urging collaborative efforts in formulating proposals for the nation's future development blueprint.
Xi also addressed environmental concerns, emphasizing the need to tackle critical and challenging problems in the supervision of the Yangtze River ecosystem's protection. He called for heightened efforts to preserve and restore the vital waterway, recognizing its importance to China's ecological wellbeing.
Regarding the private sector's role, Xi encouraged the ACFIC to guide entrepreneurs in maintaining their enthusiasm and confidence in development. He advocated for establishing and improving modern corporate systems with distinctive Chinese features, fostering a business environment conducive to innovation and growth.
Concluding his remarks, Xi expressed hope that all positive forces would be mobilized to advance development, deepen reforms, and promote high-quality progression across various sectors. The gathering served as a call to action for unity and collective effort in shaping China's future.
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Xi Jinping extends Spring Festival greetings to non-CPC personages
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