On New Year's Eve, President Xi Jinping delivered his 2024 New Year message, reflecting on China's significant achievements in 2023 and setting the tone for the year ahead.
Marking ten consecutive years of this tradition, President Xi's addresses have become a concise chronicle of the evolution of Socialism with Chinese characteristics in the New Era. This year's message underscored both transformative changes and enduring continuities that have shaped China's trajectory over the past decade.
Underpinned by a new development philosophy and paradigm, China has pursued high-quality growth, maintaining its position as the world's second-largest economy for over ten years. President Xi highlighted breakthroughs in basic research and original innovation, emphasizing advancements in core technologies and the expansion of strategic emerging industries.
A landmark achievement discussed was China's successful eradication of absolute poverty, lifting nearly 100 million rural residents out of poverty and eliminating poverty in all 832 targeted counties. This historic feat not only transformed millions of lives but also contributed significantly to global poverty alleviation efforts.
While the changes over the last ten years are evident, President Xi also emphasized the importance of continuity. He pointed out that enduring political structures, social arrangements, economic relationships, and cultural values remain vital, ensuring stability and sustained progress. This balance of change and continuity is portrayed as essential to maintaining the harmony and beauty of China's development.
President Xi's 2024 address serves as both a reflection on past accomplishments and a blueprint for future endeavors, reinforcing China's commitment to innovation, poverty eradication, and sustainable growth.
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