Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for high-quality economic development and reasonable growth, stressing the need to improve living standards and meet the public’s growing expectations for a better life.
Xi made the remarks in a speech on Thursday, emphasising the importance of balancing economic growth with broader social progress and stability.
The Chinese President also reaffirmed the Communist Party of China’s absolute leadership over the armed forces, calling for continued military reforms and improvements in military governance.
According to Xinhua, Xi highlighted the importance of science and technology, talent development and the rule of law in strengthening the military and advancing its modernisation.
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The speech was delivered as China commemorated the 90th anniversary of the Long March, the historic retreat undertaken by the Red Army between 1934 and 1935 to escape pursuing Nationalist forces led by Chiang Kai-shek.
The Long March, associated with Mao Zedong and the early development of the Chinese Communist Party, remains a significant event in China’s political history.
Xi’s remarks underscored the leadership’s emphasis on sustainable economic development, social stability and strengthening the country’s military capabilities.
Reuters
