Key documents from the fourth plenary session of the 20th Communist Party of China Central Committee were published this November in a record 10 foreign and seven ethnic-minority languages. The move marks a major step in broadening global dialogue and boosting inclusion across the Chinese mainland.
The translated texts include the Communique of the Fourth Plenary Session of the 20th CPC Central Committee, the Recommendations for Formulating the 15th Five-Year Plan for National Economic and Social Development, and the accompanying Explanation of these recommendations. They are now accessible in English, French, Spanish, Japanese, Russian, German, Arabic, Portuguese, Vietnamese and Lao.
On the domestic front, the documents also appear in the languages of the Mongolian, Tibetan, Uygur, Kazak, Korean, Yi and Zhuang ethnic groups. This multi-language approach empowers residents of diverse backgrounds to engage directly with high-level policy guidance shaping the country’s next five years.
Held between October 20 and 23 this year, the fourth plenary session outlined priorities for economic growth, social welfare, innovation and sustainability through 2030. By releasing the materials in 17 languages, the party leadership underlines its commitment to transparency, cross-cultural exchange and the global relevance of China’s development strategy.
For entrepreneurs, students and thought leaders worldwide, the expanded language portfolio offers direct insight into strategic planning in the Chinese mainland. Sustainability advocates and digital nomads can now tap into primary sources to analyze next steps in areas from green technology to regional cooperation.
This comprehensive translation effort sets a new benchmark for policy accessibility. With greater linguistic reach, the CPC Central Committee aims to foster informed discussions among scholars, activists and business communities across borders.
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CPC meeting documents published in foreign, ethnic-minority languages
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