In a gesture of goodwill ahead of the Spring Festival, 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), personages without party affiliation, and other members of the united front. The annual gathering took place on Monday at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing.
Xi, who is also the Chinese President and Chairman of the Central Military Commission, conveyed his appreciation for the contributions of non-CPC personages to the nation's development. The Spring Festival, also known as the Chinese Lunar New Year, falls on January 29 this year, marking a time of celebration and reflection across the country.
During the event, Xi emphasized China's commitment to implementing more proactive and impactful macroeconomic policies. He highlighted the focus on high-quality development and the promotion of greater self-reliance and strength in science and technology. These efforts aim to sustain sound social and economic development in 2025, aligning with the goals set in the country's 14th Five-Year Plan (2021–2025).
Calling for unity and collaboration, Xi urged non-CPC political parties, the ACFIC, and personages without party affiliation to concentrate on central tasks and serve the nation's overall interests. He encouraged them to leverage their unique strengths to rally broader support, build consensus, and pool wisdom and strength towards achieving common goals.
Xi underscored the importance of meeting the targets outlined in the 14th Five-Year Plan by 2025 and laying a solid foundation for the subsequent five years. He expressed hope that non-CPC personages would mobilize all positive forces to advance development. This includes actively contributing to comprehensively deepening reform, promoting high-quality development, and formulating proposals for the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026–2030).
Addressing environmental concerns, Xi stressed the need to tackle critical and challenging problems in the supervision of the Yangtze River ecosystem's protection. He highlighted this as a key area where collective efforts are essential for sustainable development.
Regarding the private sector's role, Xi noted that the ACFIC should guide private enterprises in maintaining enthusiasm for entrepreneurship and bolstering confidence in development. He encouraged the establishment and improvement of modern corporate systems with distinctive Chinese features, fostering a robust and innovative economic environment.
The gathering reflected the CPC's commitment to inclusivity and collaboration with non-CPC entities, emphasizing the shared responsibility in driving China's future progress. As the nation prepares to celebrate the Spring Festival, Xi's messages of unity, development, and innovation resonate with the broader aspirations of the Chinese people.
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Xi Jinping extends Spring Festival greetings to non-CPC personages
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