In a festive gathering at Beijing's Great Hall of the People, Chinese President Xi Jinping extended heartfelt Lunar New Year greetings to non-Communist Party of China (CPC) political parties, the All-China Federation of Industry and Commerce (ACFIC), and personages without party affiliation. The event, held ahead of the Spring Festival—which falls on January 29 this year—emphasized unity and collaboration for China's future development.
President Xi, who is also the general secretary of the CPC Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission, underscored the importance of collective efforts to achieve the nation's goals. He called on non-CPC groups to harness their unique strengths to build consensus, rally support, and pool wisdom to serve the country's overarching interests.
\"We will implement more proactive and impactful macro policies,\" Xi stated, highlighting the focus on high-quality development and greater self-reliance in science and technology. \"This will sustain sound social and economic development in 2025 and lay a solid foundation for the years beyond.\"
Emphasizing the significance of the 14th Five-Year Plan (2021–2025), Xi urged all sectors to contribute to meeting its targets and to actively participate in formulating proposals for the upcoming 15th Five-Year Plan (2026–2030). He stressed the importance of addressing critical challenges, including the protection and supervision of the Yangtze River ecosystem.
Xi also called on the ACFIC to play a pivotal role in guiding the private sector. \"We should maintain enthusiasm for entrepreneurship, bolster confidence in development, and establish modern corporate systems with distinctive Chinese features,\" he said.
The annual Spring Festival gathering reflects the collaborative spirit between the CPC and non-CPC groups, aiming to foster a united front in pursuing national rejuvenation. As China approaches the Lunar New Year, Xi's address serves as a rallying call for unity, innovation, and shared prosperity.
Reference(s):
Xi Jinping extends Spring Festival greetings to non-CPC personages
cgtn.com
