In a festive gathering ahead of the Spring Festival, Xi Jinping, General Secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, extended his warm greetings to members of non-CPC political parties, the All-China Federation of Industry and Commerce (ACFIC), personages without party affiliation, and other members of the united front. The event took place on Monday at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, symbolizing a harmonious start to the Lunar New Year, which falls on January 29 this year.
Addressing the assembly, Xi, who is also the Chinese President and Chairman of the Central Military Commission, emphasized China's commitment to implementing more proactive and impactful macroeconomic policies. He underscored the nation's focus on high-quality development and the promotion of greater self-reliance and strength in science and technology to sustain robust social and economic growth through 2025.
Xi called upon non-CPC political parties, the ACFIC, and personages without party affiliation to align with central tasks and serve the country's overarching goals. He highlighted their unique strengths in rallying broader support, building consensus, and pooling wisdom and strength, which are vital for national progress.
\"We must achieve the targets set in the 14th Five-Year Plan and lay a solid foundation for the next five years,\" Xi stated, stressing the significance of collective effort in meeting long-term objectives. He expressed hope that non-CPC personages would mobilize all positive forces to advance development, actively contribute to deepening reforms, promote high-quality development, and formulate proposals for the forthcoming 15th Five-Year Plan (2026–2030).
Environmental protection was also a key point in Xi's address. He emphasized the need to tackle critical and challenging issues in the supervision of the Yangtze River ecosystem's protection, reflecting the government's dedication to sustainable development and ecological conservation.
Furthermore, Xi urged the ACFIC to guide the private sector in maintaining enthusiasm for entrepreneurship and bolstering confidence in development. He highlighted the importance of establishing and improving modern corporate systems with distinctive Chinese features, aiming to foster a vibrant and resilient economy.
The gathering concluded with a shared sense of purpose and optimism, setting a collaborative tone for the year ahead. As China moves forward, the emphasis on unity, innovation, and sustainable growth resonates with the nation's aspirations and the global community watching its progress.
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Xi Jinping extends Spring Festival greetings to non-CPC personages
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