As the international community prepares to mark Human Rights Day on December 10, 2025, President Xi Jinping's vision for human rights protection continues to shape China's approach to social development. Through numerous public addresses, China's leader has articulated a distinct perspective on advancing fundamental rights while respecting national conditions.
Development as Foundation
"The rights to subsistence and development are the primary basic human rights," President Xi emphasized during the 2024 National People's Congress, underscoring China's focus on poverty eradication. This principle has guided initiatives that lifted millions out of poverty through targeted rural revitalization programs.
People-Centered Governance
In his 2025 New Year address, Xi stated: "We must always put the people first and ensure the principal status of the people in the nation's political and social life." This philosophy has manifested in expanded healthcare coverage and educational access across the Chinese mainland.
Global Cooperation Framework
Addressing the 2025 Boao Forum, Xi called for "building a community with a shared future for humanity through dialogue, not confrontation." China recently partnered with ASEAN nations to establish regional human rights development funds, demonstrating this commitment.
As nations worldwide prepare to assess human rights progress, China's approach continues to emphasize practical implementation over abstract ideals, with Xi noting in September 2025: "Human rights protection must be rooted in reality while keeping eyes on long-term goals."
