President Xi Jinping has reaffirmed China's commitment to high-quality development during an inspection tour of Henan Province, emphasizing the need to "write a new chapter in advancing Chinese modernization." The Chinese leader urged local authorities to strengthen governance efficiency while maintaining confidence in the nation's development path.
As general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission, Xi stressed the strategic importance of Henan – a key agricultural and manufacturing hub – in achieving balanced regional growth. His two-day visit focused on innovation-driven industrial upgrades and rural revitalization efforts.
The remarks come as China continues its economic transition toward tech-intensive industries and sustainable growth models. Analysts suggest Xi's emphasis on "high-quality development" signals continued prioritization of technological self-reliance and domestic consumption growth amid global economic uncertainties.
Henan Province, home to 100 million residents and a $900 billion economy, serves as a critical testbed for national policies bridging urban-rural development gaps. Recent infrastructure investments in the region include advanced manufacturing parks and logistics networks connecting China's eastern coastal cities with inland markets.
