Chinese President Xi Jinping highlighted China's solid progress in advancing Chinese modernization over the past twelve months, despite facing complex and challenging situations. Speaking at a high-level reception on Monday to ring in the Chinese New Year, Xi praised the nation's resilience and determination.
\"In the Year of the Dragon, we demonstrated vitality and a can-do spirit. We endured storms and saw the rainbow,\" Xi said. He noted that China responded with composure to the challenges and implemented a range of comprehensive measures, overcoming difficulties and forging ahead with determination.
The reception, held by the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and the State Council to usher in the Year of the Snake, which begins on January 29, was attended by over 2,000 people. Xi extended Spring Festival greetings to the Chinese people of all ethnic groups, compatriots in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, the Macao Special Administrative Region, Taiwan, and overseas Chinese.
Over the past year, China effectively implemented existing policies and proactively introduced a package of incremental policies, which helped promote the recovery of the economy, Xi said. He highlighted remarkable progress in technological and industrial innovation, with new quality productive forces forging ahead steadily. Employment and consumer prices remained stable, reflecting the strength of the economy.
Xi's remarks underscore China's commitment to overcoming challenges and pursuing modernization. His message emphasizes unity, resilience, and confidence in China's future growth and development.
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Xi lauds China's solid progress despite challenges in Year of Dragon
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