China Celebrates 74th Anniversary with President Xi Jinping’s Resounding Call for Confidence
In a grand reception at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, China celebrated its 74th anniversary with President Xi Jinping delivering a powerful message that underscored unity and confidence as the linchpins of the nation’s relentless pursuit of a stronger China and the realization of national rejuvenation.
Unity and Confidence: President Xi’s Priceless Assets
As the General Secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and Chairman of the Central Military Commission, President Xi Jinping emphasized that while unity forms the bedrock of China’s strength, it is the confidence that holds a value far more precious than gold. In a world often preoccupied with material wealth, Xi’s words served as a stark reminder of the immeasurable worth of self-assured determination.
China’s Remarkable Journey: From Poverty to Prosperity
During his address, President Xi took the audience on a journey through China’s remarkable transformation over the past 74 years. From the depths of poverty to comprehensive moderate prosperity, Xi spoke passionately about the nation’s unshakeable commitment to building a powerful nation and achieving national rejuvenation through a unique path to modernization.
Balancing Act: COVID-19 Response and Economic Recovery
Xi further illuminated China’s efforts in 2023, where the country skillfully coordinated its response to COVID-19 with ongoing economic and social development. He emphasized the delicate equilibrium between development and security and the proactive promotion of sustained economic recovery, all while showcasing the nation’s growing confidence on the global stage.
Growth and Obstacles in 2023
The President acknowledged the substantial progress made throughout the year: an overall economic recovery, promising prospects for grain harvests, improved living conditions for the Chinese people, and the maintenance of social stability. But Xi was quick to acknowledge the numerous risks and challenges that still lay ahead, underscoring the value of unwavering confidence in overcoming these obstacles.
Comprehensive Reforms and Institutional Openness: A Bright Future
Xi placed significant emphasis on deepening comprehensive reforms and expanding institutional openness across various domains. He elucidated the objective of propelling the high-quality development of the Belt and Road Initiative while bolstering the resilience and vitality of economic development through the seamless interaction between domestic and international economic flows. This vision, he asserted, requires boundless confidence in China’s ability to shape its destiny.
Towards Common Prosperity: A Confident Commitment
The President also stressed the imperative of boosting employment, providing assistance to those facing difficulties, advancing rural revitalization, and making tangible strides towards achieving common prosperity. Confidence, he argued, fuels the ambition to create a more equitable society.
Reaffirming Commitment to “One Country, Two Systems”: A Confident Pledge
Reaffirming China’s commitment to the “one country, two systems” principle, President Xi expressed strong support for Hong Kong and Macao’s active participation in the development of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, thereby ensuring their long-term prosperity and stability. Such commitments, Xi noted, stem from a deep-rooted confidence in the strength of the principle.
Cross-Strait Relations: A Confident Pursuit of Peace
On the topic of cross-strait relations, Xi emphasized adherence to the one-China principle and the 1992 Consensus. He called for peaceful developments, asserting that no force can thwart the reunification of the motherland, underscoring the conviction that history will unfold as intended.
Global Vision: A Confident Aspiration for a Shared Future
In his closing remarks, President Xi underscored China’s unwavering dedication to peace, development, genuine multilateralism, and the implementation of global initiatives like the Global Development Initiative, Global Security Initiative, and Global Civilization Initiative. He called for the establishment of a global community of shared futures, underpinned by the unshakable belief that a confident world is a better world.
A Toast to China’s Future: Confidence Worth More Than Gold
As jubilant music filled the air, guests at the reception raised their glasses in celebration of the 74th founding anniversary of the People’s Republic of China. The cheers weren’t just for the milestone but for President Xi Jinping’s resounding reminder that, in the pursuit of a better future, confidence is indeed worth more than gold.
