As the Spring Festival approaches, Chinese President Xi Jinping extended festive greetings to non-Communist Party of China (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, marking a tradition of cooperation and unity ahead of the Lunar New Year, which falls on January 29 this year.
During the event, Xi Jinping, who is also the general secretary of the CPC Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission, emphasized the importance of collective efforts in advancing China's socio-economic development. He outlined plans to implement more proactive and impactful macroeconomic policies, with a focus on high-quality development and bolstering self-reliance in science and technology.
\"To sustain sound social and economic development in 2025, we must focus on high-quality growth and promote greater self-reliance and strength in science and technology,\" Xi stated, underscoring the urgency of meeting the targets set in the 14th Five-Year Plan (2021–2025).
He called upon non-CPC political parties, the ACFIC, and personages without party affiliation to leverage their unique strengths in rallying support, building consensus, and pooling wisdom and strength for the nation's development. \"Your role is vital in mobilizing positive forces and contributing to the formulation of proposals for the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026–2030),\" Xi said.
Addressing environmental concerns, Xi stressed the need to tackle critical challenges in the protection of the Yangtze River ecosystem. He urged concerted efforts to enhance supervision and implement sustainable practices that safeguard the river's health.
Xi also highlighted the role of the ACFIC in guiding the private sector. He encouraged private enterprises to maintain enthusiasm for entrepreneurship, bolster confidence in development, and establish modern corporate systems with distinctive Chinese features.
The gathering reaffirmed the significance of unity and cooperation among all sectors of society in achieving China's development goals. As the nation prepares to celebrate the Spring Festival, the call for collective effort underscores the government's commitment to inclusive growth and shared prosperity.
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Xi Jinping extends Spring Festival greetings to non-CPC personages
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