In a heartfelt gesture ahead of the Spring Festival, Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, visited Shenyang, the capital of northeast China's Liaoning Province, on Thursday.
The Spring Festival, falling on January 29 this year, is the most important festival for the Chinese people, marking the start of the Lunar New Year. Traditionally a time for family reunions and festivities, it is a period when the nation comes together to celebrate new beginnings.
During his visit to Shenyang, Xi Jinping immersed himself in the local community. He strolled through a bustling food market, engaging with vendors and shoppers alike. At the market, he inquired about the availability and prices of goods during the holiday season, ensuring that residents have sufficient supplies to celebrate the festival.
Xi also visited a residential community where he learned about the measures in place to meet residents' daily needs and the efforts being made to optimize public services. He expressed his concern for the well-being of the people, discussing with community members the progress achieved in improving their quality of life.
This visit continues Xi Jinping's tradition of spending time with ordinary people ahead of the Spring Festival. For more than a decade, he has made it a point to connect directly with residents, reflecting his commitment to understanding their lives and ensuring that their voices are heard at the highest levels of governance.
Xi's hands-on approach underscores the importance the CPC places on the welfare of its people. By personally inspecting the readiness of communities for the upcoming festivities, he emphasizes the government's dedication to fostering a prosperous and harmonious society.
The visit to Shenyang highlights the significance of Liaoning Province in China's development. As a key region in the revitalization of the northeast, ensuring its residents can enjoy a joyful Spring Festival is both a symbol of cultural importance and a reflection of the nation's progress.
As the Spring Festival approaches, Xi Jinping's visit serves as a reminder of the deep-rooted traditions that bind the Chinese people together and the leadership's ongoing efforts to promote well-being and unity across the country.
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