Chinese President Xi Jinping, General Secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, chaired a significant meeting on Monday aimed at advancing ecological protection and high-quality development in the Yellow River Basin, often hailed as the cradle of Chinese civilization.
The gathering of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee was not just a routine assembly but a strategic convergence aimed at reinforcing China's commitment to sustainable development and modernization. The meeting meticulously reviewed comprehensive reports from the leading Party members' groups of major state institutions, including the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress (NPC), the State Council, the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC), the Supreme People's Court (SPC), the Supreme People's Procuratorate (SPP), and the Secretariat of the CPC Central Committee.
Recognizing their achievements over the past year, the meeting approved the work plans for 2025 for these key bodies. The leading Party members' groups were urged to make getting things done a priority, pool their strengths to push forward reforms, and contribute to the nation's high-quality development and the grand project of Chinese modernization.
President Xi highlighted the vital role of the Secretariat in boosting political ability, enforcing strict self-governance, and effectively accomplishing all tasks entrusted by the CPC Central Committee.
A significant portion of the meeting was devoted to the ecological protection and high-quality development of the Yellow River Basin. The Yellow River, stretching over 5,400 kilometers, is not only a geographical landmark but also a symbol of China's enduring heritage. The meeting emphasized the full enforcement of the Yellow River Protection Law as a cornerstone for future initiatives.
Specific strategies were outlined to enhance water source conservation capacity in the river's upper reaches, strengthen soil and water conservation in the middle reaches, and advance wetland protection and ecological governance in the lower reaches. These measures aim to address environmental challenges and ensure the long-term sustainability of the region.
The meeting also underscored the importance of safeguarding critical infrastructure, including dams and reservoirs. It called for aligning the Yellow River's development with broader national strategies, such as the large-scale development of the western region and the rise of the central region.
Cultural heritage along the Yellow River received special attention, with plans to improve its holistic and systematic protection. By promoting the integration of culture and tourism development, the meeting aimed to harness the region's rich history to fuel economic growth and cultural exchange.
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