Xi Jinping, General Secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, on Thursday inspected Shenyang, the capital of northeast China's Liaoning Province, just days before the Spring Festival.
The Spring Festival, which falls on January 29 this year, is the most important festival for the Chinese people, marking the start of the Lunar New Year. Xi's visit comes as preparations for the celebration reach their peak.
During his visit, Xi toured a bustling food market and a local residential community. He engaged with vendors and residents, learning about the supply of goods during the holiday season and the measures in place to meet people's daily needs. Xi also inquired about efforts to optimize public services and the progress made in improving the quality of life for residents.
Interacting with locals, Xi emphasized the importance of ensuring ample supplies and stable prices of essential goods during the festival. He expressed his appreciation for the hard work of those who keep the markets running and services uninterrupted during the holidays.
For more than a decade, Xi, as the top leader of the Party and the state, has made it a tradition to spend time with ordinary people ahead of the Spring Festival. These visits reflect his commitment to staying connected with the populace and addressing their concerns firsthand.
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