People's Daily - July 17, 2025

Some battles need a decisive victory, while others require persistent effort over time.

By: 本报记者 杜尚泽 杨 旭

Time: July 14, 2025

Agenda: The Central Urban Work Conference is held in Beijing (北京)

The Central Urban Work Conference, held again after 10 years, marks a new historical position accumulated over time:

"China's urbanization is shifting from a period of rapid growth to a period of stable development, and urban development is shifting from a stage of large-scale incremental expansion to a stage dominated by stock improvement and quality enhancement."

"Observe the principles of prosperity and decline, and examine the suitability of power and influence." The Chinese Communists of the new era attach particular importance to accurate judgment and profound grasp of the situation and trends.

Building a modern people's city, "with adhering to the connotative development of the city as the main line." General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) not only draws blueprints for guidance but also implements dialectical policies: "The Western industrialized process took hundreds of years, while we only used decades. At a deeper level, we still have many shortcomings in industrialization, and it will take time to make up for them. The same is true for urbanization. We cannot just focus on appearances and neglect the substance. We must not be eager for quick success and instant benefits. Some things require tough battles, while others require sustained efforts."

(I) Maintaining Sufficient Historical Patience

Achieving urbanization in a developing country with a population of over 1.4 billion has no precedent in the history of human social development.

At the conference, the overall requirements, important principles, and key tasks for doing a good job in urban work were clarified. General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) looked far ahead: "Blaze a new path of urban modernization with Chinese characteristics."

The new path corresponds to the old path of "extensive expansion, imbalance between people and land, and environmental destruction." To promote high-quality urban development, what things require sustained efforts, and what things cannot wait?

"I very much like to study history. As a politician, if you are not familiar with history, especially Chinese history, and do not have a sense of historical depth to grasp what you are doing now and formulate our goals, you will not be able to do today's work well." General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) pointed out earnestly that being eager for quick success is also related to a lack of historical sense.

A sense of history is a perspective that cannot be ignored in the connotative development of cities.

In the process of modernization, the proportion of cities rises, and the proportion of villages declines. But no matter how far industrialization and urbanization progress, the countryside will not disappear. The General Secretary had already analyzed, "On one side are prosperous cities, and on the other side are declining villages," "Such modernization cannot succeed!"

At the conference, the General Secretary once again viewed it dialectically, "So that rural revitalization and urban development can be organically combined" "The current urban-rural population flow is still migratory. The balanced transformation between urban residents and farmers should be reflected in policies." It is based on this judgment that the central government has a "safety net" policy: the contracted farmland and homesteads of the people who enter the city can be withdrawn voluntarily, and the government cannot forcibly take them back. "This process requires sufficient historical patience."

The continuation of cultural heritage is a commitment that cannot be lost in the connotative development of cities.

Fuzhou (福州) is also known as Rongcheng. At the conference, General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) told a story: During the Northern Song Dynasty, Zhang Boyu (张伯玉), the prefect of Fuzhou (福州), advocated "planting banyan trees by households," and after many years, the city was full of green shade and the summer heat was covered. "When I was in Fuzhou (福州), Fujian (福建), I advocated planting more trees and less grass, so that the people would not be exposed to the sun."

Culture is the soul of a city. The attitude is clear on what to support and what to oppose: "Things like large-scale migration and felling of trees, indiscriminate construction of cultural landmarks, and arbitrary changes to old place names must never be done again."

"Adhering to the connotative development of cities" is the only way to achieve high-quality urban development.

At the last Central Urban Work Conference, the General Secretary had already pointed out the word "connotation": "Promote the transformation of urban development from extensive expansion to connotative improvement." From outward to inward is a profound reflection on the driving force of development, "Relying on piling up and spreading out cannot nurture modern urban agglomerations."

At the conference, from the main line of connotative development, he talked about "five transformations": transforming urban development concepts, methods, driving forces, and the focus and methods of work. Profound changes are driving the choice between "latent achievements" and "visible achievements."

"Urge leading cadres to establish correct views on political achievements, overcome impetuous emotions, and abandon selfish distractions." General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) said earnestly, "Ordinary assessments cannot only focus on how much GDP has grown and how many large projects have been built, but also on how much debt is owed. We cannot allow some people to pass the buck and leave the problems to future generations."

(II) Building a Modern People's City

"Innovative, livable, beautiful, resilient, civilized, and intelligent," General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) set the construction goals of a modern people's city in his important speech at the conference.

The conference deployed key tasks for urban work, "one optimization, six constructions." And the "six constructions" correspond to the six words in the construction goals. "Vibrant," "comfortable and convenient," "green and low-carbon," "safe and reliable," "virtuous and benevolent," and "convenient and efficient," the six modifiers, the main body is the city, and the focus is on people.

This is also a concrete expression of the concept of a people's city.

At the Central Urban Work Conference 10 years ago, the important concept of "people's city for the people" was incorporated into the warp and weft of Xi Jinping (习近平)'s Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era.

In recent years, the General Secretary has visited many cities, and the continuous ecological greenways interpret "harmonious coexistence between man and nature," and the community renovations that have taken "embroidery" efforts are warm and harmonious... Thinking along the way.

"Food, clothing, housing, transportation, birth, aging, illness, death, and living and working in peace and contentment," more than 690 cities and 940 million urban permanent residents, in the organic life of the city, people are the protagonists and the core. The essence of modernization is the modernization of people. The construction goals vividly fit the essential characteristics of Chinese-style modernization.

Urban work condenses the dialectic of "**致广大而尽精微**" (zhì guǎng dà ér jìn jīng wēi - "achieving breadth while attending to the finest details," handling both macro and micro aspects with precision).

Small things such as promoting garbage classification and the "Clean Plate Campaign," "must be continuously promoted, and cannot be tight for a while and then loose for a while." General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) said to the party and government leaders present, "How is garbage classification being implemented in various places?" "Drinking water safety must be constantly grasped" "Consumption and waste cannot be equated," implementing precise policies and persevering.

Broad things such as promoting the follow-up relay of "not one can be left behind." Having completed the arduous task of eliminating absolute poverty, poverty alleviation and de-stigmatization are by no means the end. "Countries around the world have affirmed our poverty alleviation efforts, and this common human value is the most basic." General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) earnestly warned, "Now we cannot ignore the risk of people returning to poverty" "Ensuring the bottom line of people's livelihood is also a basic feature of socialism with Chinese characteristics."

Judging "whether urban work is done well," the people's reputation is better than gold and silver cups. "In the past, GDP was used to judge heroes, and everything else was ignored, with one good point covering up a hundred bad ones. Now, many things have one bad point covering up a hundred good ones. If one thing is done badly, credibility, image, and reputation will immediately decline. Everyone must not ignore where the people's feelings are strongest. '**些小吾曹州县吏，一枝一叶总关情**' (xiē xiǎo wú cáo zhōu xiàn lì, yī zhī yī yè zǒng guān qíng - "Even minor officials like us care about every single leaf and branch," even small officials care deeply about the people's concerns)."

(III) Hearing the Echoes of Implementation

"Every item has a landing, and everything has a response." Saying what you mean and doing what you say is a distinct style of governance of the Communist Party of China.

At the conference, General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) talked about the deployment of urban work: "Things have been said, and we must hear the echoes of implementation to see how well they are being implemented."

Behind the echoes is the consistent line of thinking in governing the country.

The "one respect, five coordinations" proposed at the last Central Urban Work Conference were mentioned again by the General Secretary, "These are not outdated and must continue to be implemented."

Comparing the deployments of the two conferences: "Focusing on building vibrant and innovative cities" is an upgrade from "making innovation the main driving force for urban development"; "Focusing on building green and low-carbon beautiful cities" enriches and develops the idea and method of "integrating good mountains, good water, and good scenery into cities"...

Moreover, the placement of innovative cities is a vivid footnote to "placing innovation at the core of the country's overall development"; the requirements for green and low-carbon are a vivid practice of Xi Jinping (习近平)'s ecological civilization thought... Xi Jinping (习近平)'s Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era leads the entire process of urban planning, construction, development, and governance, and the sparks of practice reflect the great power of thought.

Having an echo of implementation is similar to "grasping implementation like hammering nails" written by Xi Jinping (习近平) in "Zhejiang New Words," which have different approaches but the same goal.

In the echoes, there is the reform courage to overcome difficulties.

A metaphor of "changing clothes" when working in Zhejiang (浙江) is still praised today. Comrade Xi Jinping (习近平) described the obstacles of the system and mechanism not adapting to economic development as "having to change a big clothes for a fast-growing child." In 2006, Zhejiang Province (浙江省) implemented unprecedented expansion of power to Yiwu (义乌); in 2019, Longgang (龙港) was withdrawn from the town and established as a city.

Today's urban work is in the historical process of further comprehensively deepening reforms. At the conference, the General Secretary reviewed the enlightenment gained from the breakthroughs in the two places in Zhejiang (浙江): "For county-level cities and megacities with large economic scale and rapid population growth, adjust and expand the economic and social management authority in a timely manner."

In the echoes, there is the development resilience to do well and achieve success.

Diverting Beijing's (北京) non-capital functions as an exploratory move in the governance of megacities originated after the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China.

"'Big city diseases' have been significantly alleviated." General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) reviewed the achievements at this conference: "In the past, overseas public opinion believed that it was unsolvable. Only 10 years have passed, and Beijing (北京) has achieved significant results in solving 'big city diseases' and has become the first megacity in the country to achieve reduction development."

"What is most commendable is that the air quality has improved significantly, and blue skies have become the norm. I did not break my promise when I announced the 'APEC Blue' to the world at the Beijing (北京) APEC meeting, and it was achieved." Whatever is promised, we will spare no effort to promote it, even if the mountains are high and the road is far, and we are not afraid of wind and rain.

The premise of implementation is also to act according to the laws. "Promoting urbanization is a gradual process that comes naturally, and it must conform to the laws of economic and social development, and cannot be divorced from reality and eager for quick success."

"When starting projects, it is always a few things: artificial intelligence, computing power, and new energy vehicles. Do all provinces in the country have to develop industries in these directions?" General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) observed the industrial layout from the perspective of "acting according to the laws" and pointed out the development problems: "Resolutely oppose formalism and bureaucracy, and also solve the problem of pretending to understand and being self-righteous, and prevent the emergence of 'three pats' cadres who pat their chests, pat their heads, and pat their butts."

A set of data carries the echoes of progress in the new era:

The urbanization rate increased from 53.1% in 2012 to 67% in 2024;

The operating mileage of urban rail transit is nearly 11,000 kilometers, the water supply coverage rate, gas coverage rate, and sewage treatment rate are all close to 100%, and the centralized heating area in heating area cities accounts for more than 90%;

More than 68 million sets of various types of guaranteed housing and shantytown renovation resettlement housing have been built, benefiting 170 million people;

In 2024, the average concentration of PM2.5 in key cities across the country decreased by about 60% compared with 2013, and the harmless treatment rate of domestic waste in cities across the country exceeded 99%...

What about more than just these data? The level of new urbanization and the level of urban development have been greatly improved, modern urban agglomerations and metropolitan areas have grown stronger, and Xiong'an New Area (雄安新区) has sprung up...

Creating the world's largest and fastest urbanization process, China has engraved a heavy mark in the history of world urban development. The chapter of modern people's cities continues, and the grand narrative of the new era is a magnificent epic jointly written by hundreds of millions of people.

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Grasp the historical orientation and adhere to the intrinsic development of the city.

By: 本报评论员

This Central Urban Work Conference made a major judgment on the historical position of China's urban development, stating "two shifts," and clarified the overall requirements and important principles for doing a good job in urban work. To implement the overall requirements and embark on a new path of urban modernization with Chinese characteristics, the key lies in deeply grasping the new historical position, actively adapting to changes in the situation, and adhering to the intensive development of cities.

"Intensive development" is an important concept advocated by General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平). From emphasizing "economic development shifting from extensive expansion to intensive development," to pointing out "adhering to the path of intensive development, innovating urban governance, and strengthening the construction of resilient and safe cities," from proposing that "taking the path of intensive development is the only way for the development of higher education in our country," to requiring high-tech parks to "take the path of intensive, connotative development," the meaning of "intensive development" is very rich. To do a good job in urban work, we must accurately grasp the strategic orientation of urban intensive development and improve the quality of urban development in a more targeted manner.

To adhere to the intensive development of cities, we must adhere to the important principle of "five transformations and five more emphases." We must deeply realize that transforming the concept of urban development and paying more attention to people-oriented approaches is an inherent requirement for building a modern people's city; transforming the mode of urban development and paying more attention to intensive efficiency is the key to improving the quality and level of urban development; transforming the driving force of urban development and paying more attention to characteristic development is an inevitable move to enhance the core competitiveness of cities; transforming the focus of urban work and paying more attention to governance input is an important foundation for promoting high-standard urban renewal, high-level operation, and high-efficiency governance; transforming the methods of urban work and paying more attention to overall coordination is a powerful guarantee for improving the pattern of urban work and better forming synergy. Only by adhering to the five important principles can we continuously improve the scientific nature of urban work and win the advantages and future of urban development.

Here, we might as well analyze and deepen our understanding from the two aspects of "transforming the mode of urban development" and "transforming the driving force of urban development."

China has experienced the world's largest and fastest urbanization process in history, with the urbanization rate of permanent residents increasing from 10.6% in 1949 to 67% in 2024. With the continuous improvement of the urbanization level, China's urban scale has gradually expanded, and the urban area has continued to increase, which has also led to problems such as the aging of some urban houses and infrastructure, and the imbalance between above-ground and underground construction. Shifting from a stage of large-scale incremental expansion to a stage dominated by stock quality improvement and efficiency enhancement urgently requires changing the extensive and extensive urban development model, eliminating problems such as blindly expanding the "spreading pie," and taking the path of high-quality development that is intensive, intensive, and green.

Xiong'an New Area (雄安新区), "planning every inch of land clearly before starting construction," and promoting the coordinated advancement of three cities, "above ground, underground, and in the cloud," a future city without "urban diseases" is rising from the ground; Shanghai (上海), is solidly promoting urban renewal actions, maneuvering in a compact space, and promoting the construction of pocket parks by "seizing every opportunity." To transform the mode of urban development, the key is to pay more attention to intensive efficiency and realize the efficient utilization of resources. Optimizing the urban functional structure and spatial layout, improving the level of intensive and economical utilization of resources and space, and realizing green, low-carbon, and smart development will surely powerfully promote high-quality urban development.

The driving force of urban development is where the sustainable development ability of the city lies. The situations in various parts of China vary greatly. Cities differ in terms of resource endowments, geographical environment, development level, and basic conditions. Some places have problems such as "thousands of cities with one face" and industrial homogenization. To do a good job in urban work, we must proceed from reality, deeply grasp the inherent requirements for enhancing the driving force and vitality of urban development, pay more attention to characteristic development, and make a big article on reform and innovation.

Harbin (哈尔滨), Heilongjiang (黑龙江), ice and snow culture and the ice and snow economy have become new drivers for high-quality development and new ties for opening up to the outside world; Hefei (合肥), Anhui (安徽), relies on "integrated optimization of various factor conditions" and continues to work hard to create a source of scientific and technological innovation with important influence... According to their respective resource endowments, strengthening scientific and technological and cultural empowerment, creating core competitiveness, realizing differentiated development, and avoiding homogenized competition can enhance the endogenous driving force of development and shape competitive advantages.

"Five transformations and five more emphases" is the dialectic of doing a good job in urban work, reflecting the deepening of our party's understanding of the laws of urban development. By studying and understanding Xi Jinping (习近平)'s Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era, especially General Secretary Xi Jinping's important expositions on urban work, taking adhering to the intensive development of cities as the main line, and vigorously promoting urban structural optimization, kinetic energy transformation, quality improvement, green transformation, cultural context continuation, and governance efficiency enhancement, we will surely continue to create a new situation in the construction of modern people's cities.

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Xi Jinping Sends Condolences to Nigerian President Tinubu on the Death of Former Nigerian President Buhari

Xinhua News Agency, Beijing, July 16th. On July 16th, Chinese President Xi Jinping (习近平) sent a message of condolence to Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on the passing of former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari (布哈里), expressing deep condolences on behalf of the Chinese government and the Chinese people, and extending sincere sympathy to Buhari's family and to the government and people of Nigeria.

Xi Jinping (习近平) pointed out that former President Buhari (布哈里) was an important leader of Nigeria, dedicated to exploring a development path that suits Nigeria's national conditions, making outstanding contributions to national unity and progress, and enjoying prestige in the international community. During his lifetime, he adhered to friendship with China and actively promoted China-Nigeria friendship and China-Africa friendly cooperation. His death is a great loss to the Nigerian people, and the Chinese people have also lost a good friend. The Chinese side attaches great importance to the development of China-Nigeria relations and is willing to work with Nigeria to promote the continuous development of the comprehensive strategic partnership between the two countries.

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Xi Jinping's "On Education," "Study Outline of Xi Jinping's Thought on Culture," and "Close-up: Heartwarming Moments" (Traditional Chinese Edition) Premiered at the Hong Kong Book Fair

This newspaper reported from Hong Kong on July 16th (Reporter Feng Xuezhi (冯学知)) The traditional Chinese versions of President Xi Jinping's (习近平) "On Education," "Study Outline of Xi Jinping's (习近平) Thought on Culture," and "Close-up: Heartwarming Moments" were recently published and distributed by the United Publishing Group. A new book launch was held on July 16th, the first day of the Hong Kong Book Fair.

"On Education" includes 47 important manuscripts by President Xi Jinping (习近平) on education, scientifically answering the fundamental questions of "who to train, how to train, and for whom to train." "Study Outline of Xi Jinping's (习近平) Thought on Culture" systematically expounds the core meaning, spiritual essence, rich connotation, and practical requirements of Xi Jinping's (习近平) Thought on Culture, comprehensively reflecting the original contributions of Xi Jinping's (习近平) Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era in the cultural field. It is an authoritative supplementary reader for in-depth study and understanding of Xi Jinping's (习近平) Thought on Culture. "Close-up: Heartwarming Moments" is based on the Xinhua News Agency's series of integrated reports of the same name, carefully selecting wonderful moment photos of President Xi Jinping (习近平) governing the country, vividly telling the heartwarming stories behind the photos with both pictures and text.

The publication and distribution of the traditional Chinese versions of these three books will help Hong Kong and Macao readers systematically understand Xi Jinping's (习近平) Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era, deeply understand the scientific system of Xi Jinping's (习近平) Thought on Culture, and deepen their understanding of the laws of China's education cause. It is of great significance for continuously enhancing national, ethnic, and cultural identity, guiding Hong Kong and Macao compatriots to 勠力同心 (lù lì tóng xīn - "join forces with one heart," to work together with one heart and one mind) with people of all ethnic groups across the country, and uniting and striving to achieve the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation.

Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region John Lee (李家超), responsible comrades from the Liaison Office of the Central People's Government in Hong Kong (中央政府驻港联络办), representatives from Hong Kong patriotic and Hong Kong-loving organizations, community associations, representatives from Hong Kong's political, economic, educational, cultural, and publishing circles, and Hong Kong youth representatives attended the new book launch. Relevant responsible persons from the Hong Kong Association for the Promotion of Peaceful Reunification of China (香港友好协进会), the China Enterprise Association of Hong Kong (香港中国企业协会), the Hong Kong Federation of Education Workers (香港教育工作者联会), and the Hong Kong Federation of Literary and Art Circles (中国文学艺术界联合会香港会员总会) accepted book donations at the new book launch. The traditional Chinese versions of the three books are now fully available and heavily promoted in major bookstores in Hong Kong and Macao.

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Li Qiang Presides Over State Council Executive Meeting

Xinhua News Agency, Beijing, July 16th. Premier of the State Council Li Qiang (李强) presided over an executive meeting of the State Council on July 16th to study and implement key policies and measures to strengthen the domestic circulation, hear a report on the preliminary rectification of problems found in the 2024 central budget execution and other fiscal revenue and expenditure audits, hear a report on regulating the competitive order of the new energy vehicle industry, and deliberate and approve the "Decision of the State Council on Amending the Regulations of the People's Republic of China on the Entry and Exit of Foreigners (Draft)".

The meeting pointed out that strengthening the domestic circulation is a strategic move to promote steady and long-term economic development. It is necessary to identify key points of focus, thoroughly implement special actions to boost consumption, systematically remove unreasonable restrictions on residents' consumption, optimize policies for trading in old consumer goods for new ones, increase diversified supply in response to residents' consumption demands, expand investment in new quality productive forces and emerging service industries, fully release the potential of domestic demand, and continuously enhance the endogenous power of the domestic circulation. It is necessary to focus on outstanding problems, improve the accuracy and operability of policies, strengthen coordination and cooperation between departments, gather the joint force of policy implementation, and accelerate the removal of bottlenecks and obstacles restricting the domestic circulation. Relevant departments should further optimize policy design, carefully listen to opinions and suggestions from all parties, actively help local governments and enterprises solve difficulties and promote development, and work together to promote sustained economic improvement.

The meeting pointed out that audit rectification is an important part of exerting the role of audit supervision, and it concerns the government's credibility and execution. For problems found in audits, the main responsibility for rectification of the audited units should be consolidated, the supervisory and management responsibilities of the competent departments should be strengthened, and it should be ensured that rectification is carried out without discount and within the time limit. It is necessary to 举一反三 (jǔ yī fǎn sān - "infer the other three from one," draw inferences about other cases from one instance) and address both the symptoms and root causes, promptly improve systems, plug loopholes, and eliminate the soil for problems to arise. Audit rectification should be taken as a powerful tool to promote work, promote implementation and improve efficiency through rectification, and promote the implementation and effectiveness of various policies and measures.

The meeting pointed out that it is necessary to focus on promoting the high-quality development of the new energy vehicle industry, and in response to various irrational competitive phenomena in the industry, adhere to a combination of short-term and long-term measures and comprehensive policies to effectively regulate the competitive order of the new energy vehicle industry. It is necessary to strengthen cost investigation and price monitoring, strengthen supervision and inspection of product production consistency, and urge key car companies to implement their payment account period commitments. It is necessary to focus on improving the long-term mechanism for regulating competition, strengthen industry self-discipline, better leverage the role of standards in guiding industrial upgrading, and guide enterprises to enhance their competitiveness through technological innovation and quality improvement.

The meeting deliberated and approved the "Decision of the State Council on Amending the Regulations of the People's Republic of China on the Entry and Exit of Foreigners (Draft)".

The meeting also studied other matters.

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Wang Huning Attends Research and Consultation Symposium on Comprehensively Expanding Domestic Demand

This newspaper reported from Beijing on July 16th (Reporter Li Changyu (李昌禹)) A symposium on research and consultation for comprehensively expanding domestic demand was held in Beijing on July 16th to discuss the key research findings of the central committees of democratic parties, the All-China Federation of Industry and Commerce, and personages without party affiliation. Wang Huning (王沪宁), member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, attended and delivered a speech. He stated that since the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China (CPC), the CPC Central Committee with Comrade Xi Jinping (习近平) at its core has firmly implemented the strategy of expanding domestic demand, accelerated the cultivation of a complete domestic demand system, and provided strong support for high-quality economic development. We must thoroughly study and understand General Secretary Xi Jinping's (习近平) important exposition on comprehensively expanding domestic demand, unify our thinking and understanding with the CPC Central Committee's analysis and judgment of the economic situation and its decisions and deployments for expanding domestic demand, take expanding consumption as the foundation, give play to the key role of investment, attach importance to the improvement of the supply system, and contribute wisdom and strength to building a new development pattern and promoting high-quality development.

Wang Huning (王沪宁) fully affirmed the relevant central committees of democratic parties, the All-China Federation of Industry and Commerce, and personages without party affiliation for their continuous and in-depth research and active suggestions on comprehensively expanding domestic demand. He stated that comprehensively expanding domestic demand is a strategic move that is necessary to maintain the long-term, sustained, and healthy development of China's economy and to meet the people's growing needs for a better life. It is necessary to firmly grasp the political stance of serving the central work of the Party and the country, focus on key issues of comprehensively expanding domestic demand, form more in-depth, detailed, and specific research results, do a good job in the application and transformation of results, and improve the quality of key research and political consultation. It is necessary to firmly grasp the fundamental requirement of "four cohesions," earnestly do a good job in strengthening ideological and political guidance, and broadly build consensus and gather strength for the development of the cause of the Party and the country.

Zheng Jianbang (郑建邦), Chairman of the Revolutionary Committee of the Chinese Kuomintang Central Committee, Ding Zhongli (丁仲礼), Chairman of the China Democratic League Central Committee, Su Hui (苏辉), Chairman of the Taiwan Democratic Self-Government League Central Committee, Gao Yunlong (高云龙), Chairman of the All-China Federation of Industry and Commerce, and Sun Qixin (孙其信), representative of personages without party affiliation, introduced the research results at the symposium and put forward pragmatic and pertinent policy suggestions on giving play to the basic role of consumption, promoting service consumption, better leveraging the policy effectiveness of "two focuses" and "two new," stimulating private investment vitality, and improving the system and mechanism for promoting consumption willingness and consumption capacity.

Li Ganjie (李干杰), member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and head of the United Front Work Department of the CPC Central Committee, presided over the meeting. He Baoxiang (何报翔) and Wang Guangqian (王光谦) attended the meeting. Responsible comrades from the National Development and Reform Commission, the Ministry of Finance, and the Ministry of Commerce conducted consultations and exchanges with non-Party personages.

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China's Economic Resilience Seen From 7.2% Export Growth (Reader's Choice · Common Concern)

By: 本报记者 吴秋余

In recent days, the first half of the year's economic data has been released, and China's exports have increased by 7.2%. To be honest, seeing this data is both surprising and delightful, because we have been subjected to considerable external shocks in the first half of the year. How should we view this 7.2%?

--People's Daily Online Netizen

China's economic "mid-year report" was recently released. Among the many data points, the 7.2% export growth rate is particularly striking, demonstrating the resilience of the Chinese economy, and causing some international observers to express admiration and praise.

The foundation of this 7.2% lies in a complete industrial system, and the driving force is the deep integration of technological innovation and industrial innovation. In essence, it is about adapting to international market demand with continuous high-quality supply.

To cite just one example: In the first half of the year, China's exports of high-tech products increased by 9.2%, maintaining growth for nine consecutive months. Among them, the export growth rates of high-end machine tools, ships, and marine engineering equipment all exceeded 20%.

In the past six months, the external environment has changed dramatically, and the Chinese economy has had a difficult journey. However, China's composure and performance, whether from enterprises or the government, give people a sense of calm.

Composure, calmness, confidence, and fearlessness in the face of storms – this is China today.

The general trend and practice of high-quality development in recent years tell us that no matter how the external environment changes, by focusing on managing our own affairs well and unswervingly expanding opening up to the outside world, the Chinese economy can "**任凭风浪起，稳坐钓鱼台**" (rèn píng fēng làng qǐ, wěn zuò diào yú tái - "Let the wind and waves rise, sit steadily on the fishing platform," remain calm and collected despite the surrounding chaos).

Enterprises are calm.

"Don't think about the difficulties, just do it, and move forward step by step." "Difficulties are just difficulties, when are there no difficulties?"

Ren Zhengfei's (任正非) answer during an interview with this newspaper not long ago was quite representative. Just when the international situation changed dramatically in the second quarter of this year and external pressure increased significantly, Chinese companies did not panic because of the sudden external difficulties, but instead became more courageous in the face of adversity.

Yiwu (义乌), Zhejiang (浙江), is a "barometer" and "weathervane" of China's foreign trade trends. "Beyond the waves, it is especially important to remain calm during times of stalemate." Lu Chengjun (吕成均), a merchant who has been selling scales in the Yiwu Small Commodity Market (义乌小商品市场) for 23 years, and whose Chaolan Import and Export Co., Ltd. (超澜进出口有限公司) has a name that reflects this sentiment, maintains inner peace in the face of some international customers "canceling orders."

"Everyone is calm and looking forward to seeing a rainbow after the storm," Lu Chengjun (吕成均) said, expressing the feelings of Yiwu (义乌) merchants. In the face of changes in the external environment, Yiwu (义乌) merchants do not wait or rely on others, but instead work hard to improve their internal skills, strengthen innovation, improve quality, create brands, and expand their foreign trade "circle of friends."

Enterprises are the basic cells of economic activity. At present, individual business entities are relying on hard work and perseverance, composure and calmness, to create a new world for high-quality economic development.

The government is calm.

In 2024, Shenzhen's (深圳) exports reached 2.81 trillion yuan, an increase of 14.6%, ranking first among mainland foreign trade cities for 32 consecutive years. From January to May this year, Shenzhen's (深圳) exports decreased by 8.6%. Dongguan (东莞), which is "just a step away" from Shenzhen (深圳), saw its total foreign trade import and export volume increase by 17.4% from January to May this year, with exports increasing by 11.2%. In the same period last year, Dongguan's (东莞) exports decreased by 3.4%.

Despite the fluctuations in growth rates, the governments of Shenzhen (深圳) and Dongguan (东莞) are very calm, and continue to take pragmatic measures to solve problems for enterprises, add momentum to foreign trade, optimize the environment for development, and steadily advance in an orderly manner. What people see is confidence in steady progress and resilience in adhering to high-quality development.

Wave-like development and tortuous progress are the laws of the development of things; responding to the uncertainty of the situation with the certainty of one's own development, and unswervingly managing one's own affairs well, is the philosophy and belief of the Chinese people.

Through 7.2%, we see the strong resilience and huge potential of the Chinese economy, as well as the composure and calmness of the Chinese people, which is a manifestation of the confidence of a country and a nation.

Confidence is in the present, and even more so in the future. "We have always grown in the baptism of wind and rain and grown stronger through trials and tribulations. Everyone should be full of confidence."

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China will be a promoter of mutually beneficial and win-win global industrial and supply chains

Xinhua News Agency, Beijing, July 16th (Xinhua) The 3rd China International Supply Chain Expo opened in Beijing (北京) on the 16th. He Lifeng (何立峰), member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Vice Premier of the State Council, attended the opening ceremony and delivered a speech.

He Lifeng (何立峰) pointed out that President Xi Jinping (习近平) attaches great importance to the open cooperation of the global industrial and supply chains, and emphasized that only open cooperation can bring win-win development. China is an important link in the global industrial and supply chains, and has always taken practical actions to ensure the stable operation of the global industrial and supply chains, contributing to deepening global industrial and supply chain cooperation and promoting world economic recovery.

He Lifeng (何立峰) emphasized that China will adhere to the division of labor and cooperation, openness and inclusiveness, and be a promoter of mutually beneficial and win-win global industrial and supply chains, and promote the digital, intelligent, and green transformation and upgrading of global industrial and supply chains.

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How to Build and Maintain Rural Roads Well (Policy Interpretation)

By: 本报记者  韩  鑫

As the transportation infrastructure with the widest coverage, largest service population, and strongest public welfare nature in China, the investment, construction, upgrading, and renovation of rural roads have attracted much attention.

The State Council executive meeting held on June 27 reviewed and approved the "Regulations on Rural Roads (Draft)" (hereinafter referred to as the "Regulations"), which solidified the experience, practices, and requirements of "Four Goods Rural Roads" in the form of regulations, and regulated the construction, management, maintenance, and operation of rural roads from a higher level and a more comprehensive dimension.

In the face of new situations and new tasks, what are the challenges in the development of rural roads? How can rural roads be built and maintained well? Recently, reporters interviewed relevant experts.

What is the role of issuing regulations?

By the end of last year, rural roads accounted for nearly 85% of the total mileage of highways in the country.

"The promulgation of the 'Regulations' marks a new step in the development of rural roads and opens a new stage of legalization." Sun Yonghong (孙永红), President of the Highway Science Research Institute of the Ministry of Transport, said that the "Regulations" solidify mature policies and measures in the form of regulations, and become the basic support for promoting the high-quality development of rural roads in the future.

"Although the current highway regulations and regulations have clear provisions on the construction, management, and maintenance of highways, including county and township roads, they are mainly general norms and requirements, and it is difficult to make special provisions for rural roads." Xie Xiaoling (解晓玲), a researcher at the Highway Science Research Institute of the Ministry of Transport, said that the formulation of the "Regulations" is an effective supplement to the current relevant laws and regulations, and will combine the characteristics and actual conditions of rural roads to make systematic legislation and overall treatment.

Since the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China, rural roads have entered a new stage of development. By the end of last year, the total mileage of rural roads in the country accounted for nearly 85% of the total mileage of highways in the country. Since the "14th Five-Year Plan", 716,000 kilometers of new and renovated rural roads have been built, driving a drastic change in the overall appearance of rural areas.

China has a vast rural area and a large population. To date, nearly 500 million people still live in rural areas, and the task of developing rural roads is still arduous: Promoting the comprehensive revitalization of the countryside requires giving full play to the role of rural roads in optimizing the layout of rural industries and promoting the deep integration of rural roads with urban layouts and related industries; Building a livable, workable, and beautiful countryside requires focusing on improving the coverage, service efficiency, and network resilience of highway networks in rural areas; Accelerating the construction of a transportation powerhouse requires promoting the organic connection, complementary advantages, and integrated integration of rural roads with other modes of transportation.

"The promulgation of the 'Regulations' is an important measure to serve and protect the comprehensive revitalization of the countryside and actively respond to people's expectations, which will help transform the environmental and resource advantages of rural areas into economic development advantages, and better provide guarantees for adapting to the needs of the new situation and new tasks." Fang Tian (方田), Deputy Researcher of the Highway Science Research Institute of the Ministry of Transport, said.

Where to focus on upgrading and renovation?

2.7% of rural roads still need to be upgraded and renovated.

The State Council executive meeting proposed that it is necessary to adhere to the problem-oriented approach, put the high-quality development of rural roads in an important position, and upgrade and renovate rural roads that do not meet the technical grade requirements as soon as possible to achieve standards as soon as possible.

Where is the space for upgrading and renovation?

According to the "2024 National Highway Maintenance Statistics Annual Report", by the end of last year, the total mileage of rural roads in the country reached 4.644 million kilometers. According to the technical grade, the proportion of graded highways reached 97.3%, and 2.7% of ungraded highways still need to be upgraded to highways that meet the technical grade requirements in an orderly manner in combination with traffic demand, production and living reality, and related planning.

"It is necessary to adhere to the quality and efficiency-oriented approach and accurately promote the upgrading and renovation of rural roads." Zhu Zhiqiang (朱志强), a researcher at the Highway Science Research Institute of the Ministry of Transport, introduced.

Planning first. Adapt to local conditions, scientifically plan the key points and timing of the layout and construction of rural roads, promote the upgrading of the backbone road network and the extension and improvement of the basic road network, and upgrade and renovate rural roads that do not meet the minimum technical grade requirements as soon as possible to achieve standards as soon as possible. At the same time, deepen the integration of transportation and tourism and energy to serve the development of rural industries.

Safety is paramount. Since 2012, China has cumulatively implemented 1.41 million kilometers of safety life protection projects, and the safety protection level of rural roads has been significantly improved. The next step will be to continue to strengthen the investigation and treatment of risk hazards of rural roads and their bridges and tunnels, and strengthen emergency support and disaster prevention and mitigation capacity building.

Improve quality. Strengthen system construction, standard guidance, social supervision, credit evaluation, etc. to ensure the quality and durability of rural roads and the durability of projects.

It is reported that the Ministry of Transport plans to build and renovate 100,000 kilometers of rural roads throughout the year, add 250 townships with access to third-class and above highways, and add 12,000 natural villages (groups) with a large population with access to hardened roads.

Where does the funding come from for building and maintaining well?

A funding guarantee pattern with public financial investment as the main source and multi-channel fundraising as a supplement has been formed.

At present, the technical grade of rural roads in China is relatively low, and most of them are third- and fourth-class highways. According to the current highway standard specifications, the design service life of asphalt concrete pavement is approximately 8 to 10 years, and the design service life of cement concrete pavement is approximately 10 to 15 years. Maintaining rural roads well and extending the service life of highways has become an inherent requirement for promoting the high-quality development of rural roads.

Where does the funding come from for building and maintaining rural roads well?

"Government investment is the main source of funding for the construction and maintenance of rural roads." Jia Yi (贾毅), Deputy Researcher of the Highway Science Research Institute of the Ministry of Transport, introduced that the central government supports the development of rural roads through vehicle purchase tax revenue subsidies to local funds, transfer payment funds for refined oil tax and fee reform, and other funding channels, and local governments support the development of rural roads through local general public budgets, local government general bonds, etc.

In terms of construction, central investment is mainly based on vehicle purchase tax revenue subsidies to local funds and central budget investment. In 2024, the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Transport jointly issued the "Measures for the Management of Special Funds in the Transportation Field", newly established special funds in the transportation field, and continued to support the construction of rural roads in the form of "incentives instead of subsidies".

In the field of maintenance, the General Office of the State Council's "Opinions on Deepening the Reform of the Management and Maintenance System of Rural Roads" clarifies the funding policy for rural road maintenance. Maintenance project subsidies mainly support local governments in carrying out rural road maintenance projects with transfer payment funds for refined oil tax and fee reform. For daily maintenance funds, the relevant support standards of public finance at the provincial, municipal, and county levels for county, township, and village roads have been delineated, and a dynamic adjustment mechanism is required to be established.

Guided by central funds, various localities have continuously innovated investment and financing mechanisms, and gradually built a funding guarantee pattern for the development of rural roads with public financial investment as the main source and multi-channel fundraising as a supplement.

For example, in Fujian Province, the local government launched "Fu Road Loan", which packages rural road network projects and surrounding industrial parks, tourist attractions, and other income projects as a whole to establish projects, realizing a market-oriented highway financing model and solving the funding problem for rural road construction; Lishui (丽水), Zhejiang Province, introduced an insurance mechanism to realize "timely reporting of accidents, timely repair of damage, and timely arrival of funds" for rural roads in the city, effectively improving the efficiency of disaster damage repair of rural roads.

Data shows that since 2014, the central government has cumulatively invested more than 800 billion yuan in vehicle purchase tax funds in the field of rural roads, driving 4.7 trillion yuan of investment from the whole society, effectively guaranteeing the high-quality development of rural roads.

Focusing on implementing the relevant requirements of the "Regulations", transportation authorities at all levels will further improve relevant policies and systems, implement a new round of rural road upgrading actions, and accelerate the high-quality development of "Four Goods Rural Roads".

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Strengthening the Supervision of Local Asset Management Companies

This newspaper reported from Beijing on July 16th (Reporter Qu Xinming (屈信明)) The National Financial Regulatory Administration recently formulated and released the "Interim Measures for the Supervision and Administration of Local Asset Management Companies" (hereinafter referred to as the "Measures"), to strengthen the supervision and management of local asset management companies, promote the standardized and healthy development of the industry, and better help prevent and resolve regional financial and real economy risks. The "Measures" clarify the regulatory requirements for concentration risk, stipulating that the balance of equity, creditor's rights, and other investment and financing of local asset management companies to a single customer and a single group customer shall not exceed 10% and 15% of their net assets, respectively.

In strengthening risk management, the "Measures" also clarify the regulatory requirements for liquidity risk, stipulating that the high-quality liquid assets held by local asset management companies that meet relevant regulations should not be less than the net cash outflow within the next 30 days. It clarifies the regulatory requirements for related-party transactions, stipulating that the balance of creditor's rights of local asset management companies to all related parties shall not exceed 50% of their net assets at the end of the previous quarter. It regulates external financing, stipulating that the balance of funds raised by local asset management companies shall not exceed 3 times their net assets, to prevent risk spillovers.

The "Measures" clarify the business scope, business ratio, operating area, and scope of acquirable assets of local asset management companies, promoting a focus on their primary responsibilities and serving local areas effectively. It standardizes the disposal of non-performing assets such as debt recovery and external transfer by local asset management companies. It draws operating red lines, clarifying that local asset management companies shall not engage in operating activities such as agreeing to principal guarantees and fixed income commitments or requiring transferors to assume repurchase obligations, helping financial institutions and others to falsely remove assets from their balance sheets to cover up non-performing assets, or providing financing channels for financing platforms to increase implicit local government debt.

In addition, the "Measures" further clarify the division of regulatory responsibilities. Provincial local financial management agencies are fully responsible for the supervision, management, and risk disposal of local asset management companies in their respective regions. The National Financial Regulatory Administration and its dispatched agencies will strengthen the sharing of regulatory information and work coordination with local authorities to jointly guide the standardized and healthy development of the industry.

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China's Longest Metro Loop Line Tunnel Under Yangtze River Breaks Through

On July 16, with the "Jiangcheng Excellence (江城卓越号)" shield tunneling machine successfully arriving at the receiving shaft, the Yangtze River Tunnel of Wuhan (武汉) Rail Transit Line 12 in Hubei (湖北) Province was successfully connected.

Wuhan (武汉) Rail Transit Line 12 has a total length of 59.9 kilometers, making it the longest subway loop line in China. The Yangtze River Tunnel that was connected this time has a total length of 4011 meters, including a 2160-meter section running under the Yangtze River (长江), with a maximum buried depth of 45.5 meters. After Line 12 is completed and opened to traffic, it will connect seven central urban areas of Wuhan (武汉).

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"3D Printing" Applied to Rice Sowing (Three Summers in Progress)

By: 本报记者  周  欢

Can "3D printing" also be used for rice sowing?

On July 15th, at the seedling raising center of Mama's Home Ecological Agriculture Development Co., Ltd. in Wanzai County, Jiangxi Province (江西万载县妈妈家生态农业发展有限公司), the company's head, Chang Chuiming (常垂明), and his employees were stepping up preparations for late rice seedling cultivation.

Rice seeds are poured into a precision-positioning printing seeder, and seedling raising paper is laid on the starting end of the conveyor belt. The seeds leak from above, some are stuck, and the rest are shaken off the paper with the vibration of the conveyor belt... In this way, the rice seeds are "printed" on the seedling raising paper.

"Wouldn't it be better to just scatter the seeds directly? That's 多此一举 (duō cǐ yī jǔ - "more than one move," to do something that is unnecessary and superfluous)!" Some of the surrounding farmers questioned.

What are the advantages of using "3D printing"?

Chang Chuiming (常垂明) recalled that when he first started doing agricultural services a few years ago, he discovered that there was room for improvement in seedling raising operations - the seedling trays directly entered the conveyor belt, and the rice seeds fell into the tray holes in an unordered manner, with as many as eight or nine grains and as few as none. "There are few effective seedlings, and sixty to seventy seedling trays are needed per mu of land, requiring four to five jin of seeds. If there are too many seeds in the same hole, it will also affect germination and growth," said Chang Chuiming (常垂明).

By chance, he learned about "3D printing" rice sowing technology, and Chang Chuiming (常垂明) was very excited: "There are 42 glue dots per row on the seedling raising paper, each dot sticks one or two seeds, corresponding to the holes on the seedling tray one by one, and the problem of uneven seed distribution is solved. Moreover, the glue is made of starch, kudzu root powder and other raw materials, which is very safe."

Wu Luofa (吴罗发), a researcher at the Agricultural Engineering Research Institute of the Jiangxi Academy of Agricultural Sciences (江西省农业科学院农业工程研究所), introduced that "3D printing" rice sowing precisely arranges rice seeds and sticks them on degradable seedling raising paper made of edible materials, which can realize precise and mechanized seedling raising, reduce planting costs, and increase rice yield.

No sooner said than done, Chang Chuiming (常垂明) began the experiment: he spread the seedling raising paper on the seedling tray, sprinkled water to moisten it, and the thin paper softened when it encountered water, and the seeds stuck on the reverse side slowly fell off and into the seedling tray.

"More than 90% of the holes have seeds!" "The seedling raising paper decomposes in about two days, which can keep moisture and warmth and improve seed germination rate." The experimental results were satisfactory, and Chang Chuiming (常垂明) was very happy.

After discussing with the villagers, Chang Chuiming (常垂明) decided to try planting on a part of the paddy fields.

"The seedlings are strong, and they turn green about 5 days earlier than ordinary seedlings after being transplanted," said Zhu Guangping (朱广平), a villager in Longtian Village (龙田村), Shuangqiao Town (双桥镇), who participated in the trial planting of 100 mu of land.

"Not only are the seedlings strong, but they also save seeds!" Chang Chuiming (常垂明) pointed to the operating printing seeder and said that now only 3 jin of seeds are used per mu of land, saving fifty or sixty yuan.

In the past, during the "double抢 (qiǎng)" period of rushing to harvest early rice and rushing to plant late rice, seedlings waited for the fields. If the seedlings were not transplanted from the seedling trays to the fields as soon as possible, they might grow excessively - "manifested as thin and weak seedlings, slender stems, yellow leaves, and poor root development, which the people commonly call 'high-legged seedlings' and 'yellowing seedlings', which seriously affect the survival rate and yield after transplantation," said Wu Luofa (吴罗发).

Therefore, every year during the "double抢 (qiǎng)" period, the early rice harvest and late rice transplanting must be completed within 20 days after late rice seedling raising. "Calculating the time is very critical," said Chang Chuiming (常垂明).

Using "3D printing" rice sowing technology improves the flexibility of seedling raising. "The 'printed' seedling raising paper is rolled into a tube, stored well, and it's no problem to leave it for half a year, and take it as you use it," said Chang Chuiming (常垂明). "Not only that, 'printing' sowing can achieve sparse sowing and uniform sowing, and the seedlings in the seedling tray, even after twenty or thirty days, will basically not appear to grow excessively."

"It seems to add a procedure, but in fact it leaves enough time for the 'double抢 (qiǎng)', and the procedures saved later and the benefits brought are many!" said Chang Chuiming (常垂明).

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Some things require a tough battle, while others require persistent effort over time.

By: 本报记者 杜尚泽 杨 旭

Time: July 14, 2025

Agenda: The Central Urban Work Conference is held in Beijing (北京)

The Central Urban Work Conference, held again after 10 years, marks a new historical position accumulated over time:

"China's urbanization is shifting from a period of rapid growth to a period of stable development, and urban development is shifting from a stage of large-scale incremental expansion to a stage dominated by stock improvement and quality enhancement."

"Observe the principles of prosperity and decline, and assess the suitability of power and influence." The Chinese Communists of the new era attach particular importance to the accurate judgment and profound grasp of time and trends.

Building a modern people's city, "with adhering to the connotative development of the city as the main line." General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) not only draws up guidance but also implements dialectical policies: "The Western industrialization process took hundreds of years, while we only used decades. At a deeper level, we still have many shortcomings in industrialization, and we need to spend time to make up for them. The same is true for urbanization. We cannot just focus on appearances without substance. We must not engage in quick success and instant benefits. Some things require tough battles, while others require sustained efforts."

(I) Maintain Sufficient Historical Patience

Achieving urbanization in a developing country with a population of more than 1.4 billion has no precedent in the history of human social development.

At the meeting, the overall requirements, important principles, and key tasks for doing a good job in urban work were clarified. General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) looked far ahead: "Embark on a new path of urban modernization with Chinese characteristics."

The new path corresponds to the old path of "extensive expansion, imbalance between people and land, and destruction of the environment." To promote high-quality urban development, what things require sustained efforts, and what things brook no delay?

"I really like to study history. As a politician, if you are not familiar with history, especially Chinese history, and do not have a sense of historical depth to grasp what you are doing now and formulate our goals, you will not be able to do today's work well." General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) pointed out earnestly that eagerness for quick success is also related to a lack of historical sense.

A sense of history is a perspective that cannot be ignored in the connotative development of a city.

In the process of modernization, the proportion of cities rises, and the proportion of villages declines. However, no matter how far industrialization and urbanization progress, the countryside will not disappear. The General Secretary had already analyzed, "On one side are prosperous cities, and on the other side are declining rural areas." "Such modernization cannot be successful!"

At the meeting, the General Secretary once again viewed it dialectically, "Let rural revitalization and urban development be organically combined" "The current flow of urban and rural populations is still migratory. The balanced transformation between urban residents and farmers should be reflected in policies." It is based on this judgment that the central government has a "safety net" policy: the contracted farmland and homesteads of the people who move to the city can be withdrawn voluntarily, and the government cannot forcibly take them back. "This process requires sufficient historical patience."

The continuation of cultural heritage is a commitment that cannot be lost in the connotative development of a city.

Fuzhou (福州) is also known as Rongcheng (榕城). At the meeting, General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) told a story: During the Northern Song Dynasty, Zhang Boyu (张伯玉), the prefect of Fuzhou (福州), advocated "planting banyan trees by households." Many years later, the city was full of green shade, and the summer heat was not exposed. "When I was in Fuzhou (福州), Fujian (福建), I advocated planting more trees and less grass, so that the people would not be exposed to the sun."

Culture is the soul of a city. The attitude is clear on what to support and what to oppose: "Things like large-scale migration and felling of trees, indiscriminate construction of cultural landmarks, and arbitrary changes to old place names must never be done again."

"Adhering to the connotative development of the city" is the only way to achieve high-quality urban development.

At the last Central Urban Work Conference, the General Secretary had already pointed out the word "connotation": "Promote the transformation of urban development from extensive expansion to connotative improvement." From external to internal is a profound reflection on the driving force of development, "Relying on piling up and spreading out cannot nurture modern urban clusters."

At the meeting, from the main line of connotative development, he talked about "five transformations": transforming urban development concepts, methods, driving forces, and work focus and methods. The profound changes are driving the choice between "latent achievements" and "obvious achievements."

"Urge leading cadres to establish correct views on political achievements, overcome impetuous emotions, and abandon selfish distractions." General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) said earnestly, "Ordinary assessments cannot only focus on how much GDP has grown and how many large projects have been built, but also on how much debt is owed. We cannot let some people pass the buck and leave the problems to future generations."

(II) Building a Modern People's City

"Innovation, livability, beauty, resilience, civilization, and intelligence," General Secretary Xi Jinping's (习近平) important speech at the meeting set the construction goals for a modern people's city.

The meeting deployed key tasks for urban work, "one optimization, six constructions." And the "six constructions" correspond to the 6 words in the construction goals. "Vibrant," "comfortable and convenient," "green and low-carbon," "safe and reliable," "morally noble and kind," and "convenient and efficient" are the 6 attributes, with the city as the subject and the people as the focus.

This is also a concrete expression of the concept of a people's city.

At the Central Urban Work Conference 10 years ago, the important concept of "people's city for the people" was incorporated into the warp and weft of Xi Jinping's (习近平) Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era.

In recent years, the General Secretary has walked through many cities, the continuous ecological greenways interpret "harmonious coexistence between man and nature," and the community renovations that have taken "embroidery" efforts are warm and harmonious... thinking all the way.

"Food, clothing, housing, transportation, birth, aging, illness, death, and living and working in peace and contentment," in the organic life of the city with more than 690 cities and 940 million urban permanent residents, people are the protagonists and the core. The essence of modernization is the modernization of people. The construction goals vividly fit the essential characteristics of Chinese-style modernization.

Urban work condenses the dialectic of "achieving greatness while striving for precision":

Small things such as promoting garbage classification and the "Clean Plate Campaign," "must be continuously promoted, and cannot be tight for a while and then loose for a while." General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) said to the party and government leaders present, "How is garbage classification being implemented in various places?" "Drinking water safety must be constantly grasped" "Consumption and waste cannot be equated," implementing precise policies and persevering.

Broad things such as promoting the follow-up relay of "not one can be left behind." After completing the arduous task of eliminating absolute poverty, poverty alleviation and de-stigmatization are by no means the end. "All countries in the world affirm our poverty alleviation efforts, and this common human value is the most basic." General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) earnestly warned, "Now we cannot ignore the risk of people returning to poverty" "Ensuring the bottom line of people's livelihood is also a basic feature of socialism with Chinese characteristics."

To judge "whether urban work is done well," the people's reputation is better than golden cups and silver cups. "In the past, GDP was used to judge heroes, and everything else was ignored, and one good point covered up a hundred bad points. Now, many things are ruined by one bad point, and credibility, image, and reputation immediately decline. Everyone must not ignore where the people's feelings are strongest. 'Even small officials in the state and county care about every branch and leaf.'"

(III) Hear the Echoes of Implementation

"Every item has a landing, and every matter has a response." Keeping one's word is a distinct style of governance of the Communist Party of China.

At the meeting, General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) talked about the deployment of urban work: "After things are said, we must hear the echoes of implementation and see how well they are implemented."

Behind the echoes is the consistent concept of governing the country.

The "one respect, five coordinations" proposed at the last Central Urban Work Conference were mentioned again by the General Secretary, "These are not outdated and must continue to be implemented."

Comparing the deployments of the two meetings: "Focusing on building vibrant and innovative cities" is an upgrade of "making innovation the main driving force for urban development"; "Focusing on building green and low-carbon beautiful cities" enriches and develops the idea and method of "integrating good mountains, good water, and good scenery into cities"...

Moreover, the placement of innovative cities is a vivid footnote to "putting innovation at the core of the overall national development"; the requirements for green and low-carbon are a vivid practice of Xi Jinping's (习近平) ecological civilization thought... Xi Jinping's (习近平) Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era leads the entire process of urban planning, construction, development, and governance, and the sparks of practice reflect the power of thought.

The echoes of implementation are similar to the "grasping implementation like hammering nails" written by Xi Jinping (习近平) in "Zhejiang New Words," 异曲同工 (yì qǔ tóng gōng - "different tunes played in the same way," different approaches leading to the same result).

In the echoes, there is the reform courage to overcome difficulties.

A metaphor of "changing clothes" used when working in Zhejiang (浙江) is still praised today. Comrade Xi Jinping (习近平) described the obstacles of the system and mechanism not adapting to economic development as "having to change a big clothes for a child who is growing fast." In 2006, Zhejiang Province (浙江省) implemented an unprecedented expansion of power to Yiwu (义乌); in 2019, Longgang (龙港) was changed from a town to a city.

Today's urban work is in the historical process of further comprehensively deepening reforms. At the meeting, the General Secretary reviewed the enlightenment gained from the breakthroughs in the two places in Zhejiang (浙江): "For county-level cities and megacities with large economic scale and rapid population growth, the economic and social management authority should be adjusted and expanded in a timely manner."

In the echoes, there is the development resilience to do well and achieve success.

Diverting Beijing's (北京) non-capital functions as an exploratory move in the governance of megacities originated after the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China.

"'Big city diseases' have been significantly alleviated." General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) reviewed the achievements at this meeting: "In the past, overseas public opinion believed that it was unsolvable. Only 10 years have passed, and Beijing (北京) has achieved significant results in solving 'big city diseases' and has become the first megacity in the country to achieve reduced development."

"The most commendable thing is that the air quality has improved significantly, and blue skies have become the norm. I did not break my promise when I announced the 'APEC Blue' to the world at the Beijing (北京) APEC meeting, and it was achieved." Whatever is promised, we will spare no effort to promote it, even if the mountains are high and the road is far, and we are not afraid of wind and rain.

The premise of implementation is also to act according to the laws. "Promoting urbanization is a gradual process that comes naturally, and it must conform to the laws of economic and social development and cannot be divorced from reality and eager for quick success."

"When starting projects, people always talk about a few things: artificial intelligence, computing power, and new energy vehicles. Do all provinces and cities in the country have to develop industries in these directions?" General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) observed the industrial layout from the perspective of "acting according to the laws" and pointed out the development problems: "Resolutely oppose formalism and bureaucracy, and also solve the problem of pretending to understand and being self-righteous, and prevent the emergence of 'three-pat' cadres who pat their chests, pat their heads, and pat their butts."

A set of data carries the echoes of progress in the new era:

The urbanization rate increased from 53.1% in 2012 to 67% in 2024;

The operating mileage of urban rail transit is nearly 11,000 kilometers, the water supply coverage rate, gas coverage rate, and sewage treatment rate are all close to 100%, and the centralized heating area in heating areas accounts for more than 90%;

More than 68 million sets of various types of affordable housing and shantytown renovation resettlement housing have been built, benefiting 170 million people;

In 2024, the average concentration of PM2.5 in key cities across the country decreased by about 60% compared with 2013, and the harmless treatment rate of urban domestic waste across the country exceeded 99%...

And what is more than these data? The level of new urbanization and the development level of cities have been greatly improved, modern urban clusters and metropolitan areas have grown stronger, and Xiong'an New Area (雄安新区) has sprung up...

Creating the world's largest and fastest urbanization process, China has engraved a profound mark in the history of world urban development. The magnificent chapter of modern people's cities continues, and the magnificent narrative of the new era is an epic jointly written by hundreds of millions of people.

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Li Qiang Presides Over State Council Executive Meeting

Xinhua News Agency, Beijing, July 16th. Premier of the State Council Li Qiang (李强) presided over an executive meeting of the State Council on July 16th to study and implement key policies and measures to strengthen the domestic circulation, hear a report on the preliminary rectification of problems found in the 2024 central budget execution and other fiscal revenue and expenditure audits, hear a report on regulating the competitive order of the new energy vehicle industry, and review and approve the "Decision of the State Council on Amending the Regulations of the People's Republic of China on the Administration of Entry and Exit of Foreigners (Draft)".

The meeting pointed out that strengthening the domestic circulation is a strategic move to promote the steady and long-term development of the economy. It is necessary to identify key points of focus, thoroughly implement special actions to boost consumption, systematically remove unreasonable restrictions on residents' consumption, optimize policies for trading in old consumer goods for new ones, cater to the diversified supply of residents' consumption demands, expand investment in new quality productive forces and emerging service industries, fully unleash the potential of domestic demand, and continuously enhance the endogenous power of the domestic circulation. It is necessary to focus on outstanding problems, improve the accuracy and operability of policies, strengthen coordination and cooperation between departments, gather the combined force of policy implementation, and accelerate the removal of bottlenecks and obstacles restricting the domestic circulation. Relevant departments should further optimize policy design, carefully listen to opinions and suggestions from all parties, actively help local governments and enterprises solve difficulties and promote development, and work together to promote sustained economic improvement.

The meeting pointed out that audit rectification is an important part of exerting the role of audit supervision, and it concerns the government's credibility and execution. For problems found in audits, it is necessary to consolidate the main responsibility of the audited units for rectification, strengthen the supervisory and management responsibilities of the competent departments, and ensure that rectification is carried out without fail within the time limit. It is necessary to 举一反三 (jǔ yī fǎn sān - "infer the other three cases from one instance," to draw inferences about other cases from one instance; to learn by analogy) and address both the symptoms and root causes, promptly improve the system, plug loopholes, and eradicate the soil for the breeding of problems. Audit rectification should be taken as a powerful tool to promote work, promote implementation and improve efficiency through rectification, and promote the implementation and effectiveness of various policies and measures.

The meeting pointed out that it is necessary to focus on promoting the high-quality development of the new energy vehicle industry, and in response to various irrational competition phenomena in the industry, adhere to a combination of short-term and long-term measures, and comprehensively implement policies to effectively regulate the competitive order of the new energy vehicle industry. It is necessary to strengthen cost investigation and price monitoring, strengthen supervision and inspection of product production consistency, and urge key car companies to implement their payment account period commitments. It is necessary to focus on improving the long-term mechanism for regulating competition, strengthen industry self-discipline, better leverage the role of standards in leading industrial upgrading, and guide enterprises to enhance their competitiveness through technological innovation and quality improvement.

The meeting reviewed and approved the "Decision of the State Council on Amending the Regulations of the People's Republic of China on the Administration of Entry and Exit of Foreigners (Draft)".

The meeting also studied other matters.

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Wang Huning Attends Research and Consultation Symposium on Comprehensively Expanding Domestic Demand

This newspaper reported from Beijing on July 16th (Reporter Li Changyu (李昌禹)) A symposium on research and consultation for comprehensively expanding domestic demand was held in Beijing on July 16th to discuss the key research findings of the central committees of democratic parties, the All-China Federation of Industry and Commerce, and personages without party affiliation. Wang Huning (王沪宁), member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, attended and delivered a speech. He stated that since the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China (CPC), the CPC Central Committee with Comrade Xi Jinping (习近平) at its core has firmly implemented the strategy of expanding domestic demand, accelerated the cultivation of a complete domestic demand system, and provided strong support for high-quality economic development. We must deeply study and comprehend General Secretary Xi Jinping's (习近平) important exposition on comprehensively expanding domestic demand, unify our thinking and understanding with the CPC Central Committee's analysis and judgment of the economic situation and its decisions and deployments for expanding domestic demand, take expanding consumption as the foundation, give play to the key role of investment, attach importance to the improvement of the supply system, and contribute wisdom and strength to building a new development pattern and promoting high-quality development.

Wang Huning (王沪宁) fully affirmed the relevant democratic parties' central committees, the All-China Federation of Industry and Commerce, and personages without party affiliation for their continuous and in-depth research and active suggestions on comprehensively expanding domestic demand. He stated that comprehensively expanding domestic demand is a strategic move that is necessary to maintain the long-term, sustained, and healthy development of China's economy and to meet the people's growing needs for a better life. It is necessary to firmly grasp the political stance of serving the central work of the Party and the country, focus on key issues of comprehensively expanding domestic demand, form more in-depth, detailed, and specific research results, do a good job in the application and transformation of results, and improve the quality of key research and political consultation. It is necessary to firmly grasp the fundamental requirement of "four cohesions," solidly do a good job in strengthening ideological and political guidance, and broadly gather strength for the development of the cause of the Party and the country.

Zheng Jianbang (郑建邦), Chairman of the Revolutionary Committee of the Chinese Kuomintang Central Committee, Ding Zhongli (丁仲礼), Chairman of the China Democratic League Central Committee, Su Hui (苏辉), Chairperson of the Taiwan Democratic Self-Government League Central Committee, Gao Yunlong (高云龙), Chairman of the All-China Federation of Industry and Commerce, and Sun Qixin (孙其信), representative of personages without party affiliation, introduced the research results at the symposium and put forward practical and pertinent policy recommendations on giving play to the basic role of consumption, promoting service consumption, better leveraging the policy effectiveness of "two focuses" and "two news," stimulating private investment vitality, and improving the system and mechanism for promoting consumption willingness and consumption capacity.

Li Ganjie (李干杰), member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and head of the United Front Work Department of the CPC Central Committee, presided over the meeting. He Baoxiang (何报翔) and Wang Guangqian (王光谦) attended the meeting. Responsible comrades from the National Development and Reform Commission, the Ministry of Finance, and the Ministry of Commerce conducted consultations and exchanges with non-Party personages.

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China-Europe Railway Express Central Route Exceeds 2,000 Trains This Year

Hohhot (呼和浩特), July 16th (Reporter Zhang Cheng (张枨)) As of July 15th, the number of China-Europe Railway Express trains entering and exiting via the Erenhot (二连浩特) railway port in Inner Mongolia (内蒙古) along the central corridor of the China-Europe Railway Express has exceeded 2,000 this year, 13 days earlier than last year. This year, the number of China-Europe Railway Express trains passing through increased by 138 year-on-year; 226,500 TEUs and 2,563,000 tons of goods were transported, representing year-on-year increases of 6.7% and 10.5% respectively.

The Erenhot (二连浩特) railway port is the only entry and exit railway port in the central corridor of the China-Europe Railway Express. Since the first train opened in 2013, the port has seen a cumulative total of 19,000 China-Europe Railway Express trains passing through, reaching more than 70 hub stations in over 10 countries, including Germany (德国) and Poland (波兰). The variety of export goods is becoming increasingly diverse, shifting from primarily mechanical parts, clothing, and shoes and hats to primarily new energy vehicles, electronic products, and household appliances.

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China Continues to Contribute to Global Economic Growth

On July 15th, the National Bureau of Statistics of China (中国国家统计局) released data showing that China's (中国) gross domestic product (GDP) grew by 5.3% year-on-year in the first half of the year, an increase of 0.3 percentage points compared to the same period last year and the whole year. International individuals interviewed by this newspaper's reporters stated that the Chinese (中国) economy withstood pressure, overcame difficulties, and achieved overall stable and positive economic performance. While making new progress in high-quality development, it injected more momentum and certainty into the world economy.

"The Chinese (中国) economy has continued its stable and positive trend."

Currently, unilateralism and protectionism are intensifying, multilateralism and free trade are facing severe challenges, the world economy is recovering weakly, and the uncertainty of the external environment is putting some pressure on the stable operation of the Chinese (中国) economy. As the world's second-largest economy, the trend of the Chinese (中国) economy has attracted high attention from the international community. Data shows that in the first half of this year, China's (中国) high-quality economic development has been moving in a new and positive direction, demonstrating strong resilience and vitality.

"Faced with a complex and severe domestic and international situation, the Chinese (中国) economy achieved a growth of 5.3% in the first half of 2025, which fully proves that China's (中国) more proactive and effective macro policies are taking effect." Former Moroccan Minister of Economy and Finance, Walaalou (瓦拉卢), said, "The Chinese (中国) economy has continued its stable and positive trend, which is of great significance for maintaining the stability of the global supply chain and boosting global market confidence."

"Faced with a complex and volatile international environment, especially against the background of the sharp changes in the international situation and the significant increase in external pressure since the second quarter, the Chinese (中国) economy has demonstrated strong resilience and endogenous power." Mario Estrella (马里奥·埃斯特雷拉), President of the Brazil-China (巴西中国) Business, Trade, Culture and Development Cooperation Association, said that China (中国) continues to promote technological innovation and green development, and the potential of its ultra-large-scale market continues to be released, bringing more opportunities for global economic growth.

Recently, several foreign institutions, including Citibank (花旗银行), UBS Group (瑞银集团), Goldman Sachs Group (高盛集团), and JPMorgan Chase (摩根大通), have raised their forecasts for China's (中国) economic growth rate in 2025, believing that the momentum of China's (中国) economic development continues to strengthen, and the positive trend is expected to continue in the second half of the year.

"China's (中国) economic performance in the first half of 2025 exceeded expectations, and the stable and progressive development trend and results have laid a good foundation for achieving the annual growth target of around 5%. The Chinese (中国) economy will continue to be a major engine of world economic growth." Carl Fey (卡尔·费), Professor of Strategy at BI Norwegian Business School, believes that China's (中国) policies are stable, the trend of economic development is relatively predictable, which gives companies confidence and facilitates better decision-making and planning.

"One important reason for the stable and positive development of the Chinese (中国) economy is that China (中国) is developing new quality productive forces in accordance with local conditions and increasing the rapid development of new industries, new technologies, and new business formats. This not only injects a continuous stream of new impetus into its own high-quality development, but also provides an important reference for the development of the Global South." said Mohammed Sadiq (穆罕默德·萨迪克), a researcher at the Saudi Research and Knowledge Exchange Center.

"Provides a new path for global digital transformation"

Data shows that in the first half of this year, the growth rate of domestic market sales in China (中国) rebounded, and the sales situation of consumer upgrade products was good. The total retail sales of consumer goods increased by 5.0% year-on-year. The policy of replacing old consumer goods with new ones continued to show its effect, and the national online retail sales increased by 8.5% year-on-year. Industrial production grew rapidly, the equipment manufacturing industry and the high-tech manufacturing industry grew well, and the added value of high-tech manufacturing industries above the designated size increased by 9.5%.

"'Two news' and 'two priorities' policies have been expanded, the 'Special Action Plan for Boosting Consumption' has been released, and support has been given to promoting the real estate market to stop falling and stabilize... The Chinese (中国) government has taken active actions to promote consumption as the main driver of economic growth." Raihan Ronodipuro (拉伊汉·罗诺迪普罗), a researcher at the ASEAN-China (东盟—中国) Research Center of the University of Indonesia (印度尼西亚大学), said that the government's effective policies and measures have provided strong support for the stable growth of the Chinese (中国) economy and alleviated external shocks such as the slowdown in global economic growth.

Mian Abra (米安·阿布拉), editor of *Pakistan Today* (《今日巴基斯坦报》), who has long been concerned about China's (中国) economic trends, noted that in the first half of this year, various regions in China (中国) actively promoted the implementation of policies such as "trade-in" and "national subsidies" to promote the consumer market, and continuously stimulated the potential and vitality of the consumer market. In addition, "China (中国) continues to increase investment in innovation, and innovative achievements continue to emerge. From DeepSeek (DeepSeek) to the Robot Marathon, from aerospace to unmanned driving... China's (中国) high-tech industries are booming, empowering industrial transformation and upgrading." Abra (阿布拉) said.

"China's (中国) achievements in digital economy, intelligent manufacturing, and green transformation are remarkable, especially in the fields of artificial intelligence, unmanned driving, and humanoid robots, China (中国) has been at the forefront of the world." Eddie Sánchez Iglesias (埃迪·桑切斯·伊格莱西亚), director of the Spanish Marxist Research Foundation (西班牙马克思主义研究基金会), said that China (中国) continues to increase its efforts in technological innovation, promote talent cultivation, industry-university-research integration, etc., to create a good ecology for the transformation of economic growth from factor-driven to innovation-driven, "promoting China (中国) to achieve high-quality development and providing a new path for global digital transformation."

The *Global Innovation Index Report 2024* (《2024年全球创新指数报告》) released by the World Intellectual Property Organization (世界知识产权组织) shows that China's (中国) ranking in global innovation has risen to eleventh, making it one of the fastest-growing economies in innovation in the past 10 years. "China (中国) is transforming into a 'world high value-added manufacturing country', with a significant increase in innovation investment and a leading number of patent applications globally." Carl Fey (卡尔·费) said that China (中国) is accelerating its green and low-carbon transformation, and Northern Europe and China (中国) have consistent goals and huge cooperation potential in this field. "Norway (挪威) has technological advantages in carbon capture and storage, green shipping, etc., and China (中国) is a leader in the production and application of global wind power equipment. Deepening cooperation between the two sides will promote European-Chinese (欧中) green cooperation to a higher level."

"An open China (中国) continues to provide more opportunities for world development"

China's (中国) economic development in the past was achieved under open conditions, and China's (中国) future high-quality economic development must also be carried out under more open conditions. China (中国) adheres to true multilateralism, promotes inclusive and inclusive economic globalization, actively participates in global economic governance, and is committed to building an open world economy.

"While promoting high-quality development, China (中国) has always been committed to sharing development opportunities with countries in the Global South." Paul Frimpong (保罗·弗林蓬), Executive Director of the Ghana-China (加纳非中) Policy Advisory Center, said that China (中国) grants 100% tariff-free treatment to all products from the 33 least developed countries in Africa (非洲) and other countries that have diplomatic relations with China (中国), and at the same time relies on platforms such as the China International Import Expo (进博会), the China International Supply Chain Expo (链博会), and the China-Africa Economic and Trade Expo (中非经贸博览会) to expand high-level opening up and inject momentum into global economic and trade cooperation.

"In the first five months of this year, more than 24,000 new foreign-invested enterprises were established in China (中国), an increase of more than 10% year-on-year, indicating that China (中国) is still an ideal, safe, and promising investment destination for foreign investors." Iglesias (伊格莱西亚) said that in the process of China's (中国) high-level opening up, more and more Spanish companies (西班牙), especially those in high-tech, green energy, and agricultural food, are actively seeking to establish closer ties with the Chinese (中国) market.

On January 1st this year, the *Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement* (《区域全面经济伙伴关系协定》) marked its third anniversary of implementation; in May this year, the negotiations for the 3.0 version of the China-ASEAN (中国—东盟) Free Trade Area were fully completed. "China (中国) continues to tighten its economic and trade ties with the region and the world." Tang Zhimin (汤之敏), Director of the China-ASEAN (中国—东盟) Research Center of Thailand's (泰国) Panyapiwat Institute of Management (正大管理学院), said that based on the solid foundation, strong resilience, and sufficient momentum of its own economic development, China (中国) maintains a high level of opening up to the outside world. In the first half of the year, its imports and exports to ASEAN (东盟) increased by 9.6%, to countries jointly building the "Belt and Road" (“一带一路”) increased by 4.7%, and to economies such as the European Union (欧盟) and South Korea (日韩) also achieved growth, continuing to be a "stabilizing anchor" for global trade.

Steadily expanding institutional opening up in rules, regulations, management, standards, etc., actively aligning with international high-standard economic and trade rules, and deepening the reform of the foreign trade, foreign investment, and foreign investment management system... China (中国) continues to expand high-level opening up to the outside world. Estrella (埃斯特雷拉) said that the continuously optimized business environment has further enhanced China's (中国) attractiveness as a global investment hotspot, promoting more Latin American (拉美) companies to connect with the Chinese (中国) ultra-large-scale market. "An open China (中国) continues to provide more opportunities for world development." Estrella (埃斯特雷拉) said.

"Empowered by the rebound in export growth, the expansion of domestic consumption, and the improvement of high-tech product manufacturing, China (中国) continues to contribute to world economic growth." Ahmed Sulayem (艾哈迈德·苏莱伊姆), Chief Executive Officer of the Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (迪拜多种商品交易中心), said that the steady growth of the Chinese (中国) economy continues to empower economic and trade cooperation between Arab countries (阿拉伯) and China (中国), and also provides opportunities for the development of countries around the world.

(Reported on July 16th from Beijing (北京), Dubai (迪拜), Cairo (开罗), Rio de Janeiro (里约热内卢), Madrid (马德里), Islamabad (伊斯兰堡), Jakarta (雅加达), Johannesburg (约翰内斯堡), and Bangkok (曼谷) by reporters Chen Xirui (陈熙芮), Guan Kejiang (管克江), Ren Haoyu (任皓宇), Huang Peizhao (黄培昭), Chen Yiming (陈一鸣), Yan Huan (颜欢), Cheng Shijie (程是颉), Cao Shiyun (曹师韵), Zou Song (邹松), and Zhang Jinruo (张矜若))

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Jointly Promote the Security and Stability of Global Industrial and Supply Chains (Entering the China International Supply Chain Expo)

The third China International Supply Chain Expo (hereinafter referred to as "CISCE"), themed "Connecting the World for a Shared Future," opened in Beijing (北京) on July 16. This year's CISCE further amplifies its functions as a platform for trade promotion, investment cooperation, innovation aggregation, and learning exchange, creating positive conditions for enterprises from various countries to deepen cooperation in industrial and supply chains. Representatives from various countries stated that the CISCE is a platform for China (中国) to promote high-level opening-up, and all parties should work together to maintain the multilateral trading system with the World Trade Organization (世界贸易组织) as its core, and contribute more to promoting the construction of an open world economy.

“Provides broad space for enterprises to promote innovation and sustainable development”

New products and new highlights are the keywords of this year's CISCE. 651 enterprises and institutions from 75 countries and regions participated in the exhibition, focusing on showcasing new technologies, new products, and new services in key links of the upstream, midstream, and downstream of each chain, with overseas exhibitors accounting for 35%.

In the advanced manufacturing chain exhibition area, Sumitomo Electric Industries exhibited its semiconductor product—gallium arsenide substrate—for the first time. The product has low crystal defect density and high intra-wafer uniformity, and can be used in mobile phone base stations and satellite communications. Takeo Takeo, a relevant person in charge of Sumitomo Electric Industries, said: "Through the CISCE, we can not only understand the development trends of each link in the industrial and supply chain, but also grasp the organic connection between each link, so as to have a more comprehensive understanding of the supply chain we are in."

"Capturing carbon dioxide and converting it into raw materials is a good alternative!" In front of the carbon dioxide capture and resource utilization energy model in the National Energy Group (国家能源集团) exhibition hall, Portia Mgomzulu, Group Executive Director of Eskom (南非国家电力公司), and her colleagues carefully watched and inquired about technical details. She told reporters that South Africa (南非) is looking for various alternative clean energy sources, and China (中国) has strong technical capabilities in the field of clean energy. The cooperation between Eskom and its Chinese (中国) partners has been fruitful, and she looks forward to further strengthening cooperation between the two parties in the future.

Cargill showcased its full range of products in agriculture, food, and animal nutrition, as well as innovative solutions for the Chinese (中国) market. Liu Chang, a relevant person in charge of Cargill, said that as the world's largest food consumer and importer, Chinese (中国) consumers are increasingly demanding diversified, nutritious, healthy, and environmentally friendly foods, "providing broad space for enterprises to promote innovation and sustainable development."

"Medtronic has developed nearly 7,000 supply chain partners in China (中国) and formed a close cooperative ecosystem with them." Gu Yushao, Senior Vice President of Medtronic Global, introduced that in March of this year, Medtronic's first digital medical innovation base in China (中国) was completed in Beijing (北京) and is expected to be officially put into operation by the end of 2025. "Made in China (中国智造)" has gradually become an important innovation pillar in the company's global value chain system. "Promoting cooperation and common progress is the key to promoting medical innovation to benefit patients around the world. China (中国) will become the world's largest medical market and an important source of innovation, playing an increasingly important role in the global medical industry chain."

Wacker Chemie AG (德国瓦克公司) made its debut at the CISCE this year. As a world-leading manufacturer of silicone materials, the company is exploring the application of silicone materials in new energy vehicles. It exhibited four new high-performance silicone materials, which can be used for battery safety and thermal insulation protection of new energy vehicles. Wu Haojiong, a relevant person in charge of Wacker Chemie AG, said: "China's (中国) new energy vehicle industry chain is complete, developing rapidly, and has a broad market. We look forward to working closely with upstream and downstream partners to further promote the continuous and healthy development of new energy vehicles."

GE Healthcare (通用电气医疗) is participating for the third time, and together with Chinese (中国) suppliers, it focused on showcasing more than 10 of the latest domestically produced high-end medical equipment intelligent manufacturing achievements in the fields of CT, magnetic resonance, nuclear medicine, and advanced visualization diagnosis and treatment, as well as domestically produced core components such as CT bearings, detectors, magnetic resonance superconducting wires, and ultrasound circuit boards. Chen Heqiang, a relevant person in charge of GE Healthcare, said: "This year, we are focusing on showcasing the latest progress in the green supply chain, integrating the latest practices of the green ecosystem into all links of the industrial chain from the perspective of our own and the industry's sustainable development, and promoting the continuous advancement of the supply chain and innovation chain towards lean, intelligent, and green development."

“Promoted trade, investment, cooperation, innovation, and exchanges in the global supply chain system”

Precise and advanced industrial models, agile "Robot Total Mobilization," and notebooks with freely retractable screens... The exhibition site is filled with a sense of technology. This year's CISCE has specially set up an innovation chain exhibition area and a new product launch exhibition area. It is expected that there will be more than 100 first releases, first shows, and first exhibitions, an increase of 10% compared to the previous session.

"This time, we have a total of 30 manufacturers and producers participating in the exhibition. The products range from naturally extracted clean cosmetics to durable electrical equipment, all of which are representative products of South Africa (南非)." South African (南非) Deputy President Paul Mashatile (保罗·马沙蒂莱) said that the CISCE is an important platform for showcasing the diversity of South African (南非) exports and will further promote cooperation between South African (南非) and Chinese (中国) enterprises. By showcasing the latest development achievements in the field of supply chain management, "the CISCE has promoted trade, investment, cooperation, innovation, and exchanges in the global supply chain system."

Ekachat Seetavorarat, Permanent Secretary of the Thai Ministry of Commerce (泰国商业部常务副次长艾卡阐·斯达瓦拉澜), said that the CISCE brings together the industrial and innovation sectors of various countries, strengthens the global supply chain, and promotes sustainable economic growth. "We are not only building a supply chain, but also laying the foundation for future prosperity, sustainable development, and cooperation. The partnerships established here today, the innovations generated, and the firm commitments made will all have a profound impact on the future development of the global value chain."

Jensen Huang (黄仁勋), founder and CEO of NVIDIA (英伟达公司), shared the company's experience in cooperating and developing with Chinese (中国) partners at the opening ceremony. He said that China's (中国) open-source artificial intelligence (AI) is a catalyst for promoting global progress, allowing countries and industries to participate. Open source is also the key to ensuring AI safety, which helps promote international cooperation in technical standards, performance benchmarks, and security protection measures.

"**独木不成林**" (dú mù bù chéng lín - "a single tree does not make a forest," one person cannot accomplish much alone; unity is strength). John Denton (约翰·丹顿), Secretary-General of the International Chamber of Commerce (国际商会), who participated in the CISCE for the third time, quoted this Chinese (中国) 成语. He said that the CISCE is not only an expo, but also connects economies, businesses, and people, and can also shape global supply chain partnerships, helping the world economy recover and prosper together. "We must strengthen the belief in cooperation between countries, and only cooperation can revitalize global trade."

“Always adhere to long-term development in China and are full of confidence in the future of the Chinese market”

At the opening ceremony, the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (中国贸促会) and representatives of the business community jointly released the "Beijing Initiative of the Third China International Supply Chain Expo," calling for maintaining the security and stability of the global industrial and supply chain, adhering to innovation-led development, accelerating the development of digital and intelligent supply chains, building green and sustainable supply chains, and deepening cooperation between the global business community. Ren Hongbin (任鸿斌), Chairman of the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (中国贸促会会长), said that this year's CISCE has a higher level of internationalization, a clearer chain logic, and more prominent innovation leadership. He welcomed more friends from the business community to join hands and work together with a positive attitude and constructive actions to maintain the multilateral trading system with the World Trade Organization (世界贸易组织) as its core.

Corning Incorporated's (美国康宁公司) booth covers an area of 100 square meters, showcasing the company's vigorous development in the Chinese (中国) market in industries such as display technology, optical communications, automotive applications, mobile consumer electronics, and life sciences. Lin Chunmei (林春梅), a relevant person in charge of Corning Incorporated (美国康宁公司), said that since entering the Chinese (中国) market in 1980, the company has witnessed China's (中国) progress from "bringing in" to "institutional opening-up." China (中国) continues to optimize the investment and business environment for foreign businesses, providing a fundamental guarantee for foreign-funded enterprises to take root in the Chinese (中国) market for long-term development. "We have always regarded China (中国) as the core engine of global innovation and growth, always adhere to long-term development in China (中国), and are full of confidence in the future of the Chinese (中国) market."

In China (中国), Siemens (西门子) has built a comprehensive ecosystem consisting of 20 R&D centers, 24 production and manufacturing bases, and more than 20 digital innovation empowerment centers, covering more than 50,000 customers and nearly 10,000 suppliers. Xiao Song (肖松), Global Executive Vice President of Siemens (西门子全球执行副总裁), said that thanks to its complete industrial system, huge market space, and other advantages, China (中国) is a key link in the global industrial and supply chain and is crucial to the resilience, security, and stability of the industrial and supply chain. "We will strive to use digital and low-carbon technologies to help Chinese (中国) enterprises upgrade advanced manufacturing and jointly build a more resilient and sustainable global industrial and supply chain."

"Against the background of the current adjustment of the global trade pattern, building an open, inclusive, stable, and efficient supply chain system is becoming a common consensus in the international community." Yin Zheng (尹正), Executive Vice President of Schneider Electric (施耐德电气执行副总裁), said that with its huge market size, strong industrial foundation, and open business environment, China (中国) has become an important part of stabilizing the global supply chain. China (中国) is an important engine of global economic growth and has a solid industrial foundation and strong supply chain support capabilities, which provides stable expectations for multinational companies and enhances their confidence in deepening their presence in China (中国).

(Reporters Wang Hui (王慧), Li Mo (李墨), Li Xinyi (李欣怡), Huang Fahong (黄发红), Li Yingqi (李应齐), Mou Zongcong (牟宗琮), and Li Ming (李明) of this newspaper)

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Moving Towards "New" with Surging Momentum (Harmony Voice)

New quality productive forces represent the direction of advanced productive forces' evolution. The Chinese economy, moving towards "new," will progress steadily and sustainably, adding new vitality and injecting new impetus into global development.

On July 15th, China's economic report card for the first half of 2025 was released, with GDP growth reaching 5.3%, maintaining a stable and progressive development trend and fully demonstrating its resilience and strong tenacity. Among these, the growth and expansion of new driving forces has become an important highlight. Various regions in China are developing new quality productive forces in accordance with local conditions, increasing the integration of technological innovation and industrial innovation, and becoming a strong engine for promoting high-quality development.

Technological innovation can spawn new industries, new models, and new driving forces, and is the core element for developing new quality productive forces. In recent years, China has vigorously implemented the innovation-driven development strategy, accelerated the promotion of high-level technological self-reliance, entered the ranks of innovative countries, and its global innovation index ranking has jumped from 34th in 2012 to 11th in 2024. From the "human-machine co-running" marathon field to the Chinese-style romance of "cyber fireworks" blooming, to DeepSeek igniting a national artificial intelligence upsurge, technological innovation is deeply empowering China's economic and social development and more broadly affecting people's production and life. In 2024, the added value of "three new" industries accounted for about 18% of GDP. From January to May this year, China's effective invention patent applications approached 5 million, an increase of 12.8%. An innovative China shines with vitality everywhere, and its development momentum is even stronger.

Behind the momentum of innovation is the gradual consolidation of the foundation of science and technology innovation. At present, China's R&D expenditure accounts for nearly 2.7% of GDP, which has exceeded the average level of the European Union and is close to the average level of OECD countries. China ranks first in the world in terms of total human resources, total science and technology human resources, and total R&D personnel, ranks first in the world in the number of global top 100 science and technology innovation clusters, and has more than 460,000 high-tech enterprises. Abundant innovation elements and a vibrant innovation ecosystem allow innovation achievements to emerge, powerfully promoting the development of new quality productive forces. As World Economic Forum Managing Director Jeremy Jurgens observed, China has strong research institutions and a large number of technical talents, which help promote the development of China's new quality productive forces.

Vigorously promoting the deep integration of technological innovation and industrial innovation allows the "potential energy" of innovation to continue to transform into the "kinetic energy" of the economy. By transforming and upgrading traditional industries, cultivating and strengthening emerging industries, and laying out and building future industries, China's economic high-quality development is full of momentum. In the first half of this year, the added value of China's high-tech manufacturing above designated size increased by 9.5% year-on-year. From January to May, the operating income of strategic emerging service enterprises above designated size increased by nearly 10%. At present, the added value of China's digital economy core industries accounts for about 10% of GDP, which is at a relatively high level even compared with developed countries. China's green development is improving in quality and efficiency, and its role as a global leader in green transformation is further consolidated. Chinese foreign trade enterprises seize the new trend of global energy transition and continue to increase the supply of high-quality green products. In the first half of the year, the export growth rate of lithium batteries and wind turbine generator sets both exceeded 20%.

China's efforts to develop new quality productive forces have also brought new opportunities for international cooperation. Thanks to China's technological breakthroughs and large-scale applications in the field of renewable energy, the global cost of wind power and photovoltaic power generation has decreased by more than 60% and 80% respectively in the past 10 years. From 2014 to 2023, China's generative artificial intelligence patent applications exceeded 38,000, ranking first in the world and injecting strong impetus into the development of the global artificial intelligence industry. Following last year's jump to second place in the global market share of China's industrial robot exports, exports continued to grow by 61.5% in the first half of this year. Cooking, cleaning, food delivery, entertainment and other robots are becoming more and more intelligent, bringing more convenience to the lives of global consumers. Schneider Electric (施耐德电气) has newly established an innovation center in Beijing (北京), Siemens Healthineers' (西门子医疗) new R&D and manufacturing base project has been laid in Shenzhen (深圳), Airbus (空客) is cooperating with China (中国) to promote the green transformation of the aviation industry... Due to their optimism about China's high-quality development prospects, multinational companies continue to increase their investment in China. The Chinese side welcomes more foreign companies to base themselves in China, look at the world, and achieve two-way engagement and win-win cooperation in the wave of new quality productive forces development.

To go with China is to go with opportunity. New quality productive forces represent the direction of advanced productive forces' evolution. The Chinese economy, moving towards "new," will progress steadily and sustainably, adding new vitality and injecting new impetus into global development.

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Wang Yi Meets with SCO Secretary-General and Foreign Ministers of Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Pakistan, and Iran Respectively

Xinhua News Agency, Tianjin, July 16th. Wang Yi (王毅), Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Minister of Foreign Affairs, met with Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Secretary-General Zhang Ming (张明), Uzbek Foreign Minister Bakhtiyor Saidov (赛义多夫), Tajik Foreign Minister Sirojiddin Muhriddin (穆赫里丁), Pakistani Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar (达尔), and Iranian Foreign Minister Ali Bagheri Kani (阿拉格齐) in Tianjin (天津) on July 16th.

During the meeting with Zhang Ming (张明), Wang Yi (王毅) stated that since China (中国) assumed the rotating presidency of the SCO, it has held more than 90 activities to promote a series of cooperation projects. The aim is to consolidate the joint efforts of member states and strengthen the SCO in a practical way. He expressed hope that the Secretary-General would continue to support China's (中国) presidency and cooperate with China (中国) in holding a friendly, united, and fruitful summit.

Zhang Ming (张明) congratulated the successful holding of the SCO Foreign Ministers' Meeting, saying that he was deeply impressed and agreed with the visionary insights of President Xi Jinping (习近平) when he met with representatives of all parties and spoke on the development of the SCO. The Secretariat will continue to fully support China's (中国) presidency and jointly prepare for the Tianjin (天津) summit.

During the meeting with Bakhtiyor Saidov (赛义多夫), Wang Yi (王毅) stated that China (中国) is willing to work with Uzbekistan (乌兹别克斯坦) to fully implement the consensus of the leaders, prepare for the next stage of high-level exchanges, and promote the higher-quality and higher-level development of bilateral relations. The two sides should accelerate cooperation in key areas, promote the early opening of the China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan railway, and create more new achievements in cooperation.

Bakhtiyor Saidov (赛义多夫) said that under the leadership of President Xi Jinping (习近平), China (中国) has made historic achievements, and Uzbekistan (乌兹别克斯坦) deeply admires this. The two heads of state have led the upgrading of Uzbekistan-China (乌中) relations to a comprehensive strategic partnership for all weather in the new era, and fruitful results have been achieved in practical cooperation in various fields. Uzbekistan (乌兹别克斯坦) will, as always, fully support and assist China (中国) in hosting the Tianjin (天津) summit.

During the meeting with Sirojiddin Muhriddin (穆赫里丁), Wang Yi (王毅) stated that China (中国) is willing to work with Tajikistan (塔吉克斯坦) to implement the consensus of the two heads of state and prepare for the next stage of high-level exchanges. The two sides should implement the intergovernmental plan for economic and trade cooperation, improve the level of connectivity between the two countries, and strengthen practical cooperation in various fields such as investment, energy, and counter-terrorism security.

Sirojiddin Muhriddin (穆赫里丁) said that Tajikistan (塔吉克斯坦) will fully support and cooperate with China (中国) to ensure that the Tianjin (天津) summit becomes a historic event. Under the guidance of the two heads of state, Tajikistan-China (塔中) relations have opened a new chapter. Tajikistan (塔吉克斯坦) is willing to work with China (中国) to promote the Tajikistan-China (塔中) comprehensive strategic partnership in the new era to a higher level.

During the meeting with Ishaq Dar (达尔), Wang Yi (王毅) stated that China-Pakistan (中巴) friendship is unique and enduring. China (中国) is willing to work with Pakistan (巴基斯坦) to implement the important consensus of the leaders of the two countries and promote the building of a China-Pakistan (中巴) community with a shared future to a deeper and more solid level. China (中国) supports Pakistan (巴基斯坦) in carrying out counter-terrorism operations to the end. China (中国) believes that Pakistan (巴基斯坦) will continue to do its best to ensure the safety of Chinese personnel, projects, and institutions in Pakistan (巴基斯坦).

Ishaq Dar (达尔) said that Pakistan (巴基斯坦) unhesitatingly supports China (中国) on issues involving China's (中国) core interests. Pakistan (巴基斯坦) fully supports China (中国) in preparing for the SCO Tianjin (天津) summit, looks forward to further deepening all-round cooperation between the two sides, and attaches great importance to and will fully guarantee the safety of Chinese personnel and institutions in Pakistan (巴基斯坦).

During the meeting with Ali Bagheri Kani (阿拉格齐), Wang Yi (王毅) stated that as a comprehensive strategic partner, China (中国) will continue to support Iran (伊朗) in defending its national sovereignty and national dignity, support Iran (伊朗) in resisting power politics and bullying practices, support Iran (伊朗) in safeguarding its legitimate rights and interests through political negotiations, and support Iran (伊朗) in adhering to the principle of good-neighborliness and continuously improving and developing relations with neighboring countries.

Ali Bagheri Kani (阿拉格齐) said that Iran's (伊朗) will to develop relations with China (中国) is even more firm and unwavering. Iran (伊朗) supports China's (中国) work as the rotating presidency of the SCO and the preparation for the Tianjin (天津) summit, and is willing to strengthen high-level exchanges between the two countries, deepen mutually beneficial cooperation, and continue to firmly support each other.

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Jointly Expand New Space for Digital Economy Cooperation (Promoting the "Shanghai Spirit": The SCO in Action)

By: 本报记者  龚相娟

The 2025 SCO Digital Economy Forum, themed "Digital Economy as a New Link, Jointly Expanding New Space for Cooperation," was recently held in Tianjin (天津). More than 1,500 guests from governments, enterprises, universities, and think tanks of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (上海合作组织) member states attended the forum. They exchanged ideas on the development and cooperation in areas such as digital infrastructure construction, data circulation and trading, artificial intelligence applications, smart city construction, and digital talent cultivation and training, contributing to the sustainable development of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (上海合作组织).

In the current era of digital waves sweeping the globe, digital infrastructure has become a key support for national and regional development. China and other Shanghai Cooperation Organization (上海合作组织) countries have always taken the "Shanghai Spirit" as the cornerstone, continuously consolidating consensus on digital development, improving mechanism construction, and promoting pragmatic cooperation in the digital field. The "Shanghai Cooperation Organization (上海合作组织) Member States Digital Transformation Action Plan" released in June this year provides a roadmap for deepening digital infrastructure cooperation among Shanghai Cooperation Organization (上海合作组织) member states.

In Kyrgyzstan (吉尔吉斯斯坦), the 5G network constructed with the participation of Chinese enterprises covers major cities, helping to increase the local Internet penetration rate from 43% to over 70%. In Tajikistan (塔吉克斯坦), the China-Tajikistan (中塔) cooperative digital medical platform has achieved full coverage of remote consultations, benefiting people in remote areas. China has built 10 Luban Workshops (鲁班工坊) in Shanghai Cooperation Organization (上海合作组织) countries, closely integrating digital talent cultivation with academic education and vocational training. "China has become the most important partner in the field of digital economic development in Central Asia. Digital cooperation with China and other Shanghai Cooperation Organization (上海合作组织) member states is becoming an important path for Central Asian countries to achieve digital transformation." Daniyar Kurbanov (达尼亚尔·库尔班诺夫), Director of the Department of Historical and Cultural Heritage and Humanistic Studies at the Uzbekistan (乌兹别克斯坦) International Institute for Central Asia, said that Uzbekistan (乌兹别克斯坦) is fully promoting the modernization of information infrastructure and the application of artificial intelligence. Through bilateral mechanisms, the China-Central Asia cooperation mechanism, and multiple platforms such as the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (上海合作组织), cooperation between Central Asian countries and China is becoming a key driving force for promoting digital transformation in the Central Asian region.

During the forum, typical cases of digital economy cooperation between China and Shanghai Cooperation Organization (上海合作组织) countries were released. Hu Jianbo (胡坚波), President of the China National Data Development Research Institute, introduced that the digital industrial parks jointly built by Shanghai Cooperation Organization (上海合作组织) countries cover multiple fields such as agricultural technology, cross-border trade, technology transformation, and smart manufacturing. The establishment of the China-Shanghai Cooperation Organization (中国—上海合作组织) Big Data Cooperation Center is an important milestone. Since its launch, the center has actively promoted cooperation in the digital economy field among Shanghai Cooperation Organization (上海合作组织) countries: China has advanced joint research with Uzbekistan (乌兹别克斯坦), Cambodia (柬埔寨), and other countries; it has conducted eight phases of "SCO Tree" digital technology training, providing training for more than 770 trainees from over 20 government departments, enterprises, and universities in Shanghai Cooperation Organization (上海合作组织) member states, helping to enhance the regional digital talent reserve.

"The digital economy is the Silk Road of the new era, and developing the digital economy is our common vision," said Ahmed Darwish (艾哈迈德·达维什), former Minister of Administrative Development of Egypt (埃及) and former Chairman of the Suez Canal Economic Zone. "The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (上海合作组织) provides a platform for jointly building a digital future driven by technology, guided by wisdom, based on fairness, and benefiting everyone." "This forum provides an important opportunity for the digital economic development and cooperation of Shanghai Cooperation Organization (上海合作组织) countries and will promote the overall unity and development of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (上海合作组织)," said Sergei Kanavsky (谢尔盖·卡纳夫斯基), Executive Secretary of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (上海合作组织) Business Council.

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President Tshisekedi and Prime Minister Lukonde of the Democratic Republic of the Congo Meet with Qin Boyong Respectively

Xinhua News Agency, Kinshasa, July 15th (Reporter Shi Yu (史彧)) Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) President Félix Tshisekedi (齐塞克迪) and Prime Minister Sama Lukonde Kyenge (图卢卡) met with Qin Boyong (秦博勇), Vice Chairperson of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (全国政协), in Kinshasa (金沙萨) on the 15th, respectively.

Qin Boyong (秦博勇) conveyed the cordial greetings of Chinese leaders, including President Xi Jinping (习近平), to the leaders of the DRC, and stated that China is willing to work with the DRC to implement the consensus reached by the two heads of state and the outcomes of the Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation, deepen high-quality joint construction of the "Belt and Road" and pragmatic cooperation, and promote continuous new progress in the comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership between the two countries. Qin Boyong (秦博勇) introduced China's economic development and Chinese-style modernization.

The DRC leaders asked Qin Boyong (秦博勇) to convey their best wishes to Chinese leaders, including President Xi Jinping (习近平), and thanked China for its long-term and valuable support, expressing their willingness to actively expand friendly cooperation in areas such as economy and trade, mining, and agriculture. The DRC firmly adheres to the One China principle and hopes that China will achieve its great cause of reunification at an early date.

Qin Boyong (秦博勇) led a delegation from the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (全国政协) on an invitation-based visit to the DRC from the 14th to the 15th, during which she also met with Bahati Lukwebo (巴哈蒂), Second Deputy Speaker of the Senate of the DRC.

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Liu Jianchao Meets with Guests from Malta and India Respectively

Xinhua News Agency, Beijing, July 15th. On July 14th, Minister Liu Jianchao (刘建超) of the International Department of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (中共中央对外联络部) met in Beijing (北京) with Maltese Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Tourism, Ian Borg (博奇), and Indian External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar (苏杰生), respectively, to exchange views on strengthening political dialogue and cooperation, promoting the development of state relations, and issues of common concern.

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Focusing on Resolving the Urgent and Pressing Employment Difficulties and Concerns of People with Disabilities (Authoritative Release)

By: 本报记者 易舒冉

In recent days, the General Office of the State Council issued the "Three-Year Action Plan for Promoting the Employment of Persons with Disabilities (2025-2027)" (i.e., the second phase of the three-year action, hereinafter referred to as the "Plan"). On July 16, the State Council Information Office held a State Council policy briefing to introduce the relevant situation.

"Since the implementation of the first phase of the three-year action, a total of 1.648 million new jobs have been created for urban and rural people with disabilities nationwide, and the employment rate has increased by 4.8 percentage points." Li Dongmei (李东梅), Vice Chairman and Vice President of the China Disabled Persons' Federation (中国残联), said that the problems of difficulty in employment, unstable employment, and generally low employment quality for people with disabilities still exist. In order to further broaden employment channels for people with disabilities, promote fuller and higher-quality employment for people with disabilities, and effectively protect the equal rights of people with disabilities, it is necessary to implement the three-year action to promote the employment of people with disabilities on a rolling basis.

The "Plan" puts forward 13 policy measures around 4 aspects, proposes the implementation of ten major actions, and also clearly requires local governments at all levels to incorporate the promotion of employment of people with disabilities into livelihood projects, providing strong financial and information guarantees for the high-quality development of employment for people with disabilities.

Optimize and Improve Employment Services for People with Disabilities

"The focus of the second phase of the three-year action is to transform 'flood irrigation' into 'precision drip irrigation,' not only to solve the problem of 'whether there are jobs' but also to solve the problems of 'whether it is suitable' and 'whether it is stable.'" Ren Zhanbin (任占斌), Director of the Education and Employment Department of the China Disabled Persons' Federation (中国残联), said.

How to promote the improvement of the quality and efficiency of employment services for people with disabilities? The "Plan" puts forward many practical measures:

The service content is more personalized. The "Plan" proposes to improve the information exchange mechanism for college students with disabilities between departments, promote information exchange and sharing in accordance with regulations, establish a "one person, one policy" employment service ledger, and carry out "one-on-one" precise services.

The service methods are more diversified. The "Plan" requires promoting in-depth regional employment and entrepreneurship work consultation and cooperation in the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei (京津冀), Yangtze River Delta (长三角), Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (粤港澳大湾区), Chengdu-Chongqing (成渝) and other regions, and regularly holding regional employment service exchange activities for people with disabilities. Support relevant localities to carry out full-chain integrated employment services for people with autism and other mental disabilities.

The service effectiveness is more prominent in its bottom-line function. The "Plan" clarifies that districts under the jurisdiction of cities and counties (cities) with a large number of people with disabilities should establish at least one auxiliary employment institution for people with disabilities. Local human resources and social security departments should increase supervision and strictly correct acts that infringe on the employment rights and interests of people with disabilities in accordance with laws and regulations.

"It is worth mentioning that this plan also pays special attention to the particularly difficult employment groups among people with disabilities. For example, for patients with autism, it proposes to 'support relevant localities to carry out full-chain integrated employment services for people with autism and other mental disabilities,'" said Ren Zhanbin (任占斌).

Helping Rural People with Disabilities Find Employment and Increase Income

Currently, nearly 80% of people with disability certificates in China live in rural areas. Solving the employment problem of rural people with disabilities is an important part of doing a good job in the employment of people with disabilities.

"On the one hand, we pay close attention to the living conditions of low-income people with disabilities, strengthen care and concern, do a good job in monitoring and assistance, and prevent special and difficult groups of people with disabilities from returning to poverty; on the other hand, for a considerable number of rural people with disabilities who have certain labor ability and willingness, we actively carry out industrial and employment assistance to guide them to make positive contributions to promoting the comprehensive revitalization of the countryside." Tang Ke (唐珂), Director of the Rural Social Affairs Promotion Department of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, said.

The "Plan" proposes to implement an employment assistance action for rural people with disabilities. Tang Ke (唐珂) introduced three specific measures: "Increase assistance to rural people with disabilities, implement employment assistance measures such as employment assistance workshops and rural public welfare posts for eligible rural people with disabilities; guide rural people with disabilities to participate in agricultural production and operation and rural industrial development projects by transferring land management rights through leasing, shareholding, etc., promote the agricultural business entity credit direct train to provide convenient services for eligible disabled farmers, guide financial institutions to provide credit support; guide rural craftsmen to absorb and drive willing people with disabilities to learn skills and techniques, and encourage migrant workers, college graduates, veterans, scientific and technological personnel to develop new industries and new formats in rural areas, extend the industrial chain, and provide more employment opportunities for rural people with disabilities."

Promoting Self-Employment and Flexible Employment for People with Disabilities

Obtaining income through labor, reducing the burden on families, and realizing the value of life are what many people with disabilities look forward to. Ren Zhanbin (任占斌) introduced that during the "14th Five-Year Plan" period, the China Disabled Persons' Federation (中国残联) together with the All-China Women's Federation (全国妇联) and other five departments launched the "Beautiful Workshop" employment and income increase project for disabled women, driving more than 15,000 people to work at home and helping a large number of disabled women to achieve employment and income increase through fingertip skills.

The "Plan" proposes that cities (prefectures, states, leagues) with conditions can set up entrepreneurship incubation bases for people with disabilities, include eligible people with disabilities in the scope of rights protection and support policies for flexible employment and new employment forms, and provide necessary convenience.

Yun Donglai (运东来), head of the Employment Promotion Department of the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security, said: "Support enterprises to develop more employment positions suitable for people with disabilities, encourage people with disabilities to rely on Internet platforms for employment, and broaden the market-oriented employment channels for people with disabilities. Improve the support system for entrepreneurship training, entrepreneurship services, entrepreneurship incubation, and entrepreneurship activities, promote the efficient handling of entrepreneurship 'one thing,' and support people with disabilities to start their own businesses."

Guo Qimin (郭启民), head of the Employment, Income Distribution and Consumption Department of the National Development and Reform Commission (国家发展改革委), said that the next step will be to develop the "Internet +" home employment model for people with disabilities, help more people with disabilities realize their self-worth through employment, and become participants, contributors and sharers of high-quality economic and social development.

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Listening to the Historical Echoes of the "Yellow River Cantata" (People's Forum)

By: 石  羚

"Roar, Yellow River! Unleash your raging waves, let out your wild cries!"

On the occasion of the 80th anniversary of the victory against Japanese aggression, this "Yellow River Cantata," written in a cave dwelling in Yan'an (延安) in 1939, has been performed time and again, resonating across time and space.

Classics are constantly performed and renewed because they not only flow with heart-stirring melodies but also engrave the historical memory of suffering and glory, and inherit the immortal spirit of the great War of Resistance.

"Every note is like a bullet, shooting into the enemy's chest." Although unable to fight on the battlefield, poets and composers used their pens as guns, inspiring the people's fighting spirit. "Those with strength contribute strength, those with money contribute money, those with guns contribute guns, those with knowledge contribute knowledge." The pen touches upon the responsibility that everyone is responsible for the rise and fall of the world.

"This is written with the melody of all of China." From Shanxi (山西) folk songs to Shaanxi (陕北) music to boatmen's work songs, the notes from all over the country converge in one furnace, which is a profound footnote to the national war of resistance! Hundreds of millions of compatriots united as one, building an indestructible wall of iron.

History is silent, but music has a voice. A work that has been performed for a long time lies in its infectiousness that transcends ancient and modern times; a spirit that lasts forever lies in its lasting influence. When the younger generation blurt out "The wind is roaring, the horse is neighing," the invisible and powerful spiritual power is also inherited in the long river of time.

Hukou Waterfall (壶口瀑布) is eternally surging. More than 80 years ago, the scene of boatmen fighting against the raging wind and waves in this area ignited the inspiration of Guang Weiran (光未然) and wrote the lyrics of the "Yellow River Cantata." Today, boatmen and trackers have gradually retired, but "land boat travel" has been integrated into live performances, and cultural tourism integration has made the land generate gold; the banks are lined with green trees, and the ecological background is becoming more and more distinct... Yellow waves, green mountains, and red culture paint a new picture of development for both sides of the Yellow River.

Xi Jinping (习近平), General Secretary, has held three symposiums on ecological protection and high-quality development in the Yellow River Basin, proposed "creating a new era of the Yellow River Cantata," and emphasized "singing the new era 'Yellow River Cantata' with concerted efforts." He has scientifically planned for the sustainable development of the mother river, and the Yellow River has stirred up a magnificent symphony of the times.

The smoke of gunpowder has long dissipated, and the journey continues. Persisting with firm beliefs, 80% of the Mu Us Desert (毛乌素沙地) has been dyed green and is about to become the world's first disappearing desert. Generations of desertification control workers have written the legend of "people advancing and sand retreating"; playing a good coordinated game, Ningxia (宁夏) and Sichuan (四川) have promoted inter-provincial water rights transactions in the Yellow River, and Shandong (山东) has deepened counterpart assistance to Qinghai (青海), demonstrating the deep friendship of "drinking water from the Yellow River together"; venturing forward regardless of difficulties, the Hetao (河套) Irrigation District has promoted information-based transformation, and the Taihang Mountains (太行山脉) have cultivated a "computing from the east, data from the west" support point, empowering technological transformation... The new cantata has high-quality development as its main theme.

From national salvation to national rejuvenation, historical missions have evolved with the development of the times, but patriotic feelings will not become outdated, the power of struggle will not decline, and the meaning of unity will not diminish.

Looking at it from a longer time perspective, the Yellow River is the mother river that nourishes all things and also a river of sorrow with frequent disasters. For thousands of years, the spirit of self-improvement tempered in overcoming floods has become the spiritual code for the Chinese nation to overcome difficulties and the powerful foundation for the continuous development of Chinese civilization.

Today, the Yellow River Basin's water security guarantee capacity continues to increase, but ecological protection and high-quality development still need to be strengthened; poverty alleviation has been achieved, but common prosperity still requires effort. In today's world, peace has become a consensus, but new turmoil and changes are evolving... The unprecedented cause will not be smooth sailing, and the warning that "the Chinese nation is at its most dangerous moment" is still ringing in our ears. On the road to Chinese-style modernization, we will inevitably encounter risks and challenges, and we can only achieve our careers by overcoming obstacles.

Two years ago, conductor Li Xincao (李心草) carefully took over the baton left by Xian Xinghai (冼星海) and conducted the "Yellow River Cantata." The "handover across space" symbolizes the inheritance of the torch. Inscribing firm beliefs, tenacious will, and the determination to win in the past history, we must also focus on the actions of the present—

"Be careful, don't be lazy! Fight hard, don't be timid... Don't be afraid of the thousand-foot waves as high as mountains!"

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"I have a responsibility to pass on my professional skills to more newcomers" (The Party flag flies high on the front lines)

By: 本报记者  付明丽

At the Zhenchengdi Mine of Shanxi Coking Coal Group Xishan Coal Electricity (Group) Co., Ltd. (山西焦煤集团西山煤电（集团）有限责任公司镇城底矿), every 20 seconds, more than 1,100 safety monitoring data points, such as underground methane concentration, are uploaded to the monitoring system, 24 hours a day.

"My job is to install, debug, maintain, and repair safety monitoring systems and equipment, monitor changes in harmful gases underground, and ensure coal production safety," said Ma Liming (马黎明) (pictured, photo by Zhang Dongdong (张冬冬)), a safety instrument monitoring worker at Zhenchengdi Mine. Rooted in the front line for more than 20 years, Ma Liming (马黎明) has won more than a dozen honorary titles such as National Technical Expert and National Model Worker.

Being able to accurately identify safety instrument circuit components with "one touch," having a "clear understanding" of the main parameters and technical performance indicators, and being "highly skilled" in finding and troubleshooting faults, Ma Liming's (马黎明) superior skills come from years of dedicated research and study.

"I have loved radio since I was a child. When I first started working, I followed my masters every day to study the structure, performance, and principles of various sensors," Ma Liming (马黎明) recalled. "My captain at the time understood technology and loved to study it. He often soldered circuit boards himself and made some small inventions, which could bring great help to the work."

Influenced by his captain, Ma Liming's (马黎明) interest in his work grew stronger. In 2007, he participated in a skills competition organized by the company for the first time and won second place. "It was this competition that made me realize my technical shortcomings." After the competition, Ma Liming (马黎明) bought industry magazines and technical books, and also purchased tools such as digital oscilloscopes, resistance-capacitance meters, and digital multimeters, learning and doing at the same time, and working hard to improve his skills.

The 10th National Coal Industry Occupational Skills Competition for Safety Instrument Monitoring Workers in 2021 was of great significance to Ma Liming (马黎明). This competition added projects such as the integration and transformation of safety monitoring systems, new technologies, and new equipment, which were challenging. To this end, Ma Liming (马黎明) insisted on practicing every day. He practiced making network cable crystal heads hundreds of times a day. He recorded the process of simulated competitions to find room for improvement. In repeated practice, his speed became faster and faster, and the time to complete an exercise was reduced from 65 minutes to 41 minutes. In the end, Ma Liming (马黎明) won first place and was the only contestant to complete all the projects.

Over the years, Ma Liming (马黎明) has developed a "Coal Mine Safety Monitoring System Simulation Experiment Platform," has more than 60 innovative achievements, has repaired more than 1,200 various sensors, and has eliminated more than 800 monitoring system failures and potential safety hazards, saving the company more than 2 million yuan in costs.

As a front-line technical worker, Ma Liming (马黎明) deeply knows the importance of passing on experience and providing guidance. In 2015, the "Ma Liming (马黎明) Innovation Studio" was established. "The coal mining industry is undergoing digital and intelligent upgrades, and there is more and more to learn. I must keep pace with the times and help everyone master more new technologies!" he said.

Walking into the Zhenchengdi Mine (镇城底矿) Safety Instrument Monitoring Worker Electromechanical Training Base, the 6,000-volt high-voltage electrical operation system is emitting a low hum. The intelligent teaching equipment configured here can transform complex underground electromechanical faults into visual models.

"In the past, learning maintenance relied on oral instruction and personal understanding. Now, through visual models, students can intuitively see the internal operating mechanism of the equipment," said Zhao Ruopeng (赵若鹏), a senior engineer at Zhenchengdi Mine (镇城底矿). This is the "three-dimensional fault tree teaching method" innovated by the "Ma Liming (马黎明) Innovation Studio," which reduces the traditional training cycle by 1/3 while effectively improving the training qualification rate.

In the past two years, Zhenchengdi Mine (镇城底矿) has implemented the "Blue Apprentice Program," encouraging outstanding technicians to sign "mentorship agreements" with new employees to build a strong team of technicians. Ma Liming (马黎明) actively responded and has trained 5 technicians, 17 senior workers, and 3 apprentices who have won first place in the group company's skills competition. He said: "The Party and the country have cultivated me, and I have a responsibility to pass on my professional skills to more newcomers. Only when everyone's technical literacy is improved can the safe development of coal mines have a solid foundation."

Today, the "Ma Liming (马黎明) Innovation Studio" has been expanded, and the studio has been transformed from a small room of less than 50 square meters into a two-story building covering nearly 700 square meters, with various advanced equipment added, and the number of personnel has also expanded to more than 20. "The responsibility on my shoulders is heavier, and I hope to rely on the studio to promote the integration of industry, academia, and research, and contribute more to coal mine safety!" Ma Liming (马黎明) said with confidence.

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On July 16, a ship docked at the container terminal of the comprehensive port area of Huanghua Port (黄骅港) in Hebei Province (河北省) to load cargo. It is reported that in the first half of 2025, Huanghua Port (黄骅港) completed a cargo throughput of over 179 million tons.

Xinhua News Agency reporter Yang Shiyao (杨世尧) photo

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The 2nd SCO Countries Television Festival Opens in Xi'an

This newspaper's Xi'an (西安) dispatch on July 16th (Reporter Zhang Danhua (张丹华)) On July 16th, the second Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (上合组织) (SCO) Countries Television Festival, jointly hosted by the National Radio and Television Administration (国家广播电视总局), the People's Government of Shaanxi Province (陕西省人民政府), and the SCO Secretariat (上合组织秘书处), opened in Xi'an (西安), Shaanxi (陕西). 300 representatives from the radio and television authorities, television media and related enterprises, university think tanks, international organizations, and embassies and consulates in China of 19 SCO member states, observer states, and dialogue partners attended the opening ceremony.

The theme of this year's television festival is "Gathering Civilizations, Creating Audiovisual Content, and Sharing the Future," focusing on showcasing the fruitful results of audiovisual exchange and cooperation among SCO countries. The television festival adopted and released the "2025 Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Countries Television Festival Joint Declaration," advocating upholding the "Shanghai Spirit," adhering to mutual inclusion, strengthening innovative cooperation, and helping cultural cooperation reach new heights.

In recent years, under the guidance of the "Shanghai Spirit," SCO countries have strengthened exchanges and cooperation in the field of radio and television, playing an important role in promoting mutual learning among civilizations and enhancing people-to-people connectivity. During this television festival, more than 40 audiovisual cooperation achievements were released, including the documentary "We are Filming in Kazakhstan" co-produced by China (中国) and Kazakhstan (哈萨克斯坦), and the animated film "Our Ensemble" co-produced by China (中国), Russia (俄罗斯), Mongolia (蒙古国), Saudi Arabia (沙特阿拉伯), and Armenia (亚美尼亚). Three parallel thematic exchange activities, namely "Audiovisual Industry Exchange and Cooperation," "Audiovisual Content Integration and Dissemination," and "Audiovisual Content Trading Market," as well as the China (中国)-SCO Countries Radio and Television Exchange and Cooperation Achievement Exhibition, and the 2025 Silk Road (丝绸之路) Ten Thousand Mile Journey·SCO Road, and other activities were also held successively.

It is understood that, in coordination with this television festival, the "Audiovisual Integration and Harmonious Co-existence" program exhibition activity will continue from May to August. Excellent Chinese (中国) audiovisual works such as "A Little Reunion" (小别离) and "Yarkand River" (叶尔羌河) are being broadcast on mainstream platforms in SCO countries such as Kazakhstan (哈萨克斯坦), Uzbekistan (乌兹别克斯坦), Tajikistan (塔吉克斯坦), and Russia (俄罗斯), and more than 70 audiovisual works from SCO countries such as "My City," "China-Pakistan Economic Corridor: New Hope" (中巴经济走廊新希望), and "The Era of Glacier Melting" are being continuously broadcast on provincial satellite TV channels such as Shaanxi (陕西), Shanghai (上海), Shandong (山东), Jilin (吉林), Jiangsu (江苏), Tianjin (天津), and Inner Mongolia (内蒙古), as well as online audiovisual platforms such as iQiyi (爱奇艺), Youku (优酷), and Tencent (腾讯).

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Comrade Sun Ying Passes Away

Xinhua News Agency, Beijing, July 16th (Xinhua) -- Comrade Sun Ying (孙英), former Director of the Central Party History Research Office, passed away in Beijing (北京) on July 6, 2025, due to illness, at the age of 89.

After the death of Comrade Sun Ying (孙英), relevant central leading comrades expressed their condolences in different ways and expressed condolences to his relatives.

Sun Ying (孙英) was born in December 1936 in Baodi (宝坻), Tianjin (天津). He started working in June 1958 and joined the Communist Party of China (中国共产党) in December 1956. From September 1967, he served successively as Deputy Director of the Political Department of Shanxi University (山西大学), member of the Standing Committee of the Party Committee and Director of the Political Department of Taiyuan Institute of Technology (太原工学院). From December 1978, he served successively as Deputy Secretary of the Shanxi Provincial Committee of the Communist Youth League (共青团山西省委), Vice Chairman and Deputy Secretary of the Party Group of the Shanxi Provincial Association for Science and Technology (山西省科协), Deputy Secretary of the Taiyuan Municipal Party Committee (太原市委) and Chairman of the Municipal Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (市政协), and Secretary of the Taiyuan Municipal Party Committee (太原市委). From March 1991, he served successively as a member of the Standing Committee of the Shanxi Provincial Party Committee (山西省委) and Secretary of the Taiyuan Municipal Party Committee (太原市委). From May 1992, he served successively as Deputy Secretary of the Gansu Provincial Party Committee (甘肃省委), Deputy Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee, Deputy Governor and Acting Governor, Deputy Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee and Governor. From March 1998, he served as Secretary of the Gansu Provincial Party Committee (甘肃省委) and First Secretary of the Gansu Provincial Military Region (甘肃省军区). From December 2000 to July 2005, he served as Director of the Central Party History Research Office (中央党史研究室). He served as a member of the Advisory Committee of the Marxist Theory Research and Construction Project, President of the Chinese Society for the History of the Communist Party of China (中国中共党史学会), and President of the Chinese Society for the Study of Historical Figures of the Communist Party of China (中国中共党史人物研究会).

Sun Ying (孙英) was a member of the 15th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (中共第十五届中央委员会), a representative of the 15th and 16th National Congresses of the Communist Party of China (中共十五大、十六大), a representative of the 7th, 8th and 9th National People's Congresses (第七届、八届、九届全国人大代表), and a member of the 10th National People's Congress Standing Committee (第十届全国人大常委会) and the Ethnic Affairs Committee.

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Comrade Xiao Huang Passes Away

Xinhua News Agency, Beijing, July 15th (新华社北京7月15日电) Comrade Xiao Huang (肖簧), former leader of the Discipline Inspection Group of the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection stationed in the Ministry of Chemical Industry (原中央纪委驻化学工业部纪检组组长), passed away in Beijing (北京) on June 26, 2025, due to illness, at the age of 99.

After the death of Comrade Xiao Huang (肖簧), relevant central leaders expressed their condolences in various ways and expressed their condolences to his family.

Xiao Huang (肖簧), formerly known as Feng Guangde (冯光德), was born in Yan'an (延安), Shaanxi (陕西) in September 1926. He participated in revolutionary work in December 1939 and joined the Communist Party of China (中国共产党) in October 1943. From 1939 to 1946, he served successively as a member of the Mizhi County (米脂县) Garrison Theater of the Shaanxi-Gansu-Ningxia Border Region (陕甘宁边区), and a member of the Propaganda Team of the Joint Defense Political Department of the Shaanxi-Gansu-Ningxia Border Region (陕甘宁边区联防政治部宣传队), etc. From 1946 to 1949, he served successively as political instructor of the machine gun company of the 13th Regiment of the 5th Detachment of the Northeast Hejiang Military Region (东北合江军区), political instructor of the 1st Company of the Guard Battalion, and deputy section chief of the Political Department of the 1st Regiment of the Guard Division of the Northeast Military Region (东北军区警卫师), etc. From 1949 to 1964, he served successively as political instructor of the 2nd Battalion of the 1st Regiment of the Guard Division of the Northeast Military Region (东北军区警卫师), deputy director and director of the Youth Department of the Organization Department of the Political Department of the 50th Army, and political commissar of the 530th Regiment of the 150th Division, etc. From 1964 to 1982, he served successively as a researcher of the Asia-II Group of the General Office of the International Liaison Department of the Central Committee (中央对外联络部), deputy director of the Second Bureau, and deputy director of the First Bureau. From 1982 to 1991, he served successively as deputy director of the No. 3 Discipline Inspection Office and director of the No. 2 Discipline Inspection Office of the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection (中央纪委). From 1991 to 1994, he served as the leader of the Discipline Inspection Group of the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection stationed in the Ministry of Chemical Industry (中央纪委驻化学工业部纪检组组长). He retired in March 1994.

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First Edition Editors: Xu Nuo, Zhang Shuaizhen, Luan Xinyi; Second Edition Editors: Yin Xinyu, Qi Jiarun, Guo Xueyan; Third Edition Editors: Wu Gang, Zhou Zhou, Chen Xirui; Fourth Edition Editors: Yuan Zhenxi, Zhang Jiaying, Chen Zhen

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Let intangible cultural heritage be "seen by people, seen in objects, and seen in life" (Commentary)

Interviewees:

Zou Xiang (邹翔), Reporter of this newspaper

Shan Shibing (单士兵), Reporter of Chongqing Daily

Zou Xiang (邹翔): Not long ago, the Ministry of Culture and Tourism (文化和旅游部) announced a new list of national-level cultural ecological protection zones, and the Wuling Mountain Area (Southeastern Chongqing) Tujia and Miao Ethnic Culture Ecological Protection Zone (武陵山区（渝东南）土家族苗族文化生态保护区) was selected. National-level cultural ecological protection zones take the protection of intangible cultural heritage as the core. As Chongqing's (重庆) first national-level cultural ecological protection zone, what unique charm does this cultural ecological protection zone have that others do not?

Shan Shibing (单士兵): The mountains rush with green waves, majestic and vast; the water flows like jade, gentle and rippling; ancient villages are scattered like stars, in a myriad of poses. The Wuling Mountain Area (武陵山区) is not only a national key ecological function zone, but also has a profound historical and cultural heritage.

A folk song "The Sun Comes Out, Happy and Merry" (太阳出来喜洋洋), with its brisk rhythm and cheerful contentment, the Luo'er tune sings out the enthusiasm and optimism of the Tujia people (土家人); a Youzhou Miao embroidery (酉州苗绣), with its dense patterns and magnificent splendor, embroiders the Miao girls' (苗族姑娘) perception and understanding of nature and the laws of life; a "Nanxi Boatman's Song" (南溪号子), with its high-pitched tone and rainbow-like momentum, roars out the heroism and diligent spirit of the people in the Nanxi River (南溪河) basin who cross high mountains and canyons; a bowl of Qianjiang mung bean noodles (黔江绿豆粉), with its soft and glutinous taste and refreshing fragrance, the production technique has been simmering for a thousand years... The uniqueness of intangible cultural heritage lies in the fact that it is embedded in the social context and daily life, condensing aesthetic tastes, spiritual connotations, and cultural memories. The intangible cultural heritage of the Wuling Mountain Area (武陵山区) tells the story of the origin of Bayu culture (巴渝文化), and the wisdom of the Bayu people (巴渝人民) in adapting to the natural environment.

Zou Xiang (邹翔): National-level cultural ecological protection zones emphasize the integrity and systematic nature of protection. This requires that in establishing unified management agencies, formulating protection and development plans, and issuing policy documents, all regions must cooperate and move in the same direction. To stimulate the endogenous power of diverse entities to participate in protection and jointly build ecology, and to break down the barriers of "you protect yours, I protect mine," we must 攥指成拳 (zuàn zhǐ chéng quán - "clench fingers into a fist," to unite forces) to achieve a "1+1>2" effect.

Shan Shibing (单士兵): Only with holistic and systematic protection can the characteristics be more prominent. The system manages the overall situation and the long-term, and plays a fundamental role in the construction of "ecology." The local area has continued to strengthen system construction, and implemented the "Overall Plan for the Wuling Mountain Area (Southeastern Chongqing) Tujia and Miao Ethnic Culture Ecological Protection Experimental Zone" (武陵山区（渝东南）土家族苗族文化生态保护实验区总体规划) in 2018. In addition, through inheritance protection, we strengthen the living inheritance of specific projects of intangible cultural heritage; through rescue protection, we take emergency measures to rescue some inheritance projects that are already in a difficult state; through productive protection, we take into account effective protection and rational utilization; through digital protection, we iterate and upgrade the preservation, publicity and dissemination of intangible cultural heritage... Only by continuously weaving a dense protection network and cultivating a thick inheritance soil can we promote the accelerated formation of an atmosphere where intangible cultural heritage can be seen everywhere and everyone protects intangible cultural heritage.

Zou Xiang (邹翔): Whether it is tangible cultural heritage or intangible cultural heritage, it does not exist in isolation, but is a cultural organism deeply embedded in economic development and people's lives. This determines that the protection and inheritance of culture must "see people, see things, and see life," avoid being divorced from real-life scenarios, and prevent the construction of an "ivory tower."

Shan Shibing (单士兵): As a newly promoted national-level cultural ecological protection zone, the characteristic intangible cultural heritage in the Wuling Mountain Area (Southeastern Chongqing) Tujia and Miao Ethnic Culture Ecological Protection Zone (武陵山区（渝东南）土家族苗族文化生态保护区), in keeping pace with the times and innovating, has innovatively built a bridge between traditional culture and modern life, and is integrating into people's lives in increasingly diverse forms such as "intangible cultural heritage + tourism," "intangible cultural heritage + rural revitalization," and "intangible cultural heritage + industry," with increasingly interesting "opening methods."

Intangible cultural heritage is a cultural treasure of a place, and can also become an industrial support for enriching the people. In the Taohuayuan Scenic Area (桃花源景区) in Youyang (酉阳), the stage play "Dreamy Taohuayuan" (梦幻桃源) integrates a variety of intangible cultural heritage elements, attracting many tourists to check in. In Zhongyi Township (中益乡), Shizhu Tujia Autonomous County (石柱土家族自治县), the Xia cloth intangible cultural heritage workshop helps villagers find employment nearby and at home. Intangible cultural heritage is deeply integrated into the economic development of a region, activating the engine of development and adding color to a prosperous life, writing an intangible cultural heritage chapter of humanistic economics.

Zou Xiang (邹翔): Recently, Chongqing's (重庆) drone light show has been very popular. When the Sichuan Opera face-changing art (川剧变脸) leaps to the cloud and the red and blue face masks smoothly switch in the night, when the drone swarm brews a Chongqing gaiwan tea (重庆盖碗茶) in the night sky, and the tea soup lights up the night scene of the two rivers, the collision of traditional intangible cultural heritage and modern technology sparks amazing sparks, which inspires us that an important keyword of "creative transformation and innovative development" is "integration." Only by doing a good job in integration can we use the wisdom of the ancients to create a new face for today, and give tradition a new life with the creation of today's people.

Shan Shibing (单士兵): The key to integration lies in finding the connection point with contemporary life and the resonance point with current emotions, so that people can experience the beauty and joy brought by culture. Only by protecting intangible cultural heritage, as well as the human and natural environment that nurtures and develops intangible cultural heritage, can we better explore the aesthetic value of intangible cultural heritage and awaken the cultural spirit of intangible cultural heritage. Connecting tradition with fashion, upholding integrity with innovation, and the accumulation of years with youthful expression, protecting, inheriting, and disseminating the treasures of Chinese culture is the only way to make intangible cultural heritage shine with a different brilliance, and can also cultivate a deeper cultural confidence.

Zou Xiang (邹翔): Establishing cultural ecological protection zones is a unique intangible cultural heritage protection system in China. From the Twenty-Four Solar Terms (二十四节气) and Taijiquan (太极拳) to the Sending Wangchuan Ceremony (送王船) and the Spring Festival (春节), more and more Chinese intangible cultural heritage crosses mountains and seas, showing the world the breadth, depth, and unique charm of Chinese culture with distinctive Chinese characteristics, Chinese style, and Chinese spirit. Intangible cultural heritage, together with the protection practices of intangible cultural heritage, has become a valuable asset that China contributes to the world.

Shan Shibing (单士兵): Not long ago, the Chongqing Intangible Cultural Heritage Protection Center (重庆市非遗保护中心) released 10 intangible cultural heritage tourism routes with characteristics for 2025, paving the way for tourists to experience an immersive three-dimensional map of the roots of Bayu culture (巴渝文化). Each region is based on its own reality to explore ways and methods of cultural protection and inheritance, so that each intangible cultural heritage can show vigorous vitality, and the cultural landscape of the Divine Land will be more brilliant.

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"Small, Quick, and Flexible" Carries the "Big People's Livelihood" (People's Daily Commentary)

By: 张 璁

Taking the resolution of hot and difficult issues in reform and development, as well as the urgent and pressing problems of the people, as the legislative goal, and "tailor-making" legal norms and specific measures to address these problems, can truly make the "laws enacted" become the "laws needed."

In recent years, there has been a new phenomenon in the legislation of local regulations: the increasing prevalence of "small, quick, and flexible" legislation, especially in the field of social welfare, where various small-scale legislations can often respond quickly, hit the key points, and solve problems.

AEDs (Automated External Defibrillators) as portable first-aid equipment, often play the role of "life-saving devices" in public places. In Yancheng (盐城), Jiangsu (江苏) Province, there is a "small, quick, and flexible" legislation to protect life - the "Decision of the Standing Committee of the Yancheng Municipal People's Congress on the Configuration of Automated External Defibrillators in Public Places" (《盐城市人民代表大会常务委员会关于在公共场所配置自动体外除颤器的决定》). Although this regulation is only 11 articles and 1,600 words long, it addresses the problems of "cannot save, do not know how to save, dare not save" in reality, and fully exerts the leading role of legislation. As of now, Yancheng (盐城) has equipped nearly 5,000 AEDs in public places and conducted first-aid training for more than 150,000 people, creating an increasingly strong atmosphere of "everyone understands first aid, everyone knows first aid."

Today, the people's expectations for legislation pay more attention to whether it is useful and whether it can solve practical problems. Against this background, more and more "small, quick, and flexible" local legislations have emerged, combining local realities and highlighting local characteristics. They enact only the necessary articles, and if three or five articles can solve the problem, they do not engage in "monumental works."

Focusing on "what to legislate," "small, quick, and flexible" legislation highlights problem orientation.

From empowering the development of emerging industries to promoting home-based elderly care services, from ensuring the implementation of food safety requirements for online catering to regulating the management of electric bicycles, "small, quick, and flexible" legislation accurately responds to specific problems that arise in reality, and effectively enhances the pertinence, applicability, and operability of local regulations.

In order to effectively solve the safety hazards of "factories within factories" brought about by factory rentals, Changzhou (常州), Jiangsu (江苏) Province, through "small, quick, and flexible" legislation, completed the project establishment, drafting, deliberation, and approval of the "Regulations on the Safety Management of Leased Factories in Changzhou" (《常州市租赁厂房安全管理规定》) within one year, clarifying that "people's governments at all levels and their relevant departments should support the safety upgrade and renovation of leased factories that meet the regulations." Practice has proven that adhering to problem orientation, taking the resolution of hot and difficult issues in reform and development and the urgent and pressing problems of the people as the legislative goal, and "tailor-making" legal norms and specific measures to address these problems, can truly make the "laws enacted" become the "laws needed."

Focusing on "how to legislate," "small, quick, and flexible" legislation adheres to effect orientation.

In order to implement the Party Central Committee's decision-making arrangements on the "ten-year fishing ban" in the Yangtze River (长江), the Standing Committees of the People's Congresses of Shanghai (沪), Jiangsu (苏), Zhejiang (浙), and Anhui (皖) Provinces simultaneously made relevant decisions. Getting straight to the point, focusing on the theme, being implementable, inspectable, and evaluable, the flexible effectiveness of legislation is fully demonstrated.

Legislation is not the end point, and the effect must be tested in practice and accepted by the people. "Small, quick, and flexible" legislation is short, concise, and pays attention to precision and effectiveness. With small entry points, deep excavation, and practical measures, "small, quick, and flexible" legislation not only improves the quality and efficiency of local legislation, but also avoids the problems of "uniformity from top to bottom" and copying and imitating higher-level laws, achieving the effect of "small laws handling big matters" and "small regulations carrying big content."

"Small, quick, and flexible" legislation, "small" is only the entry point, and the requirements for the quality of legislation cannot be reduced at all. Rapid response to social and legal needs cannot be at the expense of compressing or even omitting necessary research, argumentation, and other links, and even less can it sacrifice the integrity of the legislative process. Nowadays, many places closely combine legislation with the supervision of regulations, highlighting the implementation of regulations, and evaluating the implementation of regulations through post-legislative evaluation, law enforcement inspections, and other methods, identifying the shortcomings of the system itself, and then improving work and perfecting regulations, achieving good results.

The foundation of the rule of law lies in the people. "Small, quick, and flexible" can carry "big people's livelihood" because it responds to social concerns in a timely manner, widely gathers legislative consensus, and makes the legislative process a vivid democratic practice that meets the needs of the people, expands people's participation, and accepts people's supervision. Using the rule of law to ensure that people live and work in peace and contentment, and implementing the embodiment of the people's interests, reflecting the people's wishes, safeguarding the people's rights, and enhancing the people's well-being throughout the entire legislative process, will surely make every local regulation full of public opinion, close to people's livelihood, and in line with people's hearts, and continuously enhance the people's sense of gain, happiness, and security.

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The Lessons of the "Going Global" Trend in Science and Technology Books (On-the-Spot Commentary)

By: 李卓尔

Stepping into the 31st Beijing International Book Fair (北京国际图书博览会) (hereinafter referred to as "BIBF"), cross-border copyright signings are staged intensively, which is truly eye-opening. The "General Knowledge of Artificial Intelligence" series of books from Tsinghua University Press (清华大学出版社) will launch traditional Chinese versions for Hong Kong and Macao, as well as English versions. The "China Core" technology book series from Guangdong Science and Technology Press (广东科技出版社) will go to Singapore... The "going overseas craze" of science and technology books has become a new highlight of cultural "going out."

One important reason why China's science and technology books have become the focus of the international publishing market is that China has made remarkable achievements in cutting-edge technology fields such as artificial intelligence and quantum computing. In recent years, China has achieved technological breakthroughs in many fields, demonstrating strong technological innovation vitality and industrial implementation capabilities on a global scale. Profound technological leaps have formed rich practical experience and systematic knowledge accumulation. The world is eager to understand the logic behind China's innovation and explore the value of China's technological solutions. Therefore, some books have become important windows for the international market to gain insight into China's innovation and draw on China's wisdom because they analyze China's artificial intelligence application cases and expound on China's technological routes.

The "going overseas craze" of science and technology books reflects cultural soft power and highlights technical hard support. Taking "DeepSeek Application Expert: From Entry to Mastery in 7 Days" from Guangdong Science and Technology Press (广东科技出版社) as an example, it was quickly introduced by international academic publishing institutions as soon as it was published. What is the reason? It is precisely because it can provide "a rapidly implementable artificial intelligence transformation solution." This, to some extent, shows that China's digital service "going overseas" has great potential.

Book signing and copyright output are just the starting point. If you want to continue to revitalize, you need to take root locally. A Malaysian publisher said that they desperately need a set of systematic and forward-looking artificial intelligence curriculum resources. When introducing the "Artificial Intelligence" textbook from Zhejiang Education Publishing House (浙江教育出版社), Malaysian and Chinese publishing institutions cooperated to carry out detailed "localization transformation." From language conversion and cultural adaptation to the deep reconstruction of case reconstruction, successful copyright output requires respecting the needs of readers in relevant countries and regions and providing accurate matching. Cultural "going overseas" is no longer a simple product output, but should pay more attention to building a localized content ecosystem. This is also enlightening for other fields to expand overseas markets.

The world pays attention to China, and China faces the world. In the two-way rush, exchanges and mutual learning can be realized. During this BIBF, the 2025 Beijing International Publishing Forum (北京国际出版论坛) was held. Some participants said that they have incorporated many traditional Chinese festivals and folk culture elements into their products, such as the Mid-Autumn Festival, shadow puppetry, and dragon boat races, to tell Chinese stories to overseas users. Thanks to technological upgrades, form innovation, and channel expansion, the ancient Chinese civilization is continuing to revitalize and spread to the world. As the forum guests said: "The essence of publishing is the dialogue of thoughts and the bridge of civilization. In the new technology era, we must protect this value even more."

An international book fair is a concentrated display of excellent books and a carnival of ideological collision and cultural exchange. Making friends with books, we actively connect with the world; using books as windows, people can better understand China. As stated in the theme of this BIBF, "Promote the Inheritance and Development of Civilization and Promote Exchanges, Mutual Learning and Win-Win Cooperation," cultural exchanges based in China and facing the world will surely benefit China and the world.

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Recently, the National Development and Reform Commission (国家发展改革委) arranged over 300 billion yuan to support the third batch of "Two Major" construction projects in 2025. So far, the entire list of 800 billion yuan "Two Major" construction projects for this year has been fully issued. By coordinating the "hard investment" of projects with the "soft construction" of reform and innovation measures, batches of key landmark projects are accelerating, providing strong support for stabilizing economic operation and consolidating the foundation for high-quality development.

This is precisely:

To build a mountain, nine ren high, requires a stone foundation,
To start a business in all directions, a grand plan is needed.
Sailing together on rivers and seas,
Not fearing the wind and waves on the journey.

Pei Huiwen (裴回文)

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Precision agriculture, how much potential? (New Knowledge)

By: 李晓晴

This June, experts from the Shandong Meteorological Department (山东气象部门) and Shandong Agricultural University (山东农业大学) conducted field measurements and yield structure sampling of winter wheat. The results showed that compared with conventional meteorological service plots, precision agricultural meteorological services increased the average yield of winter wheat by 70.4 kilograms per mu and increased income by 78 yuan. Last November, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (联合国粮农组织) released the "Precision Agricultural Technology and China's Best Practices" report, which analyzed several excellent cases of precision agriculture in China. From north to south, in fertile fields, precision agricultural practices are bearing more and more fruits.

[Commentary]

Precision agriculture, simply put, is the refined management of farmland environment, crop growth, and resource input through modern information technology and advanced equipment and facilities, including satellite remote sensing, the Internet of Things, big data analysis, and intelligent equipment, to stimulate the potential of land and agricultural production.

China's per capita arable land area is less than 40% of the world's average, and per capita water resources are only 1/4 of the world's average. Although the total amount of agricultural production resources is large, the per capita share is low, and resource constraints are obvious. Against this background, developing precision agriculture has important practical significance.

More precise operations ensure greater food production capacity. For example, Fuyang (阜阳), Anhui (安徽) is piloting "Beidou (北斗) + Smart Agriculture." With the help of high-precision navigation, agricultural machinery can accurately control the density and depth of sowing during automatic sowing, increasing the number of effective plants. After the grain matures, it is precisely harvested according to the sowing route, which can effectively reduce grain loss. In 2024, the average yield per unit area of the 1020-mu corn demonstration area increased by 43.36% compared with the local county's theoretical average yield per unit area.

The precision agriculture model can also guide agricultural equipment to precisely fertilize and irrigate specific areas based on soil fertility and crop growth conditions in different plots of farmland, helping to improve the output efficiency of resource input.

With the blessing of new technologies, the momentum for improving the quality of agricultural products is stronger. In Yibin (宜宾), Sichuan (四川), an orange orchard relies on big data and the Internet of Things technology to build an integrated "sky-earth" agricultural production perception system. Information such as soil moisture, seedling conditions, ambient temperature, humidity, and pH of orange growth are "under control," helping the park's fruit sweetness to increase.

Transcending the traditional agricultural production methods that mainly rely on experience accumulation, precision agriculture uses data to drive decision-making, changing from "relying on the heavens for food" to "relying on technology for harvest," demonstrating great potential in improving the stability of agricultural production and improving the quality of "vegetable baskets," "rice bags," and "fruit plates."

Protecting the agricultural ecology and reducing environmental pollution also require precise policies. In Youyi Farm (友谊农场) of Beidahuang Farm Reclamation Group (北大荒农垦集团), each piece of cultivated land has a QR code like an identity card. As long as you scan the code with your mobile phone, you can know how to plant this land, how to fertilize it, and what to pay attention to. Using a CT scan-like method to conduct a "physical examination" of the black soil, and then finely "portraying" it and prescribing a "prescription," effectively weaving a protective net for valuable black soil resources.

Of course, precision agriculture does not mean indiscriminately increasing the utilization rate of large agricultural machinery and modern technology regardless of conditions or scenarios with a 一刀切 (yī dāo qiē - "one knife cut," to impose a uniform standard; to deal with something in an oversimplified manner). China's complex terrain and diverse agricultural planting patterns mean that lightweight, scenario-adapted small smart agricultural machines can play a greater role in hilly and mountainous areas, greenhouses, and other special operating environments. This also inspires us that highlighting problem orientation and reality orientation, and implementing policies according to local conditions and classifications, is also an essential part of precision agriculture.

Currently, the number of small farmers in China accounts for a relatively high proportion of agricultural business entities, and the area of cultivated land operated by small farmers accounts for about 70% of the total cultivated land area. The basic national conditions and agricultural conditions of "a large country with small farmers" have not changed. Promoting the organic connection between small farmers and modern agricultural development, promoting the comprehensive integration of digital technology and modern agriculture, and accelerating the overall leap in agricultural science and technology innovation will provide a more solid support for securing China's rice bowl and promoting the comprehensive revitalization of the countryside.

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Meeting the Demand for High-Quality Travel (Commentary)

By: 上海市青浦区 过云松

Adjusting routes based on seasonal changes and passenger demand, connecting multiple attractions to achieve "the train goes where the people go"; making comfort improvements to trains, enriching them with various functional areas such as bars, tea rooms, and chess rooms to meet diverse needs such as family travel and senior travel... From January to May this year, the national railways operated a total of 630 tourist trains, and many high-quality routes have been well received by passengers.

When traveling, the key is to save worry. In the past, people had to spend time and energy making strategies for how to arrange itineraries and connect transportation. Saving money, saving effort, and having a good time were often regarded as an "**不可能三角**" (bù kě néng sān jiǎo - "impossible triangle," referring to the difficulty of achieving three desirable outcomes simultaneously). Nowadays, relying on continuously improving transportation infrastructure, people's travel is becoming more and more convenient, and they can more calmly and comfortably enjoy the joy of traveling.

Currently, people's cultural and tourism needs have shifted from the most basic "sightseeing tour" to high-quality travel. For transportation departments, this requires taking railways, civil aviation, and other modes as links to further promote the deep integration and development of culture, tourism, commerce, and sports. For example, the recent popularity of "Su Super" (苏超) (likely refers to a local sports league in Jiangsu province, but without more context, a more specific translation is difficult), multiple departments jointly opened "fan special trains" and customized bus connection plans. Fans only need to purchase discounted package tickets to go directly to the game site. High-quality service makes the travel experience even better.

The cultural and tourism industry is a livelihood industry and a happiness industry, which is related to the people's beautiful life. We look forward to relevant departments working together in the same direction to match massive demand with more high-quality supply and build a healthier and more colorful cultural and tourism market ecosystem.

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Exploring the True, the Good, and the Beautiful World of Mathematics (Promoting the Spirit of Scientists)

By: 《环球人物》记者  许  晔

Biography

Xi Nanhua (席南华), born in 1963 in Guangdong (广东), is an academician of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (中国科学院) and a mathematician. In 2005, he won the Chen Xingshen Mathematics Award (陈省身数学奖) from the Chinese Mathematical Society (中国数学会), and in 2007, he won the second prize of the National Natural Science Award (国家自然科学奖). He formerly served as the Vice President of the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences (中国科学院大学) and the Vice President of ShanghaiTech University (上海科技大学), and is currently the President of the Chinese Mathematical Society (中国数学会).

Xi Nanhua (席南华) has always felt that he is an "ordinary person," and what he has done over the years is just trying to understand mathematics.

This is, of course, self-deprecation—he is a well-known mathematician in China, who grew from a junior college student all the way to becoming an academician of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (中国科学院), and has achieved remarkable results in the field of mathematical research and teaching. But Xi Nanhua (席南华) always feels that compared with those great mathematicians, what he does is nothing remarkable. "I am not a smart person. The academic achievements I have been able to achieve are entirely due to my pure love for mathematics and unremitting efforts."

Using the most direct logic to find the simplest answers, Xi Nanhua's (席南华) thinking is very "mathematical," which makes him simple in his behavior and pure in his work. For him, mathematics is a confidant who can accompany him throughout his life, and mathematical research is a journey to be experienced throughout his life. But in the actual research process, he often encounters situations where he "reaches the top of the mountain but cannot see the sunrise or sunset." He frankly admits: "Knowing that I can't do it is also a gain. Obstacles may mean that there are better things waiting for me, and those more unexpected and more magical things will appear."

"Mathematical research is my interest"

In 1963, Xi Nanhua (席南华) was born in Yingde City (英德市), Guangdong (广东). When he was about ten years old, his family moved to Hunan (湖南). In 1978, his father encouraged Xi Nanhua (席南华), who was in the first year of high school, to take the college entrance examination early, with the goal of entering the Junior Class of the University of Science and Technology of China (中国科学技术大学少年班).

Xi Nanhua's (席南华) college entrance examination results were not ideal. He only scored 63 points in mathematics and 80 points in chemistry, but the majors he filled in were all mathematics. He was eventually admitted to Qianyang Normal College of Hunan (湖南黔阳师范专科学校) (now Huaihua University (怀化学院)) to study mathematics. Xi Nanhua (席南华) was very frustrated, and the cloud of failing the postgraduate entrance examination afterwards lingered: before graduation, he took the postgraduate entrance examination, but he failed and was assigned to teach mathematics in a remote middle school.

In 1982, Xi Nanhua (席南华) took the postgraduate entrance examination again and was admitted to the Department of Mathematics of East China Normal University (华东师范大学) with the first place, studying under Cao Xihua (曹锡华), a pioneer in the field of algebraic group research. His classmates all graduated from key universities, but he didn't even have a bachelor's degree, and he often felt inferior.

In his third year, his thesis was still stumbling. Xi Nanhua (席南华) was confused and asked his supervisor Cao Xihua (曹锡华) if he should go back to Hunan (湖南) to find a job. Cao Xihua (曹锡华) asked him: "Do you want to study for a doctorate?"

"Yes!" Xi Nanhua (席南华) was not willing to leave the world of mathematics just like that. "Then continue to study for a doctorate!" Cao Xihua (曹锡华) encouraged him.

After Xi Nanhua (席南华) passed the doctoral exam, it was the time when the tide of the market economy was surging, and many people went into business. Classmates advised Xi Nanhua (席南华) to switch to economic work, so that he could give full play to his strengths in the future and his income would be much higher, but he was unmoved: "Mathematical research is my interest, and other jobs don't seem to suit my taste." In his eyes, the world of mathematics is the most true and the most beautiful, and can bring people happiness.

After graduating with a doctorate, Xi Nanhua (席南华) has been deeply involved in the field of mathematics for decades and has gained many achievements and honors, but he still feels that he is very ordinary. "This mentality will make me continue to work hard, demand myself with higher standards, and think about where I haven't done well." Xi Nanhua (席南华) said with a smile.

"If I make original achievements, I will always be happy"

"A mathematician is a particularly good profession." This is a sentence Xi Nanhua (席南华) often says. In his opinion, doing mathematical research is relatively free. You don't need experimental equipment. You can think about mathematical problems while walking and eating. You can also go to various places in the world to communicate with your peers, which is very happy. He doesn't like the outside world to unilaterally describe mathematicians as "ascetics." "Any profession has a difficult side. Mathematicians are not more difficult than other professions. At least many mathematicians I have seen are very happy. If something doesn't make you happy at all, you won't have the motivation and enthusiasm to do it well," said Xi Nanhua (席南华).

In order to promote research, Xi Nanhua (席南华) often thinks hard and can't sleep all night, waiting for inspiration that may suddenly burst out. In 1985, when he was a graduate student, one day he was sitting in front of the window of his dormitory, saw the bright sunshine outside, the basketball court downstairs, the dormitory building opposite, and some pedestrians on the road, and suddenly thought that he could use "partial order" to solve the problem he was thinking about; many years ago, when he was a visiting scholar abroad, he studied a mathematical problem so hard that the calculation results were always chaotic. Suddenly, a thought flashed in his mind: "What if I change the expression from addition to multiplication?" After another calculation, it was correct.

From 1994 for more than 10 years, Xi Nanhua (席南华) buried himself in scientific research and devoted himself to the research of algebraic groups and quantum groups that he was interested in, and never did anything in his heart that he did not agree with for the sake of fame and fortune. At that time, even many colleagues in the mathematics community did not understand what he was doing.

Time will not disappoint those who work silently. Xi Nanhua (席南华) proved Lusztig's conjecture on the base ring for the affine A-type Weyl group, made important contributions to the theory of algebraic groups, and his paper was published by the American Mathematical Society (美国数学会) in the form of a single book, which was considered "highly extraordinary" by some experts; another research result was published in the *Journal of the American Mathematical Society* (《美国数学会杂志》), one of the four top journals in the mathematics community, which was the first time that mainland scholars had independently published a paper in this journal. At the same time, honors also came one after another: In 2005, Xi Nanhua (席南华) won the Chen Xingshen Mathematics Award (陈省身数学奖); in 2009, Xi Nanhua (席南华) was elected as an academician of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (中国科学院院士).

Xi Nanhua (席南华) did not often talk about these honors, but only cared about the problems he was studying. "If I win an award, I may be happy for a few days, but if I make original achievements, I will always be happy."

"For mathematics, we should not ask whether it is useful, but whether it is interesting"

President of the Chinese Mathematical Society (中国数学会), leader of the Mathematics Group of the Academic Degrees Committee of the State Council (国务院学科评议组数学组)... Xi Nanhua (席南华) has many titles, but the more urgent thing in his heart is to cultivate more mathematical talents for China.

In May of this year, the People's Education Press (人民教育出版社) invited Xi Nanhua (席南华) to Chongqing (重庆) to attend a seminar. On weekdays, he would decline similar event invitations, but when he learned that this seminar was about new mathematics textbooks for primary and secondary schools, he made a special trip to give a report. He attaches importance to textbooks, believing that "outside the classroom, textbooks are the resources that students have the most contact with."

In the second half of 2024, Xi Nanhua (席南华) taught linear algebra at ShanghaiTech University (上海科技大学), traveling from Beijing (北京) to Shanghai (上海) every week just to teach students. After a semester, he felt that there were very few high-quality linear algebra textbooks, so he decided to write one himself. He sorted out the lecture notes he used in class. The content of the textbook not only came from Xi Nanhua's (席南华) own understanding and thinking, but also some inspiration came from the questions raised by students. Xi Nanhua (席南华) and the teaching assistants improved them and added them to the textbook. In June of this year, this textbook *Linear Algebra* was officially published.

From the teaching style, textbook setting, exams to graduation defenses and other teaching links, Xi Nanhua (席南华) has put his mind into it, hoping to teach mathematics well with his heart and let students truly understand mathematics. In his opinion, education is to tap the potential of students and cultivate students' enthusiasm for mathematics. "With enthusiasm, students can persist in long-term learning in the future."

A student asked Xi Nanhua (席南华): "What is the use of us learning mathematics?" He replied: "For mathematics, we should not ask whether it is useful, but whether it is interesting!"

The Fields Medal (菲尔兹奖) is known as the "Nobel Prize in Mathematics," but few people know what achievements have been recognized by the previous awards. Xi Nanhua (席南华) is thinking about how to stimulate more people's interest in mathematics: "Mathematics is very abstract and difficult to describe clearly to the public." So, he began to write popular science articles about mathematics, and also invited colleagues to write together. In 2023, the "Understanding Mathematics" series of popular science books on mathematics that he edited was published and was well received by readers. He also often goes to primary and secondary schools and universities to give lectures, using humorous and popular language to tell students about the fun of mathematics.

"I don't require students to engage in scientific research in the future. It's good to choose a life that suits them." Xi Nanhua (席南华) works and lives happily, and also hopes that students have a happy life. "Learning should be a happy thing. The temporary ups and downs are not important. What is important is to have growth and find your own broad world." This is Xi Nanhua's (席南华) earnest expectation for students, and it is also a true portrayal of his life.

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Scientific Research Should Always Maintain a "Beginner's Mindset" (Quick Commentary)

By: 芮 杉

Having cultivated the field of mathematical research for decades, Xi Nanhua (席南华) bears the imprint of mathematics: using the most direct logic to pursue the simplest answers. Whether in favorable or adverse circumstances, he adheres to the life philosophy of "being simple in life and pure in work," always maintaining an "empty cup mentality" to appreciate the joy of profound simplicity.

Knowledge is like water; a cup that is "not full" becomes the driving force for continuous exploration. Scientific research is like filling an empty cup with water, and curiosity is a never-drying spring. Xi Nanhua (席南华) has grown from a junior college student to an academician of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (中国科学院), always maintaining an "empty cup mentality" and possessing the open-minded attitude to "empty" himself at any time. He cultivates silently, not limited to temporary gains and losses, and thus possesses the determination not to be disturbed by the "social clock," regarding mathematical research as a journey to be experienced for a lifetime.

Teachers are like torches, and another responsibility of scientists is to sow the seeds of fire. Compiling linear algebra textbooks that integrate the thinking of teachers and students, writing popular science articles, and inspiring students' enthusiasm for mathematics... Xi Nanhua (席南华) strives to let more people appreciate the beauty of mathematics and let the light of mathematics "fill" the "empty cups" of more enthusiasts. It is hoped that more scientists will integrate the "small self" of dedicated research into the "big self" of cultivating talents for the country, and contribute to the construction of a strong country in science and technology and a strong country in education.

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Huang Wenjie: A Warrior of Infinite Loyalty (Remembering History, Cherishing the Memory of Martyrs: Anti-Japanese War Heroes)

By: 新华社记者  邓瑞璇

In Shangdatang Village (上大塘村), Daping Town (大坪镇), Xingning City (兴宁市), Meizhou City (梅州市), Guangdong Province (广东省), a "three halls and two horizontal" mud-brick and tile house stands built against the mountain and beside the river. This house, originally built in the Qing Dynasty, is the former residence of revolutionary martyr Huang Wenjie (黄文杰).

Not long ago, a group of Young Pioneers from Daping Central Primary School (大坪中心小学) had a special lesson here. Across decades of time, the revolutionary predecessors' figures of sacrificing their lives for the country, the nation, and the people vividly appeared before their eyes.

Huang Wenjie (黄文杰) was born on October 6, 1902, into a poor peasant family in Daping District (大坪区), Xingning County (兴宁县), Guangdong Province (now Daping Town (大坪镇), Xingning City (兴宁市), Guangdong Province). During his middle school years, he repeatedly led his classmates to the streets to investigate and ban Japanese goods and promote patriotic ideas. He was an active member of the anti-imperialist and patriotic student movement in the school. Later, he was admitted to the Whampoa Military Academy (黄埔军校) with excellent grades and joined the Communist Party of China (中国共产党). He was recommended by the CPC organization in the military academy to study at Moscow Sun Yat-sen University (莫斯科中山大学). Because of his excellent grades and proficiency in Russian, he engaged in Party work in the Soviet Union after graduation.

In 1931, Huang Wenjie (黄文杰) returned to China and engaged in the Party's secret work in Shanghai (上海). Subsequently, he moved to many places, serving successively as acting secretary and secretary of the Provisional Central Bureau of the CPC in Shanghai (中共上海临时中央局), deputy minister and secretary-general of the Organization Department of the Yangtze River Bureau of the CPC Central Committee (中共中央长江局), and one of the leading members of the Southern Bureau of the CPC Central Committee (中共中央南方局), making unremitting efforts to carry out the Party's organizational work, restore and build local CPC organizations, and guide the development of the anti-Japanese national united front.

On October 12, 1938, the Japanese army landed in Daya Bay (大亚湾), Huiyang (惠阳). The Kuomintang army fled without a fight, and Huizhou (惠州) fell the next day, and the situation in Guangzhou (广州) became critical. The Southern Bureau (南方局) specially sent Huang Wenjie (黄文杰) to Guangzhou (广州) to guide the Guangdong Provincial Party Committee (广东省委) in responding to this incident. Huang Wenjie (黄文杰) decisively took emergency measures, making decisions such as "the provincial party committee organs and the Guangzhou Office of the Eighth Route Army (八路军广州办事处) will move to northern Guangdong (粤北)" and "the Guangzhou Municipal Party Committee (广州市委) will leave behind Organization Department Minister Lu Xin (陆新) to lead some party members to persist in underground struggle." After that, he worked day and night to implement these decisions until he withdrew shortly before the Japanese army occupied Guangzhou (广州).

Huang Wenjie (黄文杰), who had been running around and working selflessly in difficult conditions for a long time, discovered in the winter of 1938 that he had contracted lung disease. After a period of treatment, his condition had just improved when he resolutely accepted the task assigned by Zhou Enlai (周恩来) and traveled a long distance to Chongqing (重庆), where he was responsible for the Party's organizational work in the Southern Bureau (南方局) to adapt to the needs of the War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression.

During this period, he conscientiously grasped the Party's organizational and ideological construction, hosted training classes for party members in Chongqing (重庆), and participated in Ye Jianying's (叶剑英) Nanyue Guerrilla Cadre Training Class (南岳游击干部训练班), translating many Soviet articles for Ye Jianying (叶剑英) and others to use as lecture references. He also wrote political articles, published the book *On Political Parties*, and published many articles in newspapers and periodicals under the pen names "Xuan Yun (绚云)" and "Lan Guang (烂光)," actively promoting the CPC's program of resisting Japan and saving the country and the policy of the anti-Japanese national united front. By the first half of 1939, the construction of party organizations in various places under the leadership of the Southern Bureau (南方局) had achieved significant results, and the number of party members had grown to more than 80,000.

Huang Wenjie (黄文杰) worked diligently for the Party's cause, and even his wife did not know about his illness. In July 1939, he caught a cold in an air-raid shelter while avoiding a Japanese air raid, developed a high fever, and died of ineffective rescue in August, at the age of 37.

After Huang Wenjie's (黄文杰) death, all the comrades of the Eighth Route Army Chongqing Office (八路军重庆办事处) mourned him, and Zhou Enlai (周恩来), Dong Biwu (董必武), Deng Yingchao (邓颖超), and others personally escorted him to the cemetery. "He is our Party's camel, never caring about the weight he bears, but able to 任重致远 (rèn zhòng zhì yuǎn - "bear heavy responsibilities and go far," to shoulder heavy responsibilities and go a long way; to be able to endure hardship and accomplish a great mission) to cross the difficult desert. Such a person, dying precisely in the difficult era of the revolution, is truly a loss to the revolution." In the article *In Memory of Comrade Huang Wenjie's Death*, Ye Jianying (叶剑英) wrote emotionally.

In 1983, the Ministry of Civil Affairs (民政部) approved Huang Wenjie (黄文杰) as a revolutionary martyr. In September 2020, Huang Wenjie (黄文杰) was included in the third batch of famous anti-Japanese martyrs and hero group lists.

In Huang Wenjie's (黄文杰) hometown, his deeds are deeply remembered. In June 2021, the local government renovated Huang Wenjie's (黄文杰) former residence and set up the "Huang Wenjie Martyr Deeds Exhibition" on the basis of the former residence, arranging Huang Wenjie's (黄文杰) statue, theme relief wall, text wall, and related objects.

Huang Kaibo (黄凯波), Propaganda Committee Member of the Daping Town Party Committee (大坪镇党委) in Xingning (兴宁), Meizhou (梅州), introduced that Huang Wenjie's (黄文杰) former residence has now become an important place for local revolutionary tradition education and patriotism education. "We will continue to deeply explore the revolutionary deeds of the hero, so that more people can understand his loyal and selfless revolutionary spirit, inherit the red gene, and promote the Party's fine traditions."

(According to Xinhua News Agency (新华社), Guangzhou (广州), July 13)

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Ministry of Education Launches the Fourth Round of "National Higher Education Huang Danian-Style Teacher Teams" Development Activities

This newspaper's Beijing (北京) July 16th dispatch (Reporter Wu Yue (吴月)) Recently, the Ministry of Education (教育部) issued the "Notice on Launching the Fourth Batch of 'National University Huang Danian-Style Teacher Teams' Creation Activities," launching the fourth batch of "National University Huang Danian-Style Teacher Teams" creation activities, planning to create 200 teams, and conduct continuous tracking support and typical publicity.

The notice proposes that, by creating "National University Huang Danian-Style Teacher Teams," we should organize and guide the vast number of university teachers and researchers to take Comrade Huang Danian (黄大年) as an example, strengthen their ideals and beliefs, cultivate their moral sentiments, nourish solid knowledge, and diligently cultivate a heart of benevolence, and truly integrate their patriotic feelings and aspirations to serve the country into the great practice of accelerating the construction of a strong country in education, a strong country in science and technology, and a strong country in talent.

The notice requires that all provinces (cities) and universities should focus on creation indicators such as ideological and political integrity and teacher ethics, education and teaching, scientific research and innovation, and social services, and carry out creation activities in accordance with the mechanism of voluntary application and selection at each level, adapting to local conditions. The Ministry of Education (教育部) will organize experts to evaluate the application materials, select the shortlisted candidates, and finally determine this round of "National University Huang Danian-Style Teacher Teams" through mid-term assessments and unified identification procedures.

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Elderly Cafeteria: Savoring Happiness (Heartwarming Story)

By: 本报记者  刘鑫焱 马睿姗

"Dinner is ready!" At 4:30 PM, entering the Happiness Courtyard in Sanjiaozhuang Village (三角庄村), Zhike Town (枝柯镇), Zhongyang County (中阳县), Lüliang City (吕梁市), Shanxi Province (山西省), steaming hot steamed buns were just taken out of the steamer. The cook placed homemade stir-fries on the table, and the restaurant was filled with a rich aroma of food. The elderly took out bowls and chopsticks from the tableware cabinet, sat together, and had dinner. Here, the elderly can spend a few yuan a day and enjoy a hearty meal without leaving the village.

Zhongyang County (中阳县) is located in the hinterland of the Lüliang Mountains (吕梁山). The mountain roads are rugged. Sanjiaozhuang Village (三角庄村) is about 20 kilometers away from Zhongyang County (中阳县). More than 80% of the villagers are elderly people left behind, and there has always been the problem of "expensive meals, difficult cooking, and tiring errands."

How can the elderly eat hot meals in the village?

In 2024, Zhongyang County (中阳县) promoted the "Ten Million Yangyi Elderly Assistance" project, built five types of elderly care institutions, provided venues by the community, provided subsidies by the finance department, and opened elderly canteens in 14 communities to provide meal services for the surrounding elderly. At the same time, it opened day care centers and Happiness Courtyards in administrative villages. The village committee provided venues, hired "village chefs" with health certificates, purchased fresh ingredients uniformly every day, and customized nutritionally balanced recipes. At the same time, it set up public welfare posts for elderly care workers to provide services such as meal assistance, cleaning assistance, and cultural entertainment for the elderly. Through government investment, collective subsidies, individual contributions, children's contributions, and social donations, the channels for raising funds for elderly care services were broadened. "Elderly people over 70 years old in the county receive a meal subsidy of 7 yuan per day. Community lunches are no more than 4 yuan, and dinners are no more than 2 yuan; rural lunches are no more than 2 yuan, and dinners are no more than 1 yuan," said Liu Yong (刘勇), Director of the Civil Affairs Bureau of Zhongyang County (中阳县民政局局长).

In addition to community canteens and Happiness Courtyards in villages, canteens have also opened in villagers' homes. When it's time for meals, the elderly come to the home of Wu Donglian (武冬连), a villager in Sanjiaozhuang Village (三角庄村), for meals. This has become the village's "Good Neighbor Elderly Assistance Courtyard." For elderly people who live in remote natural villages and need meals, Zhongyang County (中阳县) has adopted the "Good Neighbor Elderly Assistance Courtyard" model, selecting enthusiastic, clean, and hygienic farmers' families to create "Good Neighbor Elderly Assistance Courtyards." Each courtyard receives a one-time subsidy of 5,000 yuan for the purchase of refrigerators, disinfection cabinets, cooking utensils, and other equipment, and an annual subsidy of 1,000 yuan for water and electricity bills.

Villager Liu Wanqi (刘完其) is 89 years old this year and has been eating at Wu Donglian's (武冬连) house for several months. He couldn't help but praise, "The food here is good, and everyone can chat together." Because his children work outside, it is usually very difficult for him to cook for himself. Every day, Liu Wanqi (刘完其) comes to Wu Donglian's (武冬连) canteen half an hour before the meal and chats with the elderly. He has long regarded this place as his second home.

How can "Happy Meals" be eaten more safely?

In a corner of the Happiness Courtyard in Sanjiaozhuang Village (三角庄村), sample dishes from the day are placed in a food sample retention cabinet, which is managed and recorded by a dedicated person. The Zhongyang County Market Supervision Administration (中阳县市场监督管理局) regularly inspects it. Each elderly person's bowls and chopsticks are disinfected and stored separately in independent storage cabinets to ensure that hygiene standards are met. As of now, Zhongyang County (中阳县)'s 88 communities and administrative villages have achieved full coverage of elderly canteens, with an average of more than 4,000 meals per day.

"In the future, we will focus on the elderly's needs for elderly care, combine them with the actual situation of the county, expand service content, and improve service levels," said Liu Yong (刘勇).

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Many regions have experienced 5 to 8 days of high temperatures since July.

This newspaper reported from Beijing on July 16th (Reporter Li Hongmei (李红梅)): A reporter learned from the China Meteorological Administration (中国气象局) that since July, the number of high-temperature days in the Huanghuai, Jianghuai, Jianghan, and Jiangnan regions has generally reached 5 to 8 days, and in some areas, it has lasted for 9 to 13 days.

Since July 3rd to 8th and since July 12th, China has successively experienced two rounds of large-scale high-temperature weather processes. Among them, from July 3rd to 8th, the area affected by temperatures exceeding 35 degrees Celsius nationwide reached 3.15 million square kilometers, affecting a population of 920 million. The highest temperatures at 11 national-level meteorological observation stations, including Yantai (烟台), Shandong (山东), and Yancheng (盐城), Jiangsu (江苏), broke historical extreme values. The second round of high temperatures, centered on Henan (河南), spread to southern North China and Hubei (湖北), Shaanxi (陕西), Chongqing (重庆), and other places. From the 15th to the 16th, this round of high temperatures entered its most intense period. 1,400 national-level meteorological observation stations in 29 provinces (autonomous regions, and municipalities directly under the central government) experienced weather above 35 degrees Celsius. The highest temperatures in Xi'an (西安), Xianyang (咸阳), and Baoji (宝鸡) in Shaanxi (陕西) exceeded 42 degrees Celsius. The highest temperature at the Dongkan (东坎) national-level meteorological observation station in Turpan (吐鲁番) City, Xinjiang (新疆), reached 45.7 degrees Celsius. The highest temperatures at 8 national-level meteorological observation stations broke historical extreme values.

In addition, in the first week of July, over 100 national-level meteorological observation stations across the country broke nighttime temperature records. Taking Jinan (济南), Shandong (山东) as an example, the daily minimum temperature has reached 29 degrees Celsius. Data shows that since 2000, the number of days with minimum temperatures higher than 28 degrees Celsius in Beijing (北京), Tianjin (天津), Zhengzhou (郑州), Henan (河南), and other places has increased significantly. The number of days with minimum temperatures higher than 28 degrees Celsius in Nanchang (南昌), Jiangxi (江西), has increased from an average of 5 to 7 days per year at the end of the last century to 21.7 days in the last 10 years.

According to the forecast of the Central Meteorological Observatory (中央气象台), in the coming week, central and southern Hebei (河北), Huanghuai (黄淮), Jianghan (江汉), Jianghuai (江淮), Jiangnan (江南), Guanzhong (关中) in Shaanxi (陕西), and the Sichuan Basin (四川盆地) will experience high temperatures above 35 degrees Celsius, and the highest temperatures in some areas may reach 39 to 42 degrees Celsius. The high-temperature weather will gradually ease from the 21st.

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Fujian Strengthens Occupational Injury Protection for New Forms of Employment

This newspaper Fuzhou (福州) July 16th (Reporter Zhong Ziwei (钟自炜)) Recently, 11 departments including the Fujian Provincial Department of Human Resources and Social Security (福建省人力资源和社会保障厅) issued the "Implementation Plan for the Pilot Work of Occupational Injury Protection for New Employment Forms in Fujian Province (福建省新就业形态人员职业伤害保障试点工作实施方案)", providing strong support for the healthy development of the platform economy and the protection of workers' rights and interests.

According to the plan, there are 11 pilot platform enterprises, covering travel, instant delivery, and intra-city freight. Human resources and social security departments in various parts of Fujian (福建) will strengthen departmental coordination, take the lead in doing a good job in occupational injury confirmation, work ability assessment, and benefit review and payment for new employment forms of personnel in pilot platform enterprises, and ensure that occupational injury protection benefits for new employment forms of personnel are 落到实处 (luò dào shí chù - "settle into reality," to be implemented practically and effectively). Commercial insurance institutions will be introduced in accordance with laws and regulations to participate in the handling of occupational injury protection services, and a collaborative working mechanism between human resources and social security departments and commercial insurance institutions will be improved to promote the integration of "three matters" – occupational injury confirmation, work ability assessment, and benefit verification and payment – into the handling of "one matter," thereby improving the efficiency of handling services and service experience.

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Editor in charge of this edition: Zhang Yanchun, Liu Juanxi, Zeng Yichen

Layout design: Cai Huawei (蔡华伟)

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China's High-Speed Rail Soars Through Diverse Environments (Visit)

By: 本报记者  李心萍

China's high-speed rail, a shining symbol on the road to rejuvenation. From plains, mountains, and water towns to deserts, frozen soil, and sea surfaces, high-speed rail gallops in all directions, connecting regions across the country and diverse environments.

From July 8th to 11th, the 12th World High-Speed Rail Congress was held in Beijing (北京). With the most comprehensive high-speed rail technology and the richest operating scenarios, China's high-speed rail development achievements are world-renowned. In the first half of this year, the national railway completed 355.9 billion yuan in fixed asset investment, an increase of 5.5% year-on-year. As of the end of last year, China's high-speed rail mileage reached 48,000 kilometers, many of which face the test of extreme climatic conditions and complex geological environments during construction and operation.

How is China's high-speed rail made? Please follow the reporter to explore the answers in various places.

Lanxin High-Speed Railway (兰新高铁)

Building a "Barrier" to Block Wind and Sand

Danxia, snow mountains, grasslands, deserts... Taking the Lanxin High-Speed Railway westward, the mountains and rivers are magnificent.

The Lanxin High-Speed Railway is China's first high-speed railway to cross the Gobi Desert and windy areas. It starts from Lanzhou (兰州), Gansu (甘肃) in the east, passes through Xining (西宁), Qinghai (青海), and ends in Urumqi (乌鲁木齐), Xinjiang (新疆) in the west, with a total length of 1,786 kilometers, most of which is in the Gobi Desert.

The boundless Gobi Desert brings considerable challenges to the construction and operation of high-speed rail.

How strong is the wind? The Lanxin High-Speed Railway has to cross the Yandun Wind Area (烟墩风区), Baili Wind Area (百里风区), San Shili Wind Area (三十里风区), and Dabancheng Wind Area (达坂城风区), "four major wind areas," where some sections have more than 200 days of gale weather above level 8 annually.

How to deal with it? High-speed rail builders have explored the "three magic weapons" to deal with wind and sand disasters: roadbed windbreak walls, bridge windbreak screens, and windproof tunnels.

On the windward side of the high-speed railway roadbed, there are windbreak walls of 3.5 to 4 meters high. The wind force, wind direction, terrain, and line conditions vary in different regions. The design of the windbreak walls is adapted to local conditions, and various structural forms such as cantilever, support arm, and column plate are adopted. The total length of the roadbed windbreak walls in Xinjiang alone reaches 345 kilometers.

The 124 bridges located in the windy area are equipped with windbreak screens with a total length of 95 kilometers, which are fixed on both sides or one side of the bridge according to the wind force.

In the Baili Wind Area, the 1.2-kilometer-long windproof tunnel is equivalent to assembling a complete "ground tunnel" on the roadbed. The windward side is a solid wall, and the leeward side has ventilation and lighting windows to shield the train from wind and sand and escort it.

"The windproof engineering technology used in the Lanxin High-Speed Railway is pioneering in high-speed railway construction," said Hu Guoxing (胡国星), Deputy Director of the Construction Department of China Railway Urumqi Bureau (国铁乌鲁木齐局).

Under the protection of windproof engineering, if the wind speed does not exceed 30 meters per second (approximately level 11 wind), the Lanxin High-Speed Railway EMU train can operate at a speed of 200 to 250 kilometers per hour; if the wind speed does not exceed 40 meters per second (approximately level 13 wind), the train can still operate at a speed of 120 kilometers per hour.

The EMU train running in high wind conditions has also undergone special treatment to overcome five major problems: wind and sand, high cold, high temperature, high altitude, and strong ultraviolet rays, to improve environmental adaptability.

In terms of overcoming wind and sand erosion, in order to cope with problems such as "shot blasting" damage to the outer paint, easy impact on side windows, and accumulation of fine sand in the cooling equipment under the car, the EMU train uses wind and sand resistant paint and glass, and improves the dust removal of the equipment compartment.

When the road is open, all industries prosper. Since its full opening in 2014, the Lanxin High-Speed Railway has carried more than 140 million passengers, and the railway travel time from Urumqi to Lanzhou has been shortened from 25 hours to 11 hours and 50 minutes.

The opening of the Lanxin High-Speed Railway has effectively released the transportation capacity of the Lanxin Railway. Last year, the Lanxin Railway (existing line) completed a cargo volume of 214.359 million tons, an increase of 115% compared with 2014; the number of China-Europe (Central Asia) trains passing through the Xinjiang Khorgos (霍尔果斯) and Alashankou (阿拉山口) railway ports was 16,414, an increase of 14.0% year-on-year.

Harbin-Dalian High-Speed Railway (哈大高铁)

Putting on "Armor" to Resist Extreme Cold

Safe operation for 4,581 days, with a cumulative passenger volume of over 1 billion - this is the answer sheet handed over by the Harbin-Dalian High-Speed Railway since its opening in 2012.

The Harbin-Dalian High-Speed Railway starts from Harbin (哈尔滨), Heilongjiang (黑龙江) in the north and ends in Dalian (大连), Liaoning (辽宁) in the south. It is the world's first high-speed railway to cross the seasonal frozen soil area in high-cold regions. The winter temperature along the line can be as low as minus 37.3 degrees Celsius, and the maximum temperature in summer can exceed 35 degrees Celsius, with significant temperature differences. The maximum snow thickness is 30 centimeters, and the maximum freezing depth of the soil reaches 205 centimeters.

"Such a geographical location and extreme climatic conditions were once regarded as a restricted area for high-speed rail development," said Yang Bingtao (杨炳涛), former Deputy General Manager of Harbin-Dalian High-Speed Railway Company. Repeated freezing and thawing of the soil can easily lead to roadbed settlement and deformation; the EMU train faces the "condensate trap" - during inter-provincial operation, when warm and humid air encounters the low-temperature car body, condensate will be generated on the car body equipment and pipelines, causing short circuits or damage to electrical components.

Construction "breaking the situation" requires technology to "break the ice." Non-frost-susceptible fill and anti-freezing shoulders build a double defense line for the roadbed. For the EMU train itself, a new set of equipment has also been developed: a maze-like structure filter and a protective net "work together" to prevent ice and snow from entering the equipment compartment. The EMU train, covered with this "fully enclosed armor," has the ability to withstand extreme cold.

When wind and snow come, how to ensure the normal operation of high-speed rail? Snow melting devices quickly melt snow to ensure smooth switch conversion; ice melting devices directly melt the ice on the contact wires to ensure the normal use of the contact network; more than 700 high-definition night vision cameras and other intelligent monitoring equipment guard the line in real time and detect hidden dangers in advance.

In addition, the Harbin-Dalian High-Speed Railway has set up 7 sets of EMU train operation fault image monitoring systems, which can remotely monitor the undercarriage and side components of passing EMU trains and grasp the operating status of the train in a timely manner; since 2012, China Railway Harbin Bureau (国铁哈尔滨局) has carried out 36 cold-proof modifications to high-speed railway EMU trains to improve the low-temperature resistance of the EMU trains.

Relying on the Harbin-Dalian High-Speed Railway, China has formed a complete set of technologies for high-speed railways in high-cold regions. "After years of independent exploration, we have fully mastered the operation and maintenance technology of high-cold high-speed railways, and have achieved safe operation of 300 kilometers per hour in winter and summer for the first time in the world in high-cold regions," said Li Wenwei (李文伟), Deputy Director of the Transportation Department of China Railway Shenyang Bureau (国铁沈阳局).

Following the Harbin-Dalian High-Speed Railway, China has also built the Harbin-Qiqihar High-Speed Railway (哈齐高铁), Harbin-Mudanjiang High-Speed Railway (哈牡高铁), Harbin-Jiamusi High-Speed Railway (哈佳高铁), and Mudanjiang-Jiamusi High-Speed Railway (牡佳高铁), and is currently building the Harbin-Yichun High-Speed Railway (哈伊高铁) and Shenyang-Baishan High-Speed Railway (沈白高铁).

A series of high-cold high-speed railway lines are woven into a network, which not only connects with the Beijing-Harbin High-Speed Railway and integrates into the national high-speed railway network, but also drives Shenyang, Changchun (长春), and Dalian to form a 2-hour economic circle. As of now, the high-speed rail mileage in Northeast China has reached 4,696 kilometers.

"The rapid development of high-speed rail has accelerated the flow of talent, technology, and resources in the cities along the line," said Lan Junqi (兰俊奇), Deputy Director of the Planning and Statistics Department of China Railway Shenyang Bureau. After the opening of the Harbin-Dalian High-Speed Railway, the tourism revenue of the cities along the line increased by 25%.

Fuzhou-Xiamen High-Speed Railway (福厦高铁)

Using "Sky Eye" to Protect Safety

The Fuzhou-Xiamen High-Speed Railway, which connects Fuzhou (福州), Xiamen (厦门), and Zhangzhou (漳州) in Fujian (福建), has the "unique skill" of resisting level 12 typhoons.

As China's first cross-sea high-speed railway with a design speed of 350 kilometers per hour, the Fuzhou-Xiamen High-Speed Railway is home to three world-class cross-sea high-speed railway bridges - Quanzhou Bay (泉州湾), Meizhou Bay (湄洲湾), and Anhai Bay (安海湾) cross-sea bridges. For bridge stability, sea waves are a major test.

"Laying ballastless track and passing high-speed trains on large-span cross-sea bridges has extremely high requirements for bridge structural stiffness, creep deformation, and dynamic performance," said Yan Aiguo (严爱国), Deputy Chief Engineer of China Railway Fourth Survey and Design Institute Group Co., Ltd. (铁四院). After countless simulations, the design team found the steel-concrete composite beam structure parameters suitable for the marine environment and solved the problem.

Cross-sea bridges also face the erosion of sea breeze and seawater. "Under high-salt and high-humidity climatic conditions, it is difficult to achieve the effect of traditional anti-corrosion methods by painting the surface of steel structures," said Yan Aiguo. In order to break through technical bottlenecks, the cable tower steel anchor beams and supports of the Anhai Bay cross-sea bridge use corrosion-resistant steel, filling the gap in China's steel grades.

A series of innovative designs allow the EMU train to pass through the Anhai Bay cross-sea bridge at a speed of 350 kilometers per hour in level 8 winds without setting up windbreak barriers. Even in the face of level 11 storms, the EMU train can still operate.

In September 2023, the Fuzhou-Xiamen High-Speed Railway officially opened for operation; as of June this year, the Fuzhou-Xiamen High-Speed Railway has carried more than 21 million passengers.

As a representative high-speed railway opened in recent years, the Fuzhou-Xiamen High-Speed Railway comprehensively applies modern information technologies such as intelligent sensing, the Internet of Things, cloud computing, and satellite navigation to establish a complete bridge-track integrated monitoring system. Zeng Zhiyuan (曾志员), Deputy Section Chief of the Road and Bridge Section of the Fuzhou Engineering Section of China Railway Nanchang Bureau (国铁南昌局福州工务段), introduced that the system is like a "sky eye," which can quickly diagnose the bridge-track status, provide multi-level early warning, and assess development trends and potential threats, providing a basis for operation management and scientific maintenance.

Currently, China's high-speed rail is frequently crossing mountains and seas and shortening time and space. At the end of 2023, the Shantou-Shanwei High-Speed Railway (汕汕高铁) opened for operation; at present, a number of cross-sea high-speed railways such as the Guangzhou-Zhanjiang High-Speed Railway (广湛高铁), Ningbo-Zhoushan Railway (甬舟铁路), and Nantong-Suzhou-Jiaxing-Ningbo High-Speed Railway (通苏嘉甬高铁) are under construction.

"Different from the Fuzhou-Xiamen High-Speed Railway, the Shantou-Shanwei High-Speed Railway adopts a submarine tunnel mode to reduce the impact on waterways and marine ecology," said Meng Qingyu (孟庆余), Chief Engineer of the Tunnel Specialty of China Railway Design Corporation (中国铁设) for the Shantou-Shanwei High-Speed Railway. The submarine geology is complex, and tunnel construction requires the use of various construction methods such as land mining method, sea mining method, shield tunneling method, and shield air pushing method. "Thanks to the development and growth of China's shield machine industry, more and more cross-sea tunnels are constructed with large-diameter shield machines, turning the impossible into possible," said Meng Qingyu.

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"Brilliant 60 Years, Charming New Tibet": Centralized Interview Campaign Launched in Lhasa

This newspaper reported from Lhasa on July 16th (Reporters Xian Gan (鲜敢) and Xu Yuyao (徐驭尧)) The launching ceremony of the "60 Glorious Years, Charming New Tibet" centralized interview activity was held in Lhasa (拉萨), Tibet (西藏) on July 15th. The Central Propaganda Department (中宣部) and the United Front Work Department of the Central Committee (中央统战部) organized nearly 100 reporters from 30 major central media outlets and some provincial and municipal media outlets, divided into 3 routes, to conduct interviews and reports in 7 prefectures and cities in Tibet (西藏).

This year marks the 60th anniversary of the establishment of the Tibet Autonomous Region (西藏自治区). Focusing on Tibet's efforts to grasp the "four major tasks," promote the "four creations," and "take the lead in four areas," the interview team will focus on highlighting relevant progress and achievements, presenting a panoramic and multi-faceted view of the glorious achievements and new outlook achieved by the Tibet Autonomous Region (西藏自治区) since its establishment, especially since the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China. They will truthfully, vividly, and three-dimensionally tell the story of the Party Central Committee's concern, the support of the people of the whole country, and the united efforts of cadres and the masses of all ethnic groups in Tibet (西藏), and comprehensively present the vivid practice of writing a new chapter in Tibet (西藏) with Chinese-style modernization.

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Technological Innovation & New Product Launches (Promoting High-Quality Development of the Private Economy)

By: 本报记者  郝迎灿  胡婧怡

Dalian Yaming Automotive Parts Co., Ltd. (大连亚明汽车部件股份有限公司) (hereinafter referred to as "Dalian Yaming (大连亚明)"), located in the Lushun Economic and Technological Development Zone (旅顺经济技术开发区) of Dalian (大连), Liaoning (辽宁), has decided to add an investment of 222 million yuan this year to update equipment and build a smart factory.

Where does the confidence come from? "Seizing policy dividends, playing the 'smart card' and the 'innovation card' well, and firmly grasping certainty," said Fang Jianru (方建儒), the company's general manager, amidst the roar of machines.

Playing the "smart card" well means seeking benefits from information and vitality from data.

At the entrance of the workshop, numbers jump in real-time on the central control screen, and various data such as production processes and equipment operating status are clear at a glance. As a national-level smart manufacturing demonstration factory, Dalian Yaming (大连亚明) started with the intelligent transformation of equipment to achieve interconnection and automated control of production equipment, greatly improving production efficiency and product quality.

"Through digital twin technology, our product development cycle has been shortened from about half a year in the past to as little as 15 days, better adapting to the rapid iteration needs of industry products," Fang Jianru (方建儒) introduced.

Playing the "innovation card" well means leading product innovation with technological innovation.

In the past, Dalian Yaming's (大连亚明) products were mainly for fuel vehicles and mainly for export; now, new energy vehicle parts and components account for about 70% of sales, and domestic market sales account for more than 70%.

Behind the two 70% is an upward curve - the company's annual revenue increased from less than 200 million yuan in 2020 to more than 400 million yuan in 2024. "Instead of getting caught up in price wars, we focus on technology, and innovation is the key to maintaining competitiveness," said Zhao Bonan (赵博楠), Minister of the company's product department.

A few years ago, Zhao Bonan (赵博楠) led the team to meet the challenges and undertook the research and production of refrigerant flow channel plates. The refrigerant flow channel plate is a key component to improve the range of new energy vehicles. "The first trial mold couldn't even be formed," Zhao Bonan (赵博楠) recalled. With no experience to draw on, the team tried and modified bit by bit, from metal liquid formula to process parameters to mold structure adjustment, and persevered.

After 4 years, Dalian Yaming (大连亚明) successfully achieved mass production of refrigerant flow channel plates. "According to customer calculations, after installing the thermal management system jointly developed by us and the car company, the range of the whole vehicle has increased by more than 20%," said Zhao Bonan (赵博楠).

In recent years, Dalian Yaming (大连亚明) has invested more than 5% of its sales revenue in research and development every year, and currently has more than 100 core patents and has been rated as a national-level specialized, refined, and new "little giant" enterprise.

The development and growth of private enterprises requires singing a good concerto and playing a good combination of punches. Dalian Yaming's (大连亚明) journey of **乘风破浪** (chéng fēng pò làng - "riding the wind and waves," to brave the wind and the waves; to have high ambitions) is inseparable from strong policies and increased services. "In smart manufacturing alone, we have received a total of more than 50 million yuan in national, provincial, and municipal subsidies," said Fang Jianru (方建儒).

In early May of this year, Dalian Yaming (大连亚明) plans to build a standby energy project. Chen Dong (陈冬), Director of the Enterprise Service Bureau of Lushun Economic and Technological Development Zone (旅顺经济技术开发区), introduced: "The Economic Development Zone coordinated the joint office and door-to-door service of the Development and Reform Commission, Housing and Construction, and Emergency Management Departments to help the project be put into operation half a year ahead of schedule."

From the growth of Dalian Yaming (大连亚明), we can see the solid steps of Liaoning (辽宁) to boost confidence in the development of the private economy. Implementing the private enterprise upgrading project and the private entrepreneur cultivation project, increasing the support of factors such as capital, technology, and talent... As of the end of last year, the operating entities of Liaoning's (辽宁) private economy accounted for more than 96% of the province's operating entities, and the tax revenue accounted for more than half. Private enterprises have become Liaoning's (辽宁) largest foreign trade operating entity.

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National "Student Milk Program" Benefits 31.34 Million Students

This newspaper's Xiamen (厦门) dispatch on July 16th (Reporter Yu Jingxian (郁静娴)): From July 13th to 15th, the 16th China Dairy Conference, the Dairy Top 20 Forum, and the 2025 China Dairy Exhibition, hosted by the Dairy Association of China (中国奶业协会), were held in Xiamen (厦门), Fujian (福建). The conference attracted more than 500 companies to participate in the exhibition, with an exhibition area of 100,000 square meters and 60,000 industry visitors.

This year marks the 25th anniversary of the implementation of the National "Student Drinking Milk Program" (国家“学生饮用奶计划”). The program has played a positive role in helping students improve their nutrition, promoting balanced regional development, and leading the transformation and upgrading of the industry. The scope of the program has expanded from the initial 5 pilot cities to 31 provinces, covering more than 100,000 schools and benefiting 31.34 million students. The average daily supply of student drinking milk nationwide has increased from 500,000 servings in 2001 to 26.72 million servings in 2024.

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Guangzhou Issues "AI Assistant" Individual Business Licenses

Guangzhou, July 16 (Reporter Li Gang) "In the past, we had to repeatedly check whether the description of the business scope was standardized when filling out forms. Now, we only need to tell the AI 'I want to open a department store,' and the system can automatically generate the required business scope items." On July 15, at the Huangshi Market Supervision Office in Baiyun District (白云区), Guangzhou (广州), an individual business owner received the first business license in Guangzhou (广州) approved through the "AI Assistant."

The Guangzhou Municipal Market Supervision Bureau (广州市市场监管局), relying on the WeChat mini-program "Guangzhou Enterprise Establishment One-Stop Platform" (广州市开办企业一网通平台), launched the "AI Assistant" service zone for individual business owners. It innovatively introduced two major functions: "AI Assistant" intelligent filling and "Individual Business Owner Transformation to Enterprise" direct change on the mobile platform. It uses AI technology to break through traditional registration difficulties and bottlenecks, promote the convenience of establishment and transformation of individual business owners, and further improve the intelligent registration service.

In response to the difficulties in selecting a business scope and the ease of errors and omissions in information filling often encountered by individual business owners during registration, the "AI Assistant" service zone breaks away from the traditional filling mode. Applicants only need to interact with the AI assistant through the mini-program, describing elements such as business needs, name intentions, address, and personnel information. The system can then intelligently generate a standardized application form based on relevant regulations. Applicants can modify and supplement online, and then submit with one click. The entire process does not require handwritten forms, realizing immediate reporting and processing. After adopting the "AI Assistant" model, the process from application to obtaining a business license for individual business owners has significantly accelerated, with the fastest completion on the same day.

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Photo Story

Recently, the Chongqing Zoo, in response to the high temperatures, has adopted methods such as air conditioning, cold water baths, feeding fruits, and adjusting feed to help animals cool off and spend the summer, and replenish water and nutrition. The picture shows giant pandas at the Chongqing Zoo (重庆动物园) eating iced fruit on July 16.

Xinhua News Agency reporter Tang Yi (唐奕) photo

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The 31st Lanzhou Trade Fair Achieves Over 650 Billion Yuan in Signed Agreements

This reporter learned from the press conference held by the Gansu Provincial Government Information Office (甘肃省政府新闻办) that the 31st China Lanzhou Investment and Trade Fair (中国兰州投资贸易洽谈会) recently concluded in Lanzhou (兰州). A total of 1181 contract projects were signed at this year's fair, with a total contract value of 650.082 billion yuan, an increase of 7.64% over the previous session, setting a new historical high.

The fair attracted more than 4,000 enterprises and more than 40,000 guests. The venue set up four exhibition areas, including the Silk Road International Cooperation, with an exhibition area of 54,000 square meters, and more than 100,000 visitors on site. During the Lanzhou Fair, 14 key investment promotion activities were organized, such as the New Energy and New Energy Equipment Industry Investment and Development Docking, and the Yangtze River Delta (长三角) Well-known Entrepreneurs' Trip to Gansu (陇上行), and a number of foreign investment projects were successfully signed.

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Editors of this page: Liu Nian, Lu Tao, Shang Rongzheng

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Weekend escape to Guangdong: Relax and enjoy your Guangdong trip.

To further stimulate the weekend travel market, increase the publicity and promotion of Guangdong's cultural and tourism resources, and expand the domestic tourism market, the Guangdong Provincial Department of Culture and Tourism, based on carefully creating the "Enjoy Guangdong on Weekends" ("周末叹广东") cultural and tourism IP, has launched the "Enjoy Guangdong on Weekends, Travel Guangdong with Ease" ("周末叹广东，粤游粤轻松") Guangdong cultural and tourism caravan roadshow event. The term "叹" (tàn) in Cantonese means "to savor, to enjoy." The event extends an invitation to "Enjoy Guangdong on Weekends," focusing on promoting "two-day, one-night in-depth tours." It innovatively combines offline caravan tours with online topic dissemination, cleverly connecting the characteristic routes of 21 cities in Guangdong Province, and is committed to conveying the travel concept of "easy departure, in-depth experience."

Starting from July 4th, the Guangdong cultural and tourism caravan will travel along eastern and western routes to 20 cities in 11 provinces (autonomous regions, and municipalities). The western route passes through Haikou (海口), Danzhou (儋州), Nanning (南宁), Guilin (桂林), Guiyang (贵阳), Zunyi (遵义), Chengdu (成都), Chongqing (重庆), Jingzhou (荆州), and Wuhan (武汉). The eastern route passes through Xiamen (厦门), Fuzhou (福州), Wenzhou (温州), Hangzhou (杭州), Bengbu (蚌埠), Hefei (合肥), Nanchang (南昌), Ganzhou (赣州), Changsha (长沙), and Zhangjiajie (张家界). Through "city tours + city roadshows" and Guangdong tourism route recommendations, the event comprehensively strengthens Guangdong's cultural and tourism promotion and attracts tourists to Guangdong. It is estimated that online and offline activities will involve 9 million participants, effectively releasing the consumption potential of Guangdong's culture, tourism, and sports, and forming a sustainable cultural and tourism ecosystem.

City's Fame: Guangdong's Cities are Vibrant

Guangdong boasts two first-tier cities, Guangzhou (广州) and Shenzhen (深圳), as well as new first-tier city clusters such as Foshan (佛山) and Dongguan (东莞), forming a dual charm of "modern metropolis + historical culture."

Culture's Prosperity: Lingnan Culture is Profound

With the charm of Guangfu, the long-standing Hakka sentiments, and the rich Chaoshan flavors, the diverse Lingnan culture thrives in a colorful symbiosis. A "new highland of Lingnan culture" with a gathering of cultural elites and innovative vitality is gradually taking shape.

Sea's Grandeur: Coastal Tourism is Captivating

Guangdong's coastline is approximately 4,100 kilometers long, ranking first in the country, forming a "one belt, multiple zones" coastal tourism pattern.

Food's Excellence: "Dining in Guangdong" is World-Renowned

The "Dining in Guangdong" ("食在广东") IP enjoys a global reputation.

Green's Beauty: Green and Beautiful Guangdong is Beautiful in All Seasons

From the Nanling Mountains (南岭) forests to the Pearl River (珠江) water system, a three-dimensional ecological network of "mountains, seas, forests, fields, and lakes" is formed.

Road's Convenience: Southern Guangdong Extends to Ten Thousand Miles

The comprehensive transportation network of "air, rail, port, and track" constitutes a "2-hour Greater Bay Area tourism circle."

Population's Size: Guangdong has a Large Population

Guangdong's large population provides a solid foundation for the development of the tourism industry. The total tourism revenue and the number of inbound tourists have long ranked among the top in the country, with the industrial scale exceeding one trillion yuan.

Data Source: Guangdong Provincial Department of Culture and Tourism (广东省文化和旅游厅)

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Empowering Chinese-style Modernization with Technological Modernization (In-depth Study and Implementation of Xi Jinping's Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era: Experts Discuss Studying Volume I of "Xi Jinping's Economic Anthology")

By: 任晓刚

Science and technology invigorate the nation, and strength in science and technology strengthens the country. Currently, the world is undergoing profound changes unseen in a century, and global competition in science and technology is becoming increasingly fierce. For China's economy to achieve high-quality development, it must rely on scientific and technological innovation. The modernization of science and technology is increasingly becoming an important component and strategic support of Chinese-style modernization. Many articles in the first volume of "Xi Jinping's Economic Anthology" make important statements on the modernization of science and technology. For example, "Strengthening Scientific and Technological Supply to Serve the Main Battlefield of Economic and Social Development" points out: "Economic globalization, on the surface, is the widespread flow of goods, capital, and information around the world, but the essence of the force that dominates this flow is talent and technological innovation capabilities"; "Deepening the Understanding of Major Issues in Medium- and Long-Term Economic and Social Development" points out: "To achieve high-quality development, we must achieve intrinsic growth driven by innovation. We must vigorously enhance our independent innovation capabilities and break through key core technologies as soon as possible"; "Chinese-Style Modernization Must Rely on the Modernization of Science and Technology for Support" points out: "We must fully recognize the strategic leading position and fundamental supporting role of science and technology, anchor the strategic goal of building a strong country in science and technology by 2035, strengthen top-level design and overall planning, and accelerate the realization of high-level self-reliance and self-improvement in science and technology"; and so on. General Secretary Xi Jinping's important expositions have deepened the understanding of the laws governing the development of science and technology, leading China's science and technology undertakings to achieve historic achievements and undergo historic changes. On the new journey, we must thoroughly study and implement General Secretary Xi Jinping's important expositions and empower Chinese-style modernization with the modernization of science and technology.

The Modernization of Science and Technology Has an Inherent Unity with Chinese-Style Modernization

General Secretary Xi Jinping pointed out in "Chinese-Style Modernization Must Rely on the Modernization of Science and Technology for Support": "Chinese-style modernization must rely on the modernization of science and technology for support, and achieving high-quality development must rely on scientific and technological innovation to cultivate new driving forces." This important exposition reveals the inherent unity between the modernization of science and technology and Chinese-style modernization. Accurately grasping the inherent relationship between the two is conducive to accelerating the construction of a strong country in science and technology and promoting high-quality development in the new era and on the new journey.

From a historical perspective, the scientific and technological revolution has always been the core driving force for development and can always profoundly change the world's development landscape. Some countries have seized the opportunities of the scientific and technological revolution and achieved rapid enhancement of their economic strength, scientific and technological strength, and national defense strength, and rapid improvement of their comprehensive national strength. Our Party attaches great importance to the role of scientific and technological innovation in socialist modernization and unites and leads the people of the whole country to continuously write a magnificent history of scientific and technological struggle. After the founding of New China, the Party Central Committee issued a call to the entire Party and the entire country to "march towards science." With the joint efforts of all parties, it established a complete scientific research system, industrial technology system, national defense science and technology system, and local science and technology system, and achieved a number of major scientific and technological achievements marked by the "Two Bombs and One Satellite" (两弹一星), laying the foundation for socialist modernization. After the reform and opening up, our Party proposed that "science and technology are the primary productive forces," vigorously implemented the strategy of revitalizing the country through science and education, and strived to build an innovative country, promoting the continuous enhancement of China's scientific and technological strength and achieving a series of world-renowned scientific research achievements, which strongly promoted the development of China's high-tech industries and the improvement of international competitiveness, providing rapid development of material conditions for realizing the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation. Since the new era, the world has undergone profound changes unseen in a century, and the international competition formed by a new round of scientific and technological revolution and industrial transformation has become increasingly fierce. The Party Central Committee with Comrade Xi Jinping (习近平) at its core has placed scientific and technological innovation at the core of China's overall modernization construction, promoting China to accelerate its pace of high-level self-reliance and self-improvement in science and technology. Basic research and original innovation have been continuously strengthened, and breakthroughs have been made in some key core technologies. Major achievements have been made in manned spaceflight, lunar and Mars exploration, deep-sea and deep-earth exploration, supercomputers, satellite navigation, quantum information, nuclear power technology, new energy technology, large aircraft manufacturing, and biomedicine. China has entered the ranks of innovative countries. All of these have provided important support for building a strong country in science and technology and promoting and expanding Chinese-style modernization.

From a theoretical perspective, science and technology are the primary productive forces, and innovation is the primary driving force. Marxism believes that productive forces are the most active and revolutionary elements in promoting social progress. Scientific and technological innovation continuously liberates and develops social productive forces and promotes the modernization process of human society by innovating labor tools, expanding labor objects, improving the quality of laborers, and promoting the optimal combination and leap of production factors. Adhering to the modernization of science and technology is the inheritance, development, expansion, and extension of Marxism's ideas on productive forces and production relations. In the process of socialist modernization, only by adhering to the modernization of science and technology, promoting revolutionary breakthroughs in technology, innovative allocation of production factors, and in-depth transformation and upgrading of industries through scientific and technological innovation, promoting the optimal combination and renewal of laborers, labor materials, and labor objects, and at the same time, daring to comprehensively deepen reforms, consciously stimulating the vitality of social productive forces through adjusting production relations, and consciously adapting the superstructure to the development requirements of the economic base through improving the superstructure, can we get rid of the traditional economic growth mode and the development path of productive forces, give birth to new industries, new models, and new driving forces, develop productive forces characterized by high technology, high efficiency, and high quality, and then promote Chinese-style modernization to develop forward in a more regular manner.

From a practical perspective, driving high-quality development with scientific and technological innovation is the key to solving the outstanding contradictions and problems in current economic development, and it is also an important starting point for transforming the development mode, optimizing the economic structure, and transforming the growth momentum. After continuous efforts, China's total economic volume has steadily ranked second in the world, but it also faces a series of challenges such as economic structural transformation, changes in population structure, and increasingly tight resource and environmental constraints. The old combination of production functions is no longer sustainable. If we do not transform the development mode, realize the transition from quantitative expansion to qualitative improvement, and promote high-quality development, we may fall into the "middle-income trap." Adhering to the modernization of science and technology is precisely the inherent requirement to actively respond to the new development stage, new historical tasks, new environmental conditions, and new comparative advantages, and to solve China's main social contradictions with new methods, new means, and new models. Only by cultivating new driving forces for development through innovation and shaping more leading development that gives play to first-mover advantages can we get rid of the traditional development mode and promote the fundamental shift from factor-driven to innovation-driven, and promote quality change through efficiency change and power change. Adhering to the modernization of science and technology can effectively respond to the new problems, new challenges, and new risks brought about by the complex and severe international environment, reshape China's new advantages in international economic cooperation and competition, and further enhance the security and stability of China's development, and enhance the competitiveness and sustainability of China's development.

Providing Important Support for Chinese-Style Modernization with the Modernization of Science and Technology

Currently, China is comprehensively promoting the construction of a strong country and the great rejuvenation of the nation with Chinese-style modernization. General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) pointed out in "Accelerating the Construction of a New Development Pattern and Focusing on Promoting High-Quality Development": "Without a solid material and technological foundation, it is impossible to comprehensively build a strong socialist modern country"; in "Chinese-Style Modernization Must Rely on the Modernization of Science and Technology for Support," he emphasized: "Adhere to innovation-led development, establish the concept of grasping innovation is grasping development and planning innovation is planning the future, and lead high-quality development and ensure high-level security with scientific and technological innovation." In the face of the complex and severe domestic and international situation, only by supporting Chinese-style modernization with the modernization of science and technology and consolidating the foundation of high-quality development with high-level self-reliance and self-improvement in science and technology can we actively respond to various uncertainties and instabilities and promote Chinese-style modernization to move forward steadily and far.

Creating a driving engine for promoting high-quality development. High-quality development is the primary task of comprehensively building a modern socialist country, and the focus is on further liberating and developing social productive forces and realizing the transition from "having it" to "having it well." Relying on the modernization of science and technology, promoting scientific and technological innovation, and improving total factor productivity can provide a driving engine for high-quality development and continuously consolidate the material and technological foundation of Chinese-style modernization. Currently, new quality productive forces have already been formed in practice and have demonstrated a strong driving force and support for high-quality development. The core elements of developing new quality productive forces are scientific and technological innovation, especially original and disruptive scientific and technological innovation. Taking key common technologies, cutting-edge leading technologies, modern engineering technologies, and disruptive technological innovations as breakthroughs, and organizing and promoting strategic-oriented original and basic research, and fighting a tough battle in key core technologies can enable original and disruptive scientific and technological innovation achievements to emerge in abundance and cultivate new driving forces for the development of new quality productive forces. On this basis, timely applying scientific and technological innovation achievements to specific industries and industrial chains, promoting the deep integration of the digital economy and the real economy, transforming and upgrading traditional industries, cultivating and strengthening emerging industries, and planning and building future industries can enhance the resilience and security level of the industrial chain and supply chain and transform scientific and technological achievements into real productive forces. At the same time, deepening reforms in the economic system and the science and technology system, accelerating the construction of a unified national market, and establishing a high-standard market system will remove the blockages that hinder the development of new quality productive forces and allow various advanced and high-quality production factors to flow smoothly towards the development of new quality productive forces.

Consolidating the foundation for realizing common prosperity for all the people. Common prosperity is an essential requirement of socialism with Chinese characteristics and an important feature of Chinese-style modernization. Realizing common prosperity for all the people has long-term, complex, and arduous nature, and it is impossible to achieve it overnight. We must not only make the "cake" bigger and better, but also cut and distribute the "cake" well. On the one hand, the modernization of science and technology reshapes the production function through innovation, promotes the continuous development of social productive forces, and consolidates the material foundation for realizing common prosperity for all the people; on the other hand, it better promotes fairness and justice and enhances people's well-being through innovation, and helps more and more fairly benefit all the people from development results. For example, in terms of regional development, collaborative innovation promotes the free flow of innovative elements and promotes in-depth cross-regional cooperation, so that innovation results can benefit all regions more quickly, more widely, and more fairly, which can effectively narrow the development gap between urban and rural areas; in terms of people's livelihood security, scientific and technological innovation promotes the wisdom education platform to break through the limitations of time and space, promote education equity and quality improvement, and precise medical treatment, remote diagnosis and treatment, and other technological applications, build a more efficient medical service system, and improve the health level of the whole people; in terms of cultural construction, the full application of digital technology promotes the improvement of the cultural service system, promotes the direct access of high-quality cultural resources to the grassroots, and improves the accuracy of cultural product supply, which is also conducive to empowering the creative transformation and innovative development of excellent traditional Chinese culture, and laying a solid foundation for realizing the common prosperity of people's spiritual life. The modernization of science and technology continuously improves the people's sense of gain, happiness, and security while providing support for high-quality development by optimizing social security services and promoting digital and intelligent governance.

Drawing a beautiful picture of green transformation. Promoting the green transformation of economic and social development is an inherent requirement of Chinese-style modernization. This requires us to accelerate the green transformation of the development mode and help achieve carbon peaking and carbon neutrality. From an international perspective, green and low-carbon technological innovation is an important part of the new round of global scientific and technological revolution and industrial transformation; from a domestic perspective, China is still in the middle and late stages of industrialization and urbanization, and there is a strong coupling relationship between economic development and energy consumption and carbon emissions. Therefore, it is necessary to accelerate green technological innovation and the promotion and application of advanced green technologies, strengthen green manufacturing, develop green service industries, expand green energy industries, and develop green and low-carbon industries and supply chains. This is conducive to promoting the clean transformation of the energy structure, improving the conversion efficiency of clean energy, effectively curbing high energy consumption and high emissions, reducing low-efficiency and low-quality output, and building a green, low-carbon, and circular economic system. At the same time, establishing a sound incentive and restraint mechanism, continuously optimizing the policy toolbox to support green and low-carbon development, giving play to the guiding role of green finance, and building an efficient ecological green industrial cluster will form a new paradigm of technology-driven green transformation, actively respond to climate change, achieve the "dual carbon" target tasks, and consolidate the technological foundation for building a beautiful China.

Further Enhancing the Sense of Urgency, Increasing the Intensity of Scientific and Technological Innovation, and Promoting High-Level Self-Reliance and Self-Improvement in Science and Technology

General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) pointed out in "In-depth Understanding of the New Development Concept and Promoting Supply-Side Structural Reform": "We must take major scientific and technological innovations as the lead, accelerate the transformation of scientific and technological innovation achievements into real productive forces, accelerate the construction of a new industrial system, achieve what others have, we have, what others have, we are strong, and what others are strong, we are superior, and enhance the overall quality and international competitiveness of China's economy." Standing at a new historical starting point, we must take General Secretary Xi Jinping's important expositions as a scientific guide, further enhance the sense of urgency, further increase the intensity of scientific and technological innovation, and seize the commanding heights of scientific and technological competition and future development with the tenacity of 十年磨一剑 (shí nián mó yī jiàn - "ten years to grind a sword," great effort to sharpen skills) and the courage of 敢为天下先 (gǎn wéi tiān xià xiān - "dare to be the first in the world," to be a pioneer), and strive to write a new chapter in the era of high-level self-reliance and self-improvement in science and technology, so that Chinese-style modernization can stride forward in the surging power of scientific and technological modernization.

Strengthen basic research and form more original innovations and breakthroughs in key core technologies. Basic research is at the starting end of the scientific research chain from research to application and then to production. It mainly solves key technical problems from the source and bottom layer and has a basic supporting role for the development of science and technology. To strengthen basic research, we must highlight the forward-looking and strategic demand orientation, aim at the forefront of world science and technology and the major strategic needs of the country to promote scientific research innovation, optimize resource allocation and layout structure, and strengthen the advanced deployment of major scientific issues such as quantum science, brain science, synthetic biology, space science, and deep-sea science; focus on the basic science fields that may produce transformative technologies in the future, strengthen major original research and frontier interdisciplinary research, and provide basic theoretical support and technological source supply for innovative development. At the same time, strengthen applied basic research around the major needs of economic and social development and national security, and concentrate efforts to overcome a number of major scientific problems in agriculture, materials, energy, manufacturing, and engineering; around the urgent needs to improve people's livelihood and promote sustainable development, further strengthen basic scientific research in the fields of resources and environment, population health, and public safety. At the same time, pay attention to giving play to the leading role of national laboratories, the institutionalized organization role of national scientific research institutions, the main force role of high-level research universities, and the role of leading technology companies as "question setters," "answerers," and "graders," and promote strategic-oriented systematic basic research, frontier-oriented exploratory basic research, and market-oriented applied basic research.

Deepen the reform of the science and technology system and stimulate innovation and creativity. Deepening the reform of the science and technology system is conducive to breaking down the ideological concepts and institutional mechanisms that hinder scientific and technological innovation. It is a key measure to stimulate social innovation and creativity and can improve the overall effectiveness of the national innovation system. It is necessary to deepen the reform of the basic research system and mechanism, improve the stability support mechanism and competitive support mechanism for basic research and applied research, and enhance the investment capacity of basic research and applied research. Establish and improve the scientific and technological achievement transformation service system, cultivate and develop the technology market, establish venture capital funds such as seed funds and angel funds, strengthen the construction of platforms such as pilot test bases and concept verification centers, and open up the "last mile" of scientific and technological achievement transformation. Strengthen the main position of enterprises in scientific and technological innovation, establish a mechanism for cultivating and strengthening leading technology companies, promote industry-university-research integrated innovation led by enterprises, give play to the main role of enterprises in technological innovation, and fully release the endogenous power of enterprises in scientific and technological innovation. Build a science and technology financial system that adapts to scientific and technological innovation, strengthen financial support for major national science and technology tasks and small and medium-sized technology enterprises, and improve the support policies for long-term capital investment in early-stage, small-scale, long-term, and hard technology.
Deeply cultivate the foundation of science and technology talent, and build a high ground for innovative talent. Talent is the foundation of a strong country, the basis of competition, and the key to transformation. Promoting the modernization of science and technology depends on innovative talent. We must increase the support of various talent programs for basic research talent, cultivate and use strategic scientists, support young science and technology talent to take the lead and shoulder important responsibilities, actively introduce outstanding overseas talent, and continuously strengthen the ranks of leading science and technology talent teams and first-class innovation teams; promote the spirit of scientists, create an innovation culture that is tolerant of failure and encourages exploration, and make the advocacy of science and the pursuit of innovation a social trend; implement more proactive, more open, and more effective talent introduction policies, make good use of global innovation resources, accurately introduce urgently needed talent, and form a talent system with attractiveness and international competitiveness. Cultivating innovative talent must rely on high-quality education. We must run higher education well, optimize the setting of university majors, dynamically adjust talent training programs, and promote the virtuous interaction between independent innovation in science and technology and independent talent cultivation; strengthen central-local collaborative cooperation, build joint training platforms, and strengthen talent cultivation in key industrial fields; implement the "Artificial Intelligence + Education" and "Big Data + Education" actions to accelerate the digital transformation of education; and smooth the two-way enabling channel between education supply and talent cultivation to create a talent growth ecology for the future.

(Author is a researcher at the Beijing (北京市) Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era Research Center (习近平新时代中国特色社会主义思想研究中心).)

(This article was compiled by People's Daily Publishing House (人民日报出版社) and edited by the Theory Department of People's Daily (人民日报社理论部).)

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Don't Let "Praise to Death" Drown Out "Genuine Voices" (Thinking Across Disciplines)

By: 张 旭

From July 7th to 8th, General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) emphasized during his inspection in Shanxi (山西): "It is necessary to promote the spirit of self-revolution, implement the responsibility of governing the Party and administering Party affairs, adhere to grasping Party spirit, Party conduct, and Party discipline together, connecting the rectification of conduct and discipline with anti-corruption, and persist in maintaining a strict tone, strict measures, and a strict atmosphere for a long time, and strive to create a political ecology of integrity and uprightness." Since the implementation of the Central Eight-Point Regulation, the entire Party has vigorously corrected the "four forms of formalism, bureaucracy, hedonism, and extravagance" (四风) and transformed work styles, resulting in a refreshing change in Party conduct and government administration, and an increasingly close relationship between the Party and the masses, and between cadres and the masses. However, there are also individual Party-member leading cadres whose "screw caps" of work style construction are not tightened enough, who are flattered to the "clouds" by the sweet words of "hunters," who are intoxicated by the flattery in banquets and dinners, and who lose themselves in the "praise-killing sound." This phenomenon deserves vigilance and correction.

On the issue of dealing with public opinion, Party-member leading cadres must always maintain a clear head and not let the "praise-killing sound" cover up the "true voice" of the masses. Those Party-member leading cadres who lose themselves in the "praise-killing sound" usually set up an "emotional filter" at the information receiving end, only listening to what they want to hear and love to hear, coldly rejecting honest advice, and accepting all flattering words. Party-member leading cadres who have long been self-intoxicated and self-righteous in the "praise-killing sound" carefully create performance bubbles when facing superiors, exaggerating sesame seeds into watermelons, and concealing existing problems, turning watermelons into sesame seeds; when facing colleagues, they are keen on mutual flattery, transforming normal comradeship into vulgar "brotherly loyalty"; when facing subordinates, they become fluttery in the midst of being surrounded by stars, and they either dislike or look down on other people's opinions and suggestions, and they are unwilling to put down their airs and take the masses as teachers, sinking to the front line to draw wisdom and solve problems.

In reality, individual Party-member leading cadres only listen to the sweet words of those around them who are eager to curry favor, leaving cadres and the masses who seek truth from facts and dare to speak the truth sitting on the cold bench, unknowingly falling into the "information cocoon" built by the "praise-killing sound," losing themselves in the slow boiling of frogs in warm water, leading to the distortion of the view of power and the dislocation of the view of performance, reversing the importance of "obvious achievements" and "latent achievements," and under the impulse of bubble achievements, they are keen on creating "bonsai projects" with strong visual impact, but have little interest in "implicit achievements" related to the warmth and coldness of people's lives and the necessities of life. This distorted view of power and misplaced view of performance not only leads to the misallocation of public resources and the increase of burdens at the grassroots level, but also shields the truth and heartfelt words of cadres and the masses, alienating the relationship between the Party and the masses, and between cadres and the masses.

Making mistakes and losing oneself in the "praise-killing sound" is, in the final analysis, a problem with ideological understanding. To solve the problem at its root, it is necessary to correct the source from the depths of the mind. As Party-member leading cadres, they must always remember that the power in their hands is given by the Party and the people, use the power in their hands to create happiness for the people, put down their airs, bend down to listen to the truth, find out the real situation, and do practical things, unremittingly use Xi Jinping (习近平)'s Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era to strengthen their hearts and souls, continuously improve their political judgment, political understanding, and political execution, establish a correct view of power, performance, and career, maintain a clear head, and be politically clear-headed; maintain humility and prudence, be primary school students in front of the masses, distinguish which are sincere suggestions and which are ulterior motives to please, often have "worries about praise-killing" in the face of praise, and make good use of "bitter medicine" in the face of criticism.

General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) pointed out: "Urge the vast number of Party members and cadres to maintain a clear head and build a dam to implement the spirit of the Central Eight-Point Regulation and its implementation rules." The "praise-killing sound" seems to be just the words of praise from individual careerists, but if this unhealthy trend is allowed to spread and grow, it will pollute the political ecology and make the originally clear and refreshing comradeship vulgar and mercenary. To prevent the "praise-killing sound" from confusing people's minds, it is necessary to start from the individual, strengthen the Party spirit cultivation of Party-member leading cadres, and also start from the environment, treat comrades and face the masses with a realistic attitude and a pragmatic style, so that those who flatter and flatter have no market, and those who dare to speak the truth can speak freely, and lead the formation of a social ecology full of integrity with a political ecology of integrity and uprightness.

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Further Unleashing the Potential of Residents' Leisure Consumption

By: 李  健

Consumption is the primary engine of economic growth and an effective way to improve the lives of ordinary people. General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) pointed out: "Establish and improve a long-term mechanism to expand residents' consumption, so that residents have stable income to consume, dare to consume without worries, and are willing to consume with a strong sense of gain in the consumption environment." "It is necessary to enhance consumption capacity, improve consumption conditions, and innovate consumption scenarios, so that consumption potential can be fully released." Leisure consumption is a consumption activity carried out by people to meet their spiritual and cultural needs, pursue physical and mental pleasure, develop interests and hobbies, and improve the quality of life. At present, with the increasing needs of the people for a better life, the consumption structure of residents is shifting from subsistence-oriented to development-oriented and enjoyment-oriented, and the consumer market has large space and good growth. Adapting to this trend to further release the potential of residents' leisure consumption can better meet the people's needs for a better life, further expand domestic demand, especially consumer demand, and consolidate the foundation for high-quality development.

Leisure consumption is a product of social development to a certain stage. With economic development and the improvement of productivity, people's needs are gradually shifting from basic physiological needs to health, entertainment, spiritual and other aspects, driving the consumption content from mainly commodities to both commodities and services, the types of consumption from relatively single to more diverse, and the purpose of consumption from pursuing practicality to meeting multiple spiritual and emotional needs; at the same time, social wealth continues to increase, providing stronger material security for various types of consumption. Leisure consumption is mainly the consumption behavior of people spending their surplus income on entertainment and leisure products and services in their spare time, in addition to the basic consumption generated for work and life, and is an important manifestation of the people's need for a better life. From the perspective of consumers, leisure consumption transcends the scope of traditional economic activities. Many leisure consumption activities, such as sports, social interaction, and art appreciation, are beneficial to people's physical and mental health and the establishment and maintenance of interpersonal relationships, reflecting the upgrading of residents' consumption structure and improving people's quality of life and happiness. From the perspective of economic development, leisure consumption transcends traditional material consumption and has a wider range of needs for cultural products, artistic activities, etc. It is an important driving force for the development of modern service industries, which can not only create a large number of employment opportunities, but also cultivate new economic growth points. In this sense, the scale, quality and structure of leisure consumption are one of the important indicators to measure the level of social and economic development, the quality of residents' lives and the degree of social civilization.

At present, China has fully built a moderately prosperous society in all respects and achieved the first centenary goal, and its development has a more solid material foundation. With the solid promotion of China's high-quality economic development and the improvement of residents' income levels, the needs of the broad masses of the people for a better life are more extensive, and more and more people are using leisure consumption to recuperate their bodies and minds and enjoy life. In 2024, in order to expand consumer demand, China has introduced a series of policies and measures to promote consumption and benefit the people, which promoted the growth of per capita expenditure on education, culture and entertainment by 9.8%, accounting for 11.3% of per capita consumption expenditure. The scale of the study tour market continued to expand, and VR glasses and pan-tilt cameras were selling well, and so on. On the whole, the development of leisure consumption in China presents a trend of "scenarization + technologization + emotionalization", and is becoming an important force in promoting the expansion of domestic demand and the innovative development of the cultural industry. At the same time, it should also be noted that the overall scale of leisure consumption in China is still not large, and the quality needs to be further improved. For example, the consumption concept is relatively traditional, and many people associate leisure consumption with 懒散 (lǎnsǎn - "lazy," describes being idle and lacking motivation); the supply level of leisure consumption products is not high, and high-quality experiential products are relatively scarce; policy support needs to be further strengthened; and so on.

From the development trend of leisure consumption, leisure consumption is mainly affected by factors such as income status, institutional arrangements, technical level, and social culture. To this end, we can work together from these perspectives to further release the potential of residents' leisure consumption. First, strengthen top-level design and policy supply. Make good guidance in terms of development goals, industrial priorities, system construction, and spatial organization to promote better development of leisure consumption; strengthen financial support, allow local governments to arrange special bond funds to support eligible cultural and tourism projects; support all localities to make good use of funds from various channels to carry out cultural and tourism consumption promotion activities, and guide social capital to invest in leisure consumption projects. Increase the income of urban and rural residents through multiple channels by optimizing income distribution and improving security policies. The second is to encourage the release of leisure time. Fully implement the paid leave system, encourage units and employees to combine paid annual leave with traditional festivals and local characteristic activities to solve the problems caused by "centralized long holidays"; encourage paid annual leave to be combined with short holidays to achieve flexible staggered holidays; encourage qualified places to explore the setting of spring and autumn holidays for primary and secondary schools in combination with actual conditions; explore and promote the extension of public cultural service time, and encourage popular scenic spots and cultural and museum venues to extend their opening hours for visits and develop night tour projects on the basis of meeting relevant conditions such as safety guarantees. At the same time, the rights and interests of workers to rest and take leave shall be protected in accordance with the law, and the working hours of workers shall not be illegally extended. The third is to innovate leisure consumption scenarios. Pay attention to the transformation of multi-type stock spaces in cities, such as embedding theaters and creative markets in commercial complexes, and promoting the transformation of idle houses into public cultural spaces, such as community art workshops; create consumption scenarios such as community cafes and paid self-study rooms in accordance with local conditions, and promote the integrated development of work and life scenarios; pay attention to empowering experience upgrades with technology, promote immersive cultural tourism activities, and use augmented reality, holographic projection and other technologies to create spatial experience projects in scenic spots and cruise ships. The fourth is to develop new leisure consumption products. Promote the differentiated development of leisure products, guide the development of characteristic products such as ice and snow tourism and wintering and living, and avoid homogeneous competition. Strengthen the coverage of subdivided groups, for example, develop health care and nostalgic theme products for the silver-haired group, and promote the aging-friendly transformation of hotels; create unpowered parks and study tour camp bases for parent-child activities, and standardize the study tour business of travel agencies; develop new business formats such as Guochao co-branded products and low-altitude flight tourism for young people. Pay attention to the development of intelligent products, accurately match the needs of different consumer groups, and develop digital leisure products such as "AI sports equipment".

(The author is a researcher at the Shanghai Academy of Social Sciences (上海社会科学院))

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The Secret to Keeping Lychees Fresh (China Focus)

By: 广州日报记者  夏  强  何瑞琪

This summer, when the "Millennial Ancient Lychee" (千年古荔) in Guangzhou (广州), Guangdong (广东) bore fruit again after bearing more than 50 kilograms of fruit in 2021, delivering a sweet gift across the years, the main high-quality lychee producing areas also ushered in a bumper harvest, with heavy lychees adorning the branches.

Relying on high grafting technology, frozen dormancy technology, innovative sales promotion models and other measures, Guangzhou (广州) lychees are turning "sweet fruit" into "prosperity fruit" that benefits farmers and revitalizes agriculture.

High Grafting

Replacing Lychees with "Prosperity Fruit"

"There are too many people coming to pick lychees on weekends, and the cars are parked directly on the main road outside," said Liu Jingchao (刘镜超), the head of an orchard in Zengcheng District (增城区), Guangzhou (广州).

Since 2019, the orchard has used high grafting technology to graft the Xianjin Feng (仙进奉) variety onto the original more than 200 mu of Guiwei (桂味) and Nuomici (糯米糍) lychee trees. After grafting, the relatively late-maturing Xianjin Feng (仙进奉) can be marketed at different times from other lychee varieties, extending the sales cycle and increasing the unit sales price. "Our income has increased a lot at once," said Liu Jingchao (刘镜超).

Xianjin Feng (仙进奉), a national geographical indication product, originally had only two grafted mother trees in Jigang Village (基岗村), Xiancun Town (仙村镇), Zengcheng District (增城区). Under the leadership of Chen Haochao (陈浩潮), the Party Branch Secretary of Jigang Village (基岗村), the scientific research team and fruit farmers worked together to overcome difficulties, from variety improvement to planting technology improvement, Xianjin Feng (仙进奉) was able to be served on the tables of ordinary people, and also allowed this touch of "Zengcheng Red" (增城红) to go out of a corner and spread its branches and leaves.

As the first late-maturing high-quality lychee new variety approved by Guangdong Province (广东省), Xianjin Feng (仙进奉) has not only been selected as the leading agricultural variety in the province and city for many years, but has now been promoted to other regions in Guangdong Province (广东省) and Guangxi (广西), Hainan (海南), Fujian (福建), Yunnan (云南), Sichuan (四川), Chongqing (重庆) and other places, with a planting area of more than 250,000 mu.

Frozen Dormancy Technology

Let Lychees "Sell All Year Round, Sell Globally"

Because of the characteristics of lychees that "change color in one day, change fragrance in two days, and change taste in three days," the ancients called it "lizhi" (离支), and the name itself expresses the difficulty of preservation.

Today, the sweetness of Lingnan (岭南) can be tasted all over the country, thanks to the progress of transportation facilities, preservation technology, etc. Among them, frozen dormancy technology can even allow lychees to be stored for up to one year.

In the Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Functional Food Active Substances of South China Agricultural University (华南农业大学), liquid nitrogen at an ultra-low temperature of minus 196 degrees Celsius quickly freezes the lychees, and they can be thawed at any time within a one-year shelf life, restoring the "freshness in one bite" when freshly picked.

Frozen dormancy technology, that is, lychee ultra-low temperature freezing and freshness locking technology. Cheng Lina (程丽娜), associate researcher at the Sericulture and Agricultural Product Processing Research Institute of Guangdong Academy of Agricultural Sciences (广东省农业科学院), introduced that its main principle is to make the water in the pulp cells form tiny ice crystals to avoid piercing the cell membrane, maintain the integrity of the tissue structure, and directly lock the original color and flavor of the fruit. This technology was jointly tackled by Conghua District (从化区) in Guangzhou (广州) and Guangdong Academy of Agricultural Sciences (广东省农业科学院) and South China Agricultural University (华南农业大学), breaking the restriction of lychee sales "seizing the day," filling the gap in the lychee market in autumn and winter, driving fruit farmers to increase their income by about 2,500 yuan per ton, and realizing lychees "selling all year round, selling globally."

According to statistics, Guangzhou Customs (广州海关) inspected and supervised the export of 2818.6 tons of lychees in the first half of this year, an increase of 17.6% year-on-year. Since lychee exports involve multiple links such as qualification registration, risk prevention and control, and export declaration, Guangzhou (广州), Shenzhen (深圳), Zhanjiang (湛江) and other customs implemented "one-to-one" precise assistance to guide enterprises to implement the quarantine requirements of importing countries and ensure that exported lychees "meet the standards at the source."

Group Discounts

Unblocking the "Last Mile" of Production and Sales Docking

As lychees enter the peak sales season, Guangzhou (广州) has become a "sweet transfer station."

At two o'clock in the morning, Guangzhou Jiangnan Fruit and Vegetable Wholesale Market (广州江南果菜批发市场), trucks full of lychees line up in a long queue. The cargo station of Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (广州白云国际机场) is constantly turning around, and in just a few hours, lychees with morning dew can appear on the tables of families in northern cities.

In a family farm in Zhucun Street (朱村街), Zengcheng District (增城区), surrounding fruit farmers pull lychees to send them uniformly. This is one of the three lychee marketing convenience service points newly established in Zengcheng (增城) this year. Hou Yahui (侯亚会), the head of the convenience service point, also operates an orchard. She said: "Logistics freight is a considerable expense. Logistics companies require a single month's freight of 500,000 yuan to have a more favorable discount. In the past, small fruit farms were not eligible for the discount threshold."

Under the coordination of the Zengcheng District Agriculture and Rural Bureau (增城区农业农村局), the convenience service point cooperates with logistics companies, and boxes of lychees are sorted, packaged, and labeled here, and sent in groups in a "consolidated" manner. Lychees have been on sale for more than ten days, and the freight has reached the highest discount level of the month, saving fruit farmers a sum of money.

In Conghua District (从化区), postal and other logistics suppliers directly connect and cooperate, and 350 express delivery collection points meet the needs of one-piece delivery of lychees. According to statistics, in mid-June at the beginning of the lychee season, Conghua District (从化区) has implemented more than 47,000 tons of lychee intended orders.

Online transactions are in full swing, and the offline market is also crowded with people.

In the Luogang Lychee Market (萝岗荔枝市场) in Huangpu District (黄埔区), Guangzhou (广州), 47 lychee sales stalls are lined up along the road, and purchasers and fruit farmers negotiate prices face-to-face, allowing fresh lychees to go to thousands of households. The street provides "one-stop" logistical support, and special personnel and classes check pesticide residues every day. It also unblocks the "last mile" of production and sales docking through the development of diversified sales channels such as e-commerce platforms, large supermarkets, and chain fruit stores.

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How Sunscreen Demand Fuels a Near-Trillion Yuan Market (Sounding Out the World)

By: 史  哲

On summer streets, sun hats, sun visors, sunglasses... people are "fully armed." On social media platforms, topics such as "what color of sunscreen clothing is most effective" continue to rise in popularity, becoming the focus of attention.

Nowadays, "sun protection" is no longer limited to sunscreen clothing. Searching for "sunscreen" on shopping platforms reveals a dazzling array of products—sunscreen sleeves alone come in various lengths and materials, adapted to different scenarios. Data shows that online sales of sunscreen clothing in 2024 increased by 267.4% year-on-year, and it is estimated that the market size of sunscreen apparel will approach the 100 billion yuan level by the end of 2025.

From a single piece of sunscreen clothing to a large category of sunscreen products, it is not just a simple addition of product quantity and variety, but also the manifestation of a multiplier effect in subdivided fields. On the demand side, people's health awareness and aesthetic pursuits are currently improving, the sunscreen consumer group is extending to a wider range of people, and higher requirements are being placed on product quality. On the supply side, the research and development of basic sunscreen fabrics integrates polymer chemistry, fluid mechanics, bioengineering, and other disciplines, and the comfort and effectiveness of products are constantly improving. High-quality supply drives consumption upgrades, and sunscreen masks are subdivided into half-pack, full-pack, and hooded styles to meet different consumer needs and are widely popular; sales of sunscreen car covers and tents continue to grow, and car sunscreen canopies are highly sought after.

The diversification of consumption scenarios continues to expand the boundaries of sunscreen products. While the market is gradually forming a scale, it is also necessary to be wary of the "growing pains." For example, to make it easier for consumers to purchase high-quality, reasonably priced products, it is necessary to do a good job in all aspects of standardization. Only by strictly implementing national standards and effectively protecting consumer rights can sunscreen products move forward steadily and far.

Sun protection, a simple need for summer travel, has spawned a market of nearly 100 billion yuan. What is the secret?

Drawing inspiration from life and seeking answers in the details, the needs of life are the fulcrum for leveraging industrial upgrading. When more and more companies sensitively capture and carefully cultivate such "fulcrums," the solid strength formed by countless "fulcrums" will continue to promote industrial development.

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Worldwide Express

"Immediate Purchase and Immediate Refund" Tax Refund Service Now Available in Both Sichuan and Chongqing

According to Xinhua News Agency (Reporter Hu Xu), to further expand the effect of the "immediate purchase and immediate refund" policy for departure tax refunds and to enhance the convenience of tax refunds for overseas tourists, the Sichuan and Chongqing tax authorities have recently launched the "immediate purchase and immediate refund" service for departure tax refunds in both regions. This breaks the "local departure" restriction, allowing overseas tourists who shop in either Sichuan or Chongqing and enjoy the "immediate purchase and immediate refund" service to freely choose to depart from either Chengdu (成都) or Chongqing (重庆) ports.

Since the six national departments deployed optimization of the departure tax refund policy this year, the Sichuan (四川) and Chongqing (重庆) tax authorities have worked together to explore, unify passenger commitment matters, tax refund limits, and document specifications, and solve the problems of cross-provincial data sharing and risk control.

Liaoning to Select 702 "Leading Geese" for Rural Industrial Revitalization This Year

According to Xinhua News Agency (Reporters Wu Jiangmin and Yu Yetong), Liaoning Province (辽宁省) will select and cultivate 702 "leading geese" for rural industrial revitalization this year to help promote high-quality agricultural development. The "Leading Goose" project in Liaoning Province (辽宁省) has cultivated a cumulative total of 1,900 people since its implementation in 2022.

The "Leading Goose" project focuses on agricultural product processing, rural characteristic industries, assistance industries, as well as new rural industries and new business formats such as leisure agriculture, rural homestays, and agricultural product e-commerce, strengthening the cultivation of leaders. At the same time, "Three Supports and One Assistance" personnel who are selected to send college graduates to rural areas to support education, agriculture, and medical care, and to assist in rural comprehensive revitalization service projects, as well as selected personnel for rural cultural and tourism leader support projects, etc., who meet the conditions, can also be included in the cultivation scope.

Year of the Horse Zodiac Stamp to Launch Public Submissions for the First Time

Beijing (北京), July 16 (Reporter Han Xin) - The reporter learned from China Post Group (中国邮政集团) that the design drafts for the 2026 "Bingwu Year (丙午年)" Zodiac Stamp are being solicited from the entire society. This is the first time since China Post (中国邮政) issued zodiac stamps in 1980 that it has broken professional restrictions and opened up public submissions for zodiac stamp design drafts, marking a historic breakthrough in the zodiac stamp design model.

Zodiac stamps are special stamps issued by China Post (中国邮政) every January with the theme of expressing zodiac culture. The "Bingwu Year (丙午年)" zodiac stamp to be issued in 2026 is the Year of the Horse stamp in the fourth round of the twelve zodiac signs. Since the issuance of the "Gengshen Year (庚申年)" Monkey Stamp in 1980, zodiac stamps have been issued continuously for 46 years and have become one of the most representative stamp themes that have received widespread social attention.

Inner Mongolia Guarantees Seedling Supply for the "Three-North" Shelterbelt Project

According to Xinhua News Agency (Reporter Li Yunping), in order to guarantee the supply of seedlings, Inner Mongolia (内蒙古) relies on the land resources and technical advantages of state-owned forest farms to lay out and construct 40 guaranteed nurseries, focusing on cultivating native sand-fixing shrub species urgently needed for the "Three-North" Shelterbelt Project (三北工程), and following the principle of "nearby seedling cultivation, nearby use," promotes the "order production, targeted cultivation" model, giving full play to the role of guaranteed nurseries in filling gaps, providing support, and stabilizing prices.

As of now, the area of seedling cultivation bases in Inner Mongolia (内蒙古) has reached 400,000 mu, and the output of seedlings has exceeded 2.1 billion, fully guaranteeing the supply of seedlings for the "Three-North" Shelterbelt Project (三北工程).

Yinchuan (银川), Ningxia (宁夏), Turns on "Summer Mode" for Traffic Lights Around Schools

Yinchuan (银川), July 16 (Correspondent Fan Xiaoru) - Recently, traffic lights around some schools in Yinchuan City (银川市), Ningxia (宁夏), have been switched to "summer mode."

In response to the sharp decrease in traffic flow and pedestrian flow around campuses during the summer vacation, Yinchuan (银川) traffic police, relying on big data analysis, have adjusted the timing of traffic lights at intersections around campuses in a layered and time-sharing manner by canceling dedicated green lights for pedestrians to cross the street, canceling early release for pedestrians, closing the signal light stage operation mode, and adjusting the control strategy of single-release intersections, improving the traffic efficiency of roads around campuses and ensuring smooth travel for citizens.

First Batch of Battery-Swapping Taxis Put into Operation in Lhasa (拉萨), Tibet (西藏)

Lhasa (拉萨), July 16 (Xian Gan, Deng Yu) - Recently, Lhasa City (拉萨市), Tibet (西藏), held a delivery ceremony for the first batch of battery-swapping taxis, with more than 300 new energy vehicles put into operation.

Compared with the past, battery-swapping taxis will save taxi drivers about 2 hours of charging time per day. The first batch of battery-swapping taxis put into operation will achieve "2-minute rapid battery swapping and more than 500 kilometers of range" through supporting battery swapping stations.

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Fewer signs on the wall, more heart in the service.

By: 四川日报记者  高启龙  杜  杰

"Previously, there were more than 60 signs hanging here, now less than 10 remain." In the Shabacun (沙坝村) Village Party-Masses Service Center in Baini (白泥) Town, Gulin (古蔺) County, Luzhou (泸州) City, Sichuan (四川) Province, Leng Zhouguo (冷周国), the village Party branch secretary, said with feeling, "With fewer signs on the wall, village cadres have less work organizing materials, and more time to serve the villagers."

The change stems from the work carried out by Gulin (古蔺) County to clean up and standardize the "excessive sign-hanging" of grassroots organizations.

As one of the pilot projects for this work, the Shabacun (沙坝村) Village Party-Masses Service Center only hangs four signs externally: "Village Party Organization, Villagers Committee, Village Affairs Supervision Committee, Village Collective Economic Organization" and two position signs for the Village Party-Masses Service Center and the New Era Civilization Practice Station. A comprehensive service window is set up indoors to integrate Party and government-related services at the grassroots level, such as medical care, elderly care, and assistance for the elderly, providing the masses with "one-stop service."

The "slimming down" of the signs is actually a clearing out of the matters behind the signs. For example, the emergency response team, comprehensive management center and other signs that were removed had their functions returned to the relevant county and town departments to ensure that professionals handle professional matters. Village cadres no longer have to spend a lot of time and energy on reporting various data, ledgers, forms, arranging activities, spot checks and assessments.

"Fewer signs on the wall, more attention to service." Wang Jianghong (王江红), a member of the Gulin (古蔺) County Party Committee Organization Department, introduced that since last year, Gulin (古蔺) County has adopted methods such as "reduction, merger, and limitation" to comprehensively clean up, standardize, and rectify the problem of "excessive sign-hanging" in village-level Party-Masses service center activity venues throughout the county.

(Wei Jie (魏杰) participated in the writing)

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Pearls from here account for 80% of the national trading volume (Big industry in a small town)

By: 本报记者 窦瀚洋

Shanhua Lake Town (山下湖镇), Zhuji City (诸暨市), Zhejiang Province (浙江省), is a nationally renowned pearl trading center, freshwater pearl leading center, and digital jewelry trading platform. The pearl transaction volume here accounts for 80% of the country's total, and the products are sold to more than 70 countries and regions.

"In the past, selling pearls depended on the weather; now, it depends on traffic," said Zhou Wei (周威), a pearl merchant who transformed into a livestreamer. Tens of thousands of "new pearl farmers" sell Zhuji (诸暨) pearls to all parts of the world through livestreaming.

The East China International Jewelry City (华东国际珠宝城) in the town has more than 2,000 stores scattered around, with processing, design, trading, and exhibition functions all available. In 2024, the market scale of the pearl industry in Shanhua Lake Town (山下湖镇) exceeded 50 billion yuan.

Zhuji (诸暨) pearls, from "high output and low added value" to "design empowering brand premium," from "OEM export" to "cultural going overseas," the "enrichment song" is being sung here.

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Thousands of Miles Apart, Friendship Forged on the Field

By: 新华社记者 蔡拥军

A group of players wearing "Man Tian Xing" (满天星) jerseys came from the snowy plateau to Dalian (大连), Liaoning Province, a city with a strong football atmosphere, to train, watch games, and compete.

　　Achesangmei (阿切桑美) from Nagqu City (那曲市) Senior High School in Tibet (西藏) enthusiastically participated in various activities at Dalian Yuming High School (大连育明高中). She told reporters: "I learned a lot from this trip to Dalian (大连). Dalian's (大连) women's football team is particularly strong, and their coordination is excellent."

　　The "Man Tian Xing" (满天星) from Nagqu City (那曲市) are two temporarily formed teams, with 30 players (15 males and 15 females) from 5 ordinary high schools and 1 vocational school in Nagqu City (那曲市). On July 14, the two teams played friendly matches with the Dalian No. 12 Middle School (大连第十二中学) women's football team and the Dalian Yuming High School (大连育明高中) men's football team, respectively. On the field they were opponents, but off the field, the Nagqu (那曲) women's team players also took photos and autographs with the outstanding Dalian (大连) team players.

　　Team leader Laba Dunzhu (拉巴顿珠) said that the children on the plateau love football, and there are many children playing football. This time in Dalian (大连), they trained at the Dalian Football Youth Training Base (大连足球青训基地), watched the China League One home game of the Dalian Kuncheng Team (大连鲲城队), and competed with teams of the same age group, which broadened their horizons.

　　Nagqu City (那曲市) is a counterpart support area of Liaoning Province (辽宁省). The Dalian Municipal Education Bureau (大连市教育局) and the Nagqu Municipal Education Bureau (那曲市教育局) signed a framework agreement on joint construction and assistance on July 14. The two sides will further strengthen exchanges in terms of school management experience, discipline construction, teacher training, student exchanges, sharing teaching resources, and conducting sports competitions.

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AI Robots Used for Harvesting

By: 陕西日报记者  耿杨洋

In the winter jujube greenhouse of Lv Fengyuan Planting Farm in Dali County (大荔县), Weinan City (渭南市), Shaanxi Province (陕西省), an AI picking robot equipped with a precision vision system is moving slowly. The robotic arm probes deep into the branches and leaves, locks onto a ripe winter jujube, and steadily closes with flexible grippers. Subsequently, a red and plump winter jujube is picked and falls into the collection basket.

Winter jujube planting is one of the leading industries in Dali County (大荔县), with a planting area of 420,000 mu. "Every harvest season, we have to enter the greenhouse before dawn to pick more winter jujubes before the sun rises," said Shen Honggang (申红钢), a fruit farmer from Liangyi Town (两宜镇), Dali County (大荔县).

After learning that fruit farmers hoped to empower fruit industry development through AI picking robots, Shenzhen Lanxia Robotics Co., Ltd. (深圳蓝侠机器人有限公司) and the Harbin Institute of Technology (Shenzhen) (哈尔滨工业大学（深圳）) robotics research team came to Dali County (大荔县). The company provided funding, the research team provided technology, and the local area provided winter jujube experimental fields. The three parties 一拍即合 (yī pāi jí hé - "hit with one clap," to come to terms at once; to agree readily).

Recently, the first-generation "Lanxia" AI picking robot conducted its first trial in Dali County (大荔县), delivering an impressive result with a mature fruit capture success rate of nearly 85% and a fruit damage rate of less than 8%.

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Barren Land Transformed into "Field of Love"

By: 本报通讯员  王晨蕾

"Your watermelon is so sweet!" "Your eggplant isn't bad either!" In early July, near the Fuzhou Railway Station (抚州火车站) in Fuzhou (抚州), Jiangxi (江西) Province, a plot of land known as the "Love Vegetable Garden" was bustling with activity. In the 500-square-meter garden, watermelons hung from vines and peppers drooped from branches, as more than 10 residents carried bamboo baskets to harvest the first batch of crops. Cha Shihua (查仕华), 56, said, "This is water spinach that I grew, and I plan to send it to the nursing home."

This vegetable garden was once a vacant wasteland just a few months ago. In April of this year, the Party General Branch of Fuzhou Station (抚州站) joined forces with the Qianzhan Community (站前社区) Party Branch of Chonggang Town (崇岗镇) in Fuzhou High-tech Zone (抚州高新区) to mobilize 70 Party members and residents to reclaim the wasteland and plant vegetables. Everyone used hoes and shovels to divide the wasteland into 35 "responsibility fields" and erected wooden signs that read "Party-Masses Jointly Build Love Field."

A "shared seedling area" was set up in a corner of the vegetable garden, where residents could exchange seedlings they had grown in excess. The loofah from Zhang Gaoming's (张高铭) family climbed all over the trellis, and he readily cut a few branches for his neighbors: "They gave me cherry tomato seedlings, so everyone can taste different flavors."

A few days ago, the first batch of fresh vegetables was sent to nearby families in need and nursing homes. "These vegetables are very good!" said Deng Duofa (邓多发), an elderly man, giving a thumbs up.

(Huang Zhizhu (黄之姝) participated in the writing)

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Tulou Get "ID Cards"

By: 萧镇平 李小琴 郑文强

Nanjing County (南靖县) in Zhangzhou City (漳州市), Fujian Province (福建省) is famous for its Tulou (土楼), with many Tulou listed in the "World Heritage List". In addition to the World Heritage Tulou, Nanjing (南靖) also has 164 relatively well-preserved "non-World Heritage" cultural relics protection-level Tulou. Due to historical reasons, most of them have not undergone property rights registration. Due to unclear property rights, problems arise in the protection, utilization, inheritance, and promotion of Tulou.

"Clarifying the property rights of Tulou is an important prerequisite for the protection and revitalization of Tulou," said Chen Wuyi (陈武艺), Director of the Nanjing County (南靖县) Natural Resources Bureau. After sorting out, Nanjing County (南靖县) selected 150 Tulou in Shuyang Town (书洋镇) and Meilin Town (梅林镇), where Tulou are relatively concentrated, as the target for property rights confirmation.

Jian Qinghan (简清汉), 60 years old, has several rooms in Shande Building (善德楼) in Nanxi Village (南溪村), Shuyang Town (书洋镇), where his family lives. Previously, he wanted to hire someone to repair it, but it was difficult to proceed due to unclear property rights. After receiving the property ownership certificate, Jian Qinghan (简清汉) said: "I can repair it with confidence."

With the advancement of the Tulou property rights confirmation work, the revitalization and utilization of Tulou has shown unprecedented vitality. In Tianzhong Village (田中村), Shuyang Town (书洋镇), the Tulou that has been confirmed for property rights has been transformed into the "Tianzhong Fu" (田中赋) scenic spot after revitalization and utilization, becoming an important window for displaying Tulou culture.

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Accelerating High-Quality Development in Building a New Development Pattern

By: 中共国家发展改革委党组

General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) pointed out that building a new development pattern is an inevitable choice to adapt to the requirements of China's new stage of development and to shape new advantages in international cooperation and competition. We must thoroughly study and comprehend the spirit of General Secretary Xi Jinping's series of important expositions on building a new development pattern, firmly grasp the new requirements of the new development stage, fully and accurately implement the new development concept, accelerate the promotion of high-quality development, consolidate the foundation of economic development, shape new momentum and new advantages for development, and solidly advance the construction of Chinese-style modernization.

Building a new development pattern requires a shift in economic development towards domestic demand-led growth, which provides strong support for high-quality development.

General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) emphasized that market resources are China's great advantage, and this advantage must be fully utilized and developed to continuously consolidate and enhance it, forming a solid support for building a new development pattern. We deeply realize that the domestic demand market is very important for any country, especially for large countries, where the domestic demand market is the main reliance for economic development. The most scarce resource in the world today is the market. Building a new development pattern means adapting to major changes in the external economic environment and conditions, taking meeting domestic demand as the basic foothold, implementing a strategy to expand domestic demand, and providing a broad market for high-quality development. Since the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China, we have firmly implemented the strategy of expanding domestic demand, continuously improved the quality level of domestic supply, released the potential of domestic demand, and made development more reliant on domestic demand, especially consumer demand. From 2013 to 2024, the average contribution rate of consumption to economic growth reached 55%, and the investment rate remained above 40%, with an average contribution rate of about 40% to economic growth.

To build a new development pattern, we must unswervingly take expanding domestic demand as the key focus. Vigorously boost consumption, improve investment efficiency, expand domestic demand in all directions, accelerate the cultivation of a complete domestic demand system, and make domestic demand the main driving force and stabilizing anchor for economic growth. Expand the scope and improve the quality of the "two new" policies (new infrastructure and new urbanization), further increase support for equipment renewal projects in key areas, increase the intensity of interest subsidies for equipment renewal loans, support the trade-in of consumer goods, expand the scope of support for automobile scrapping and renewal, implement subsidies for the purchase of new digital products such as mobile phones and tablets, and actively support home decoration consumer goods renewal. Grasp the implementation of the "Special Action Plan for Boosting Consumption," promote income growth for residents through multiple channels, and accelerate the expansion of service consumption in culture, tourism, sports, health, elderly care, childcare, housekeeping, and digital fields. Continuously expand effective investment, coordinate traditional and new infrastructure construction, traditional and emerging industrial development, "investment in things" and "investment in people," strengthen investment management, and focus on improving the comprehensive economic, social, and ecological benefits of investment. Increase the implementation of "two major" construction projects, coordinate "hard investment" and "soft construction," issue the list of "two major" construction projects for this year as soon as possible, and implement them to a high standard to ensure that construction tasks are completed one by one. Solidly advance the construction of major engineering projects, promote the successful completion of the 102 major projects in the "14th Five-Year Plan," and plan major projects for the "15th Five-Year Plan" as early as possible.

Building a new development pattern requires expanding high-level opening-up, which expands broad space for high-quality development.

General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) emphasized that taking the domestic cycle as the mainstay is by no means closing the door to operate in isolation, but rather connecting the domestic market and the international market better by leveraging the potential of domestic demand, attracting global resources and factors to the domestic cycle, making better use of the domestic and international markets and resources, improving the ability to allocate resources globally, and better striving for strategic initiative in open development. We deeply realize that opening-up is an important magic weapon for promoting reform, development, and innovation. High-level opening-up can attract more foreign-funded enterprises to invest in China and take root in China. Through deepening cooperation with domestic enterprises, it can significantly improve the supply capacity and product service quality of domestic enterprises, promote the transformation and upgrading of China's industries, and enhance China's influence in the global industrial chain, supply chain, and innovation chain. Since the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China, we have implemented a more proactive opening-up strategy, built a new system of a higher-level open economy, and formed a new pattern of opening-up to the outside world in a wider range, broader fields, and deeper levels. The scale of trade in goods increased from 24.4 trillion yuan in 2012 to 43.9 trillion yuan in 2024, the number of China-Europe freight trains exceeded 110,000, the quality of foreign investment utilization continued to improve, we actively aligned with international high-standard economic and trade rules, and the breadth and depth of opening-up to the outside world continued to expand.

To build a new development pattern, we must unswervingly make good use of the important magic weapon of comprehensively expanding opening-up. Steadily expand institutional opening-up, orderly expand autonomous opening-up and unilateral opening-up, rely on China's large market advantages to promote international cooperation, and achieve mutual benefit and win-win results. Continue to make good use of multilateral and bilateral cooperation mechanisms, strengthen strategic planning for BRICS countries, the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, China-ASEAN, and other multilateral platforms, and make good use of multilateral frameworks such as the World Trade Organization; strengthen the overall planning and management of the "Belt and Road" cooperation, deepen the alignment of development strategies with co-construction countries, continue to deepen the exchange of experience in the field of economic development with co-construction countries, and accelerate the construction of innovation, digital, green, health, ice and snow, and air silk roads. Implement new measures to expand opening-up, innovate and upgrade service trade, research and launch a number of new opening-up measures in telecommunications, education, culture, medical care, finance, and other fields, and expand the export of service products; study and formulate policies to encourage foreign-funded enterprises to reinvest in China, steadily and orderly promote overseas investment cooperation, and accelerate the integration of domestic and foreign trade. Further optimize and upgrade opening-up platforms, continue to run national-level key exhibitions such as the China International Import Expo (CIIE), China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFITS), and China Digital Trade Fair (CIFTIS), continuously improve the policy and institutional system of the Hainan Free Trade Port, and accelerate the construction of a Chinese-characteristic free trade port with world influence.

Building a new development pattern requires enhancing independent innovation capabilities, which injects strong impetus into high-quality development.

General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) emphasized that scientific and technological self-reliance and self-strengthening are the fundamental support for promoting the overall development situation and the key to ensuring the smooth flow of the domestic cycle and shaping China's new advantages in the international cycle. This issue must be recognized from the perspective of whether it can survive and develop. We deeply realize that innovation is the primary driving force for leading development, and the most essential feature of building a new development pattern is to achieve a high level of self-reliance and self-strengthening. Achieving a high level of scientific and technological self-reliance and self-strengthening is the only way to promote high-quality development. Key core technologies cannot be bought or demanded. Only by attaching great importance to scientific and technological self-reliance and self-strengthening, accelerating the improvement of original innovation capabilities, and mastering more core technologies in our own hands can we truly grasp the initiative in competition and development. Since the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China, we have placed scientific and technological innovation at the core of the country's overall development situation and promoted the continuous development of scientific and technological innovation. The total R&D expenditure of the whole society increased from 1.03 trillion yuan in 2012 to 3.61 trillion yuan in 2024, and the intensity of R&D expenditure increased from 1.91% to 2.68%, which is close to the average level of 2.73% of OECD (Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development) countries. China's scientific and technological strength and innovation capabilities have been significantly enhanced, and it has entered the ranks of innovative countries.

To build a new development pattern, we must unswervingly strengthen the leading role of scientific and technological innovation. Vigorously implement the innovation-driven development strategy, develop new quality productive forces in accordance with local conditions, accelerate the construction of a modern industrial system, and accelerate the cultivation and expansion of new development momentum. Promote the integrated development of scientific and technological innovation and industrial innovation, accelerate revolutionary technological breakthroughs and in-depth industrial transformation and upgrading, carry out industrial innovation projects in key areas such as humanoid robots and future energy, and focus on formulating industry-specific "Artificial Intelligence +" implementation opinions in key areas. Plan and build future industries, establish a national venture capital guidance fund, guide the fund to focus on cutting-edge fields such as artificial intelligence, quantum technology, and hydrogen energy storage, invest in seed-stage and start-up enterprises, and smooth the market-oriented management and exit mechanism of funds. Comprehensively rectify "involutionary" competition, support enterprises to improve product quality and core competitiveness through technological innovation, increase efforts to eliminate local protection and market segmentation, and clear out ineffective and inefficient production capacity through optimizing industrial layout, strengthening standard leadership, and promoting integration and reorganization, consolidate and expand leading advantages, and build a healthy and orderly innovation ecosystem.

Building a new development pattern requires accelerating the construction of a new security pattern, which provides an important guarantee for high-quality development.

General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) emphasized that we should pay more attention to coordinating development and security, comprehensively consider internal and external risks and challenges, improve the national security system, enhance the ability to maintain security, promote the benign interaction between high-efficiency governance and high-quality development and high-level security, and guarantee the new development pattern with a new security pattern. We deeply realize that security is the prerequisite for development. Without security and stability, nothing can be discussed. The more developed and stronger we become, the greater the resistance and pressure we will encounter, and the more external risks we will face. In our work, we must plan and deploy security and development together, take multiple measures to stabilize employment, stabilize enterprises, stabilize the market, and stabilize expectations, effectively stabilize the overall economic situation, and build development on a more secure and reliable foundation. Since the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China, we have scientifically grasped the new characteristics and new trends in the development and changes of the national security situation, firmly established and practiced the overall national security concept, adhered to coordinating development and security, and effectively prevented and resolved risks in key areas. In 2024, the total grain output exceeded 1.4 trillion jin for the first time, and a multi-wheel-driven energy supply system of coal, oil, gas, electricity, nuclear energy, and renewable energy has basically formed. The level of independent control of key industrial chains has continued to improve, and the construction of data security capabilities has continued to advance.

To build a new development pattern, we must unswervingly hold the bottom line of stable security and development. Vigorously grasp the construction of security capabilities in key areas, adhere to gradually resolving risks in development, and firmly hold the bottom line of preventing systemic risks. Comprehensively consolidate the foundation of food security, increase the implementation of the strategy of storing grain on the land and storing grain in technology, strictly adhere to the red line of cultivated land protection, strengthen the construction of high-standard farmland, implement a new round of action to increase grain production capacity by 100 billion jin and an action to revitalize the seed industry, and effectively ensure the stable supply of domestic grain and the smooth operation of the market. Vigorously enhance the security guarantee capabilities of energy and resources, accelerate the planning and construction of a new energy system, firmly hold the rice bowl of energy in our own hands, adhere to a high level of opening-up to the outside world in the energy field, and carry out pragmatic international energy cooperation. Establish and improve a security risk assessment and response mechanism for industrial chains and supply chains, coordinate the promotion of major technical equipment tackling and industrial base reconstruction projects, and make every effort to ensure the security of important industrial chains and supply chains. At the same time, continue to effectively prevent and resolve risks in real estate, local government debt, small and medium-sized financial institutions, and other areas. Solidly do a good job in public safety.

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China's express delivery volume grows by nearly 20% in the first half of the year.

This newspaper's Beijing (北京) July 16th dispatch (Reporter Han Xin (韩鑫)): The State Post Bureau (国家邮政局) announced the operational status of the postal and express delivery industry for the first half of this year on the 16th. Looking at the volume of business, in the first half of the year, the postal industry's total delivery volume reached 104.51 billion pieces, a year-on-year increase of 16.9%. Among them, the cumulative express delivery volume reached 95.64 billion pieces, a year-on-year increase of 19.3%. Looking at revenue, in the first half of the year, the postal industry's total business revenue reached 873.09 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 8.3%. Among them, the cumulative express delivery business revenue reached 718.78 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 10.1%.

"In the first half of this year, policies to expand domestic demand and promote consumption have been implemented at an accelerated pace, providing a strong impetus for the rapid growth of the express delivery industry and helping to achieve rapid growth in express delivery volume," said the relevant负责人 (fù zé rén - "person in charge") of the State Post Bureau (国家邮政局).

The volume of business reached a new high again. In the first half of the year, the average daily business volume exceeded approximately 520 million pieces. Among them, from January to February, the average daily business volume was approximately 620 million pieces, exceeding the average daily level of last year's "Double 11" (双11). By the end of May this year, the year-on-year growth of express delivery volume exceeded 20%, and its supporting role in promoting consumption upgrading and real economy growth has become more prominent.

The quality and efficiency of services have been improved simultaneously. Since the beginning of this year, air transportation, high-speed rail express transportation, and other methods have been gradually expanded, the comprehensive transportation efficiency of delivery has been significantly improved, the service timeliness of the entire chain has continued to improve, and more regions have been included in the "next-day delivery" service circle. Intelligent facilities and equipment have been widely used, the application range of unmanned vehicles and unmanned stations has been gradually expanded, and artificial intelligence application scenarios have been continuously enriched, helping to expand the functions of delivery services, improve service efficiency, and effectively improve user service experience.

Data shows that in the first half of the year, the cumulative volume of intra-city express delivery business reached 7.88 billion pieces, a year-on-year increase of 6.2%; the cumulative volume of inter-city express delivery business reached 85.74 billion pieces, a year-on-year increase of 20.6%. The express delivery business revenue and volume in the central and western regions continued to grow rapidly, and the proportion of express delivery volume in the country increased by 1.4 percentage points compared with the same period last year.

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China's national maximum power load exceeds 1.5 billion kilowatts for the first time.

This newspaper reported from Beijing on July 16th (Reporter Ding Yiting (丁怡婷)) It was learned from the National Energy Administration (国家能源局) that on the 16th, the national maximum power load exceeded 1.5 billion kilowatts for the first time, reaching 1.506 billion kilowatts, an increase of 0.55 billion kilowatts compared with the maximum load last year. The national power load has continued to maintain a high level this week, and the peak summer energy supply guarantee work has entered a critical period.

The power load of 1.5 billion kilowatts is equivalent to 15 billion 100-watt light bulbs being lit at the same time. This is also a new historical record after the initial high of 1.465 billion kilowatts on July 4 and the new high of 1.467 billion kilowatts on July 7.

During the peak summer period, the temperature in most parts of the country is higher than the same period of the normal year, coupled with the good trend of economic growth, which has driven the national maximum power load to a record high. Recently, the power load in many places has risen rapidly. Since the beginning of summer until noon on July 16, the load of 16 provincial power grids has broken historical records 36 times.

Local power departments have taken measures from the power supply side, the power grid side, and the power consumption side to meet electricity demand. In Jiangsu (江苏), by carrying out large-scale centralized dispatch of new energy storage, the power grid is discharged centrally during peak electricity consumption, which can simultaneously meet the electricity demand of about 48 million households for one hour; in Guangdong (广东), the Shenzhen (深圳) Virtual Power Plant Management Platform provides support for the stable operation of the power grid by second-level scheduling of distributed resources such as charging piles, air conditioners, new energy vehicles, and energy storage.

At present, the national power supply is generally stable. The National Energy Administration (国家能源局) stated that it will closely monitor the power supply and demand situation, the supply of primary fuels, water storage, extreme weather, and other conditions, coordinate and optimize the inter-regional and inter-provincial power mutual assistance capabilities, continue to do a good job of the "one province, one policy" peak summer power supply guarantee work, and fully ensure reliable power supply.

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Unmanned Mining Trucks Enter Mining Area

In recent years, the Xinjiang Zhundong Economic and Technological Development Zone (新疆准东经济技术开发区) has promoted the transformation of intelligent equipment, continuously increased the number of unmanned driving equipment, and advanced the transformation of mining operations towards intelligence and green development.

The photo shows an open-pit coal mine in the Xinjiang Zhundong Economic and Technological Development Zone (新疆准东经济技术开发区) on July 15, where unmanned mining trucks are transporting earthwork.

Photo by He Long (何龙) (Image China)

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Ezhou Huahu Airport Handles Over 2 Million Tons of Cargo and Mail in 3 Years of Operation

This newspaper's Wuhan (武汉) report on July 16th (Reporter Fan Haotian (范昊天)): The reporter learned from the Hubei Ezhou Huahu International Airport (湖北鄂州花湖国际机场) (hereinafter referred to as "Huahu Airport (花湖机场)") that since its official opening on July 17, 2022, Huahu Airport (花湖机场) has cumulatively handled over 60,000 cargo flights and completed a cargo and mail throughput of over 2 million tons; it has opened 59 domestic cargo routes and 45 international cargo routes, with a 1.5-hour flight covering 90% of the country's major economic regions and an 8-hour transportation circle reaching Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Americas.

Huahu Airport (花湖机场) is China's (中国) first professional cargo hub airport. In the first half of this year, Huahu Airport's (花湖机场) international cargo and mail throughput reached 249,000 tons, an increase of 261% compared to the same period in 2024; nearly 6,500 international/regional flights were handled, an increase of 333% year-on-year.

Over the past 3 years, Huahu Airport's (花湖机场) attractiveness to the airport-based industry has been rapidly increasing, with a cumulative total of 225 airport-based industrial projects with contracted investments of over 100 million yuan. Around the airport, upstream and downstream enterprises in the cross-border e-commerce industry chain are accelerating their agglomeration.

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Promote the integration of scientific research achievements into the industrial chain.

By: 本报记者  郝迎灿

Smartphones tend to overheat and lag after prolonged use because the performance of the chip changes with temperature. Targeting this pain point, the team led by Sun Dongming (孙东明), a researcher at the Institute of Metal Research, Chinese Academy of Sciences (中国科学院金属研究所), has developed a temperature control chip and achieved full-chain independent control.

In 2021, Liaoning Lengxin Semiconductor Technology Co., Ltd. (辽宁冷芯半导体科技有限公司) was established, and the scientific research achievement of the temperature control chip was transformed into reality by using patents as equity investment. "In just a few years, we have grown rapidly, which is inseparable from policy support," said Sun Dongming (孙东明).

"To promote more scientific research achievements from 'laboratory' into 'industrial chain', it is necessary to increase the cultivation of technology-based enterprises." Li Ying (李莹), Director of the Shenyang Science and Technology Bureau (沈阳市科技局), introduced that in recent years, Shenyang (沈阳) has implemented four actions of "increasing the quantity, optimizing the quality, strengthening the industry, and improving the ecology" to continuously expand the group of technology-based enterprises. In the first half of this year, Shenyang (沈阳) added 3,618 technology-based enterprises, and the total number of technology-based enterprises in the city reached 28,936.

Introducing "living water" and diligent irrigation. Shenyang (沈阳) strives to improve the gradient cultivation system of "technology-based small and medium-sized enterprises - high-tech enterprises - gazelle and unicorn enterprises." In the first half of this year, it leveraged financial institutions to finance technology companies more than 1.5 billion yuan, including serving 23 gazelle enterprises.

Grasping innovation and improving capabilities. Shenyang (沈阳) encourages and supports technology-based enterprises to declare national, provincial, and municipal science and technology plan projects, and build innovation platforms such as national key laboratories, technology innovation centers, and engineering research centers. Up to now, the city has 46 pilot bases for the transformation of scientific and technological achievements led by enterprises, 325 substantial industry-university-research alliances, and 115 new R&D institutions.

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Innovative services transform transit stations into new consumption landmarks.

By: 本报记者  李  蕊

Red hijab, bridal sedan chair, suona sounds... a truly authentic traditional Chinese wedding was staged in the wedding hall of the Zaozhuang (枣庄) service area on the Beijing-Taiwan Expressway (京台高速). At the moment the ceremony concluded, dozens of antique lanterns shone brightly, the light and shadow pouring down through the hollowed-out carvings, the newlyweds smiling and scattering喜糖 (xǐ táng - "happiness candies," candies given out at weddings) to relatives and friends.

"The sense of ritual here is full, it is the traditional Chinese style we like," the bride, Ms. Wang (王女士), said happily, "The location is also suitable, right in the middle of my parents' home and my husband's home, very convenient."

"Holding a wedding in a highway service area sounds novel, but it has its own advantages," said Gao Jian (高健), Deputy Secretary of the Party Branch and General Manager of the Zaozhuang (枣庄) Branch of Shandong Hi-Speed Service Development Group (山东高速服务开发集团). "Highways have a wide reach and are open bidirectionally both inside and outside the road area, which is our advantage."

It turns out that the Zaozhuang (枣庄) service area is adjacent to the main urban road and backs onto the Railway Guerrilla Memorial Park (铁道游击队纪念园). Relying on its location advantages, the service area broke the closed boundary, connecting the urban roads with the service area, realizing "dual service" both inside and outside the highway road area. At the same time, it carefully created 10 wedding halls with different styles, providing one-stop wedding services. Thanks to the convenience of highway transportation, the service area's wedding service radius extends to 200 kilometers, and the banquet schedule for 2025 has already exceeded 200 events.

In recent years, Shandong Hi-Speed Service Development Group (山东高速服务开发集团) has broken through the traditional functional positioning of service areas, actively exploring the potential consumption needs of drivers and passengers, driving economic vitality with cultural scenes, and meeting diverse needs with characteristic business formats, gradually forming a new consumption ecology in Shandong Hi-Speed service areas, and the consumption scenarios in service areas are becoming more and more abundant.

In the lobby of the comprehensive building of the Tai'an (泰安) service area, a welcome pine and a giant screen outline a welcoming picture; the cultural corridor paved with antique blue bricks stretches windingly, the sea of clouds tumbling on the electronic screen, and the birds singing and flowers fragrant between the high mountains and flowing water, making people feel as if they are in the Mount Tai (泰山) scenic area. At present, the Tai'an (泰安) service area is actively linking up with Tai'an City (泰安市) and the surrounding Mount Tai (泰山), Jiunvfeng (九女峰), Caishixi (彩石溪) and other scenic spots, planning ticket discounts and shuttle services to help guests on the highway "go out."

As of now, Shandong (山东) has built more than 40 pairs of characteristic service areas, gradually realizing the transformation and development of service areas from traditional "passing stations" to "comprehensive consumption new landmarks." "We will give full play to the platform advantages of service areas to create more theme service areas with demonstration effects, and inject momentum into the upgrading of mass consumption with transportation scene innovation," said Li Qiang (李强), Secretary of the Party Committee and Chairman of Shandong Hi-Speed Service Development Group (山东高速服务开发集团).

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Heatwave Hits, Large Ice Blocks Become "Hot Commodity"

By: 本报记者  朱佩娴

In recent days, Henan (河南) has experienced continuous high temperatures, with some areas reaching over 40 degrees Celsius, keeping ice factories extremely busy.

"Market demand exceeds supply. We are operating at full capacity every day, selling everything we produce, and our inventory is almost depleted," said An Zedong (安泽东), the general manager of an ice factory in Zhengzhou (郑州). When reporters visited this ice factory in Zhengzhou Economic Development Zone (郑州经开区), they saw workers dragging large quantities of ice blocks out of the cold storage and quickly loading them into different refrigerated trucks before they departed. "Each ice block weighs about 200 pounds and can be sold for around 30 yuan. We can ship two to three thousand blocks of ice every day," said An Zedong (安泽东).

The workers at the ice factory are very busy. "Now is the peak season. We can earn 2 yuan per block of ice, and make more than 10,000 yuan a month. We are full of energy!" one worker said with a smile.

Who are these large ice blocks sold to? An Zedong (安泽东) told reporters that in addition to places with cooling needs such as aquatic products, vegetables, logistics, and factories, many fishing enthusiasts also frequently place orders. "High temperatures cannot stop the enthusiasm of fishing enthusiasts. Placing the ice blocks next to them while fishing can keep them cool for 6 hours in high temperatures."

In a refrigerated truck, three large ice blocks were particularly eye-catching. They were not the usual white color, but colorful, because they contained frozen fruits, drinks, and beer. "This is customized according to customer needs," An Zedong (安泽东) explained. Many outdoor workers or travel enthusiasts have a demand for this type of customized ice block. In particular, fishing enthusiasts not only buy ordinary ice blocks for physical cooling, but also customize some colorful ice blocks that they can enjoy while fishing.

This ice factory has 15 cold storage rooms that can accommodate 1,500 tons of goods. The reporter walked into a cold storage room and was met with a blast of cold air. Half of the ice blocks in the cold storage room had already been sold. "This cold storage room contains ice blocks stored during the autumn and winter seasons. It was fully loaded at the time, but now less than half remains," said An Zedong (安泽东).

"We use a cold water refrigeration ice-making method, which can produce a 200-pound ice block in 48 hours," said An Zedong (安泽东). In the production workshop, rows of ice-making molds rise from the underground refrigeration unit, demold, and large ice blocks slide out of them before being loaded onto trucks and transported away. Subsequently, the ice-making molds are filled with cold water again and placed in the underground refrigeration unit. After waiting for 48 hours, another batch of large ice blocks will be made and transported away.

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Editors of this page: Bai Zhiyu, Han Chunyao, Wang Donghui

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"Joining the Guerrilla Force Means Being Prepared to Sacrifice at Any Moment" (Space-Time Dialogue)

By: 本报记者  王昊男

The anti-Japanese War veteran Chen Shengli (陈胜利) was not originally named "Shengli" (胜利, Victory); he changed his name because of the war.

At the Veteran Cadres Activity Center in Shijingshan District (石景山区), Beijing (北京市), the reporter met Chen Shengli (陈胜利), a battle-hardened centenarian. He still vividly remembers the date he joined the army, the time he joined the Party, the comrades who sacrificed their lives, and the details of the battles.

Chen Shengli (陈胜利), originally named Chen Shengli (陈生粒), was born in August 1922 in Donggaochang Village (东高昌村), Wangdu County (望都县), Hebei Province (河北省). He joined the army in January 1938, joined the Chinese Communist Party (中国共产党) in February 1944, and participated in the War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression, the War of Liberation, and the War to Resist US Aggression and Aid Korea, earning numerous merits. In the army, he served as a cultural instructor, political instructor, and other positions. In December 1982, Chen Shengli (陈胜利) retired from the Shijingshan District (石景山区) Department Store in Beijing (北京市).

Why did you join the guerrilla force?

"When the flames of war reached our doorstep, I vowed never to be a slave of a conquered nation."

"My family was poor when I was a child. I lost my father at the age of two and worked as a farmhand for a landlord at the age of 12," Chen Shengli (陈胜利) recalled. "At that time, we ate chaff and wild herbs every day, and it was good enough if we didn't starve to death."

August 14th of the lunar calendar in 1937 is a date that sticks in Chen Shengli's (陈胜利) memory like a thorn. The 15-year-old and his cousin went to a fair when a roar suddenly came from the sky. That day, Chen Shengli (陈胜利) and his fellow villagers saw Japanese (日本) bombers for the first time.

"Bombs fell one after another, and there were corpses and severed limbs everywhere, and cries were everywhere." The market became a living hell. Chen Shengli (陈胜利), who escaped by chance, later heard people say, "More than 100 people were killed in the market."

Back in the village, Chen Shengli (陈胜利) was so frightened that he didn't sleep all night. The next day, just as dawn was breaking, there was a chaotic shout outside the house: "The Japanese (日本人) are coming! The Japanese (日本人) are coming!"

"The Japanese (日军) were like beasts, grabbing anything they saw, burning any house they saw, and raping any woman they saw." Chen Shengli (陈胜利) clenched his fists tightly.

Hatred overcame fear, and a seed of revenge was planted in the young man's heart. Chen Shengli (陈胜利) said: "I wasn't afraid anymore at that time, I just wanted to kill the Japanese devils to avenge myself."

Not long after, a team marched into the village, but every family in the village closed their doors. "At that time, various armed forces were mixed together, and the common people were afraid of seeing soldiers." Chen Shengli (陈胜利) said, "This team was different. Not only did they not harass the people, but they also helped carry water and do chores, saying that they would take everyone to fight the Japanese devils. This was the Eighth Route Army (八路军)."

Hearing that it was such a team, many young people in the village scrambled to sign up for the army. "I was young and thin, and I was afraid that the team wouldn't want me." Chen Shengli (陈胜利) said that he secretly made up his mind at the time, "If they really don't want me, I will stay and not leave. I am determined to be a soldier."

In January 1938, the 16-year-old Chen Shengli (陈胜利) became a glorious guerrilla fighter. "The Eighth Route Army (八路军) was short of equipment, so they gave me a knife and four grenades." Chen Shengli (陈胜利) gestured with his hands. Although the weapons were simple, he felt happy in his heart, "Finally, I can fight the Japanese (日本人). When the flames of war reached our doorstep, I vowed never to be a slave of a conquered nation."

How effective was the landmine warfare?

"Landmines were buried on the main roads and small roads,炸得来‘扫荡’的日寇晕头转向 (yūn tóu zhuàn xiàng - "dizzy and disoriented," to be confused and disoriented)"

"At that time, bullets were more precious than gold." Chen Shengli's (陈胜利) guerrilla team was stationed in a village in Tang County (唐县), Hebei Province (河北省). "There were only thirty or so guns in total, with twenty or thirty bullets per gun. There was an unwritten rule in the team that for every five bullets fired, one Japanese (鬼子) gun had to be captured. The bullet casings had to be collected and new bullets were issued based on the casings."

The Japanese (鬼子) occupied the county seat and were well-equipped with airplanes and artillery. The guerrillas would definitely suffer if they fought with weapons.

"We united with the villagers to carry out landmine warfare and tunnel warfare." Chen Shengli (陈胜利) recalled, "The tunnels were dug skillfully. Pigsties, millstones, and stables were all tunnel entrances, which could be used for defense, drainage, and smoke release. Every family was connected, and every village was connected."

There were even more varieties of landmines, using stones from the mountains to make "stone mines" and blacksmith shops to make "iron mines." "Landmines were buried on the main roads and small roads, 炸得来‘扫荡’的日寇晕头转向 (yūn tóu zhuàn xiàng - "dizzy and disoriented," to be confused and disoriented)." Chen Shengli's (陈胜利) voice grew louder as he spoke, "Every time the Japanese devils (鬼子) entered the village, they had to pay the price."

Chen Shengli (陈胜利) has the deepest memory of the battle in January 1941. At that time, the Cheng Gong Department (城工部) of the Third Military Sub-district (第三军分区) of the Jin-Cha-Ji Military Region (晋察冀军区) and the guerrillas were stationed in the same village, and an important task for Chen Shengli (陈胜利) and his comrades was to do a good job in security. One early morning, more than 300 Japanese (日军) quietly surrounded the village. After a day of fierce fighting, the guerrillas retreated into the tunnels.

"Two days before the battle, it snowed. At first, the smoke vent of the tunnel was covered with snow. Later, the snow on the smoke vent melted, and the Japanese (日军) discovered the flaw." Chen Shengli (陈胜利) said, "The Japanese (日军) first poured water, and then dug down from the ground, tossing back and forth for several hours, and the tunnel was about to be dug through."

"Everyone hung the grenade rings on their fingers, ready to rush out and fight the Japanese devils (鬼子)." With a gunshot, a comrade knocked down a Japanese soldier (日本兵) at the entrance of the cave. Chen Shengli (陈胜利) and his comrades quickly rushed out of the tunnel, catching the enemy off guard. At this moment, reinforcements from the Eighth Route Army (八路军) cavalry company arrived, "attacking from both inside and outside, killing more than 30 Japanese soldiers (日本兵), and the rest fled."

"Many of our comrades also sacrificed, but we drove away the enemy." Chen Shengli (陈胜利) took a sip of water and waved his fist forcefully, "When I joined the guerrillas, I was ready to sacrifice at any time."

Do you often think of your comrades?

"They are heroes, heroes that we can never forget."

In addition to weapons and ammunition, what was the most important resource during the War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression? That is grain.

"At that time, the yield per mu of grain was low. The common people ate part of it themselves and gave part of it to the troops, so that the Japanese devils (鬼子) could not rob it." Chen Shengli (陈胜利) participated in two battles to protect grain, and every recollection is like it is in front of him.

Before the wheat harvest in 1942, he and several comrades were returning from a mission when they encountered a team of Japanese (日伪军) and puppet troops robbing grain outside Beiluo Town (北罗镇) Village. After discussing it, they decided to ambush and prevent the enemy from entering the village.

"We hid in a dilapidated earthen house at the entrance of the village, and agreed to wait until the enemy got closer before firing, so as not to waste bullets." Chen Shengli (陈胜利) recalled that because the battle was sudden, the puppet soldiers (伪军) in front were immediately knocked down. However, after the two sides exchanged fire, the enemy discovered that they were few in number, so they surrounded the house in a fan shape.

"Everyone went around behind the enemy, throwing grenades while maneuvering." The fierce gunfire alarmed the Eighth Route Army (八路军) in the village, and soon the main force arrived. After the victory of the battle, Battalion Commander Ma Weihua (马卫华) patted him on the shoulder and said, "Shenglili (生粒) ah, you should be called Shengli (胜利). When you are here, victory is here." From then on, Chen Shengli (陈生粒) became Chen Shengli (陈胜利), and this name has never changed.

The battle during the autumn harvest of the same year was even more unforgettable for Chen Shengli (陈胜利). More than 300 Eighth Route Army (八路军) soldiers ambushed south of Tang County (唐县) City, waiting for the enemy robbing grain to enter the ambush circle. "Lying in the grass, the mosquitoes were biting and itching, but no one moved." Chen Shengli (陈胜利) recalled that around dawn, more than 200 Japanese (日伪军) and puppet troops entered the ambush circle. "As soon as the gunshots rang out, the enemy was thrown into chaos, killing more than 80 people and capturing 17 alive."

Just as they were preparing to clear the battlefield, a large number of enemies surrounded them from behind. The team was attacked from both the front and the rear, and chose to break through in separate directions. Chen Shengli (陈胜利) was too tired to run, and found an earthen pit by the side of the road, so he jumped in and hid with grass as cover.

"Eight captured comrades were pierced through the palms of their hands with iron wires by the Japanese devils (鬼子) and escorted back to the county seat." Chen Shengli's (陈胜利) eyes were red, "They were paraded through the streets of the county seat the next day and finally brutally killed."

Speaking of this, the old man was silent for a long time. "They are heroes, heroes that we can never forget." Chen Shengli (陈胜利) said, "We must let future generations remember that our compatriots have suffered greatly, and we must pass on the great spirit of the War of Resistance from generation to generation."

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The victory of the War of Resistance and the recovery of Taiwan are worth commemorating together by compatriots on both sides of the Strait.

This newspaper reported from Beijing on July 16th (Reporter Jiang Lin (江琳)). Chen Binhua (陈斌华), spokesperson for the Taiwan Affairs Office of the State Council (国务院台办), stated at a regular press conference on the 16th that this year marks the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War, as well as the 80th anniversary of Taiwan's Retrocession. Taiwan's Retrocession is an important achievement of the victory against Japanese aggression, a great victory forged by all the Chinese people, including Taiwan compatriots, who 前赴后继 (qián fù hòu jì - "advance wave upon wave," to advance dauntlessly despite sacrifices) and fought bloody battles, and is worthy of joint commemoration by compatriots on both sides of the Taiwan Strait.

Chen Binhua (陈斌华) responded to inquiries by introducing recent activities by compatriots on both sides of the Taiwan Strait to jointly commemorate the victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the 80th anniversary of Taiwan's Retrocession, including: In July, the Film Satellite Channel Program Production Center, the Shanxi Provincial Department of Culture and Tourism (山西省文旅厅), and the Cross-Strait Exchange Foundation (海协会两岸交流基金) and other relevant parties jointly held the "'Yellow River Echo' - Cross-Strait Concert Commemorating the 80th Anniversary of the Victory Against Japanese Aggression and Taiwan's Retrocession"; in August, Fuzhou City (福州市), Sanming City (三明市), and other places in Fujian Province (福建省) will hold activities such as a cross-strait youth chorus flash mob documentary commemorating the 80th anniversary of the victory against Japanese aggression and Taiwan's Retrocession, a collection exhibition of cross-strait generals' calligraphy works, and a cross-strait anti-Japanese war themed exhibition.

The 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War will invite Kuomintang (国民党) veterans of the War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression to participate. Taiwan's defense department and the Mainland Affairs Council (陆委会) have slandered the commemorative activities and even threatened and intimidated the veterans of the War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression, telling them "not to be tempted." In response, Chen Binhua (陈斌华) stated that the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression was a great war in which justice triumphed over evil, light triumphed over darkness, and progress triumphed over reaction, and was an important component of the World Anti-Fascist War. The Democratic Progressive Party (民进党) authorities' slander of the commemoration of the victory against Japanese aggression as "united front tactics and cognitive warfare" fully exposes their ugly face of moving against the tide of history and opposing the common values of human society.

He pointed out that the War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression was a just struggle in which all Chinese sons and daughters 众志成城 (zhòng zhì chéng chéng - "unity is strength," when people are united, they can accomplish anything) and shared the same hatred against the enemy, resisting the aggression of Japanese militarism. More than 80 years ago, the enemy's rear battlefield opened up under the leadership of the Communist Party of China (中国共产党) and the frontal battlefield commanded by the Kuomintang (国民党) cooperated to form a strategic situation of jointly resisting the Japanese invaders. Our invitation to Kuomintang (国民党) veterans to participate in commemorative activities is a respect for historical facts and a commendation of their meritorious service in fighting bloody battles and defending their homes and country. The Democratic Progressive Party (民进党) authorities not only do not hold commemorative activities for the War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression, but also threaten and intimidate these veterans of the War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression. Their intentions are punishable, their actions are shameful, and they will inevitably be resolutely opposed by the vast majority of Taiwan compatriots.

Lai Ching-te's (赖清德) so-called "Ten Unities" has caused strong controversy, opposition, and criticism on the island. A reporter asked whether Lai Ching-te's (赖清德) remarks have crossed the red line? How will the mainland retaliate? Chen Binhua (陈斌华) said that Lai Ching-te's (赖清德) so-called "Ten Unities" is full of lies and deception, hostility and provocation, deliberately distorts and divides history, piecing together and peddling "Taiwan independence" separatist fallacies, and inciting cross-strait confrontation. It can be described as a hodgepodge of "Taiwan independence" fallacies full of errors and omissions and a "Taiwan independence" social mobilization to confuse people on the island, fully demonstrating his stubborn "Taiwan independence" nature and fully proving that he is an out-and-out "peace saboteur," a thorough "war monger," and a veritable "troublemaker."

Chen Binhua (陈斌华) pointed out that the root cause of the current tense and turbulent situation in the Taiwan Strait is that the Democratic Progressive Party (民进党) authorities and Lai Ching-te (赖清德) stubbornly adhere to the "Taiwan independence" position and constantly carry out "independence" provocations, and are 一条道走到黑 (yī tiáo dào zǒu dào hēi - "go one road until it's dark," to stubbornly persist in doing something wrong). Taiwan is an inalienable part of China's sacred territory, and we will never allow "Taiwan independence" separatist forces to split Taiwan from China in any name or in any way. Any forces and actions that split the motherland will inevitably be met with a head-on blow from all the Chinese people!

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Coordinated construction reduces repeated road excavation.

By: 本报记者  肖家鑫

At the Jinan Central Hospital East Campus Phase II project site, located in the Jinan High-tech Zone (济南高新区), Shandong (山东), the construction team is busy working. "The project construction is highly efficient and meets the expected progress, which is inseparable from streamlined approvals," said Liu Tongsheng (刘同生), the person in charge of the project construction company. "From the time the project construction proposed the application for municipal public service access to the start of construction, it only took 20 days." "In the past, the access to municipal public services required separate applications, running to multiple units, which was time-consuming and labor-intensive," Liu Tongsheng (刘同生) said, "This time, the joint application was quite efficient!"

Previously, with a try-it-out attitude, Liu Tongsheng (刘同生) gave feedback in the enterprise demand section of the "Ai Shandong (爱山东)" government service platform and left contact information. That afternoon, Li Haijun (李海军), a project staff member from the Jinan High-tech Zone (济南高新区) Approval Service Department, called to listen to Liu Tongsheng's (刘同生) demands. After that, he coordinated with relevant departments such as water supply and gas to jointly survey the site and connect with the Jinan (济南) Municipal Administrative Approval Service Bureau to determine the collaborative promotion at both the municipal and district levels.

After the on-site survey, Jinan Water Group (济南水务集团) and Shandong Hong Kong China Gas Co. (山东港华燃气公司) formulated a construction plan and collaborated on construction to reduce repeated excavation of the road surface. The High-tech Zone (高新区) Government Service Center jointly accepted the relevant municipal external line access procedures for water and gas. At the acceptance site, the two companies jointly filled out an application form to realize the joint approval of multiple items such as planning, road excavation, and temporary occupation of green space.

Jinan (济南) is accelerating the implementation of the "one thing" reform of joint application for water, electricity, gas, heating, and network, promising that the approval of municipal facility construction projects will be completed within 3 working days, and the construction project planning permit will be completed within 8 working days. As of now, Jinan (济南) has handled the "one thing" service of joint municipal public application for a total of 2,198 construction projects, and has cumulatively pushed and shared more than 28,000 relevant information items to municipal public units.

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"Sharp Blade-2025" International Sniper Shooting Competition Held

This newspaper's Beijing (北京) July 16th dispatch (Reporter Li Longyi (李龙伊)) The "Sharp Blade-2025" International Sniper Shooting Competition opened on the 15th at a training base of the People's Armed Police Force (武警部队) in Urumqi (乌鲁木齐), Xinjiang (新疆). More than 50 sniper teams from over 20 countries participated. Among them, China (中国) sent 12 sniper teams from the Army, Navy, Air Force, and People's Armed Police Force (武警部队) to participate.

The competition is divided into four categories: precision fundamentals, typical scenarios, comprehensive combat, and long-range challenge sniping, with 12 competition subjects such as Hidden Arrow Blade and 百步穿杨 (bǎi bù chuān yáng - "shoot willow leaves from a hundred paces," to possess remarkable marksmanship). The subject settings of this competition pay more attention to the combination of personnel and equipment, integrating unmanned aerial vehicle aerial reconnaissance, assault vehicle land cover, and other personnel-equipment coordination with sniper operations.

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Fuzhou New Area in Fujian Province Intensifies Efforts to Attract and Cultivate Talent

This newspaper's Fuzhou (福州) dispatch, July 16th (Reporter Liu Xiaoyu (刘晓宇)) -- Fuzhou New Area (福州新区) in Fujian (福建) Province innovatively introduces talent platforms and carriers, promoting "university-locality-enterprise linkage." Focusing on market-oriented talent introduction, smooth information interconnection, and strengthened talent security, it leverages talent advantages to boost high-quality development. Currently, Fuzhou New Area (福州新区) has launched supporting policies such as comprehensive rewards, talent contributions, and housing security, promoting institutional innovations such as "one park, one policy" and "one industry, one policy" to stimulate the enthusiasm and initiative of all parties in attracting talent and investment.

In the automated winding workshop of Fujian Yongrong Jinjiang Co., Ltd. (福建永荣锦江股份有限公司), there are more than 400 machines on the production line, with only four or five workers operating nearby. The AI visual inspection equipment at the end of the production line is eye-catching. "AI intelligent detection of unqualified products has improved the accuracy from 70% to 99.5%," said Fu Chongxian (付重先), Deputy General Manager of the company's Technology R&D Department. In 2024, Fuzhou New Area (福州新区) facilitated the signing of a university-locality cooperation agreement between Wuhan Textile University (武汉纺织大学) and the district, inviting school experts to guide the development of the textile and chemical fiber industry. Subsequently, AI visual inspection equipment and other intelligent equipment were successively "updated," reducing costs and increasing efficiency for enterprises. From its approval to 2024, Fuzhou New Area (福州新区) has seen an average annual increase of 8.6% in regional GDP, an average annual increase of 13.5% in fixed asset investment, and an average annual increase of 8.5% in the added value of industrial enterprises above designated size over the past nine years.

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The number of cases collected in the People's Court Case Database exceeds 5,000.

This newspaper's Beijing (北京) July 16th dispatch (Reporter Wei Zhezhe (魏哲哲)) The reporter learned from the Supreme People's Court (最高人民法院): As of the 15th, the number of cases collected in the People's Court Case Database reached 5,040, achieving full coverage of common crimes and frequently occurring causes of action. Among them, there are 1,912 criminal cases, accounting for 37.94%; 2,159 civil cases, accounting for 42.84%; 563 administrative cases, accounting for 11.17%; 356 enforcement cases, accounting for 7.06%; and 50 state compensation cases, accounting for 0.99%.

The People's Court Case Database is an authoritative and unified case retrieval platform built by the Supreme People's Court (最高人民法院), which includes guiding cases issued by the Supreme People's Court (最高人民法院) and reference cases that have been reviewed by the Supreme People's Court (最高人民法院) and deemed to have demonstrative value for similar case trials. On February 27, 2024, the People's Court Case Database was officially launched and opened to the public, with the first batch of 3,711 cases included in the database. Since then, the case compilation mechanism has been continuously improved, the case writing standards have been further standardized, and the quality of cases included in the database has been continuously improved, the number has steadily increased, and the structure has become increasingly optimized.

In promoting the correct and unified application of law, the People's Court Case Database promptly collects relevant authoritative cases targeting key and difficult issues that are generally reflected in judicial practice, clarifies the standards for the application of law and adjudication rules, and provides reference for the trial of similar cases by the four levels of courts nationwide. The requirement of "same case, same judgment" is better implemented.

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333 Million Inbound and Outbound Trips Made in the First Half of the Year

This newspaper's Beijing (北京) dispatch on July 16th (Reporter Zhang Tianpei (张天培)) On July 16th, the National Immigration Administration (国家移民管理局) held a press conference to release the main immigration management data for the first half of 2025. In the first half of the year, national immigration management agencies cumulatively inspected 333 million inbound and outbound passengers, an increase of 15.8% year-on-year. Among them, 159 million were mainland residents, 136 million were residents of Hong Kong (香港), Macao (澳门), and Taiwan (台湾), an increase of 15.9% and 12.2% year-on-year respectively; 38.053 million were foreigners, an increase of 30.2% year-on-year.

In the first half of the year, the Immigration Bureau's government service platform provided 89.87 million government services such as inquiries for Chinese and foreign inbound and outbound personnel, and provided free identity verification services to 30.59 million Hong Kong, Macao, and Taiwan residents, overseas Chinese, and foreigners; the National Immigration Administration 12367 service platform handled 3.519 million consultations from Chinese and foreign personnel, involving more than 100 countries and regions.

National immigration management agencies continue to deepen the convenience of government services and the facilitation of border inspection clearance, and continuously improve the effectiveness of immigration management services. They have introduced and implemented a visa-free policy for tourist groups from ASEAN countries entering Xishuangbanna (西双版纳), Yunnan (云南), added Indonesia (印度尼西亚) as a country applicable to China's 240-hour transit visa-free policy, strengthened the dynamic service management of the entire chain of entry, stay, and exit in China, and actively worked with relevant competent departments to promote the facilitation of payment, accommodation, transportation, and other aspects for foreigners, effectively promoting the exchange of Chinese and foreign personnel and economic and trade cooperation. In the first half of the year, 13.64 million foreigners entered China visa-free, an increase of 53.9% year-on-year.

In addition, national immigration management agencies have comprehensively promoted the crackdown on crimes that impede national (border) management. In the first half of the year, they investigated and handled 6,914 cases of crimes that impede national (border) management, arrested more than 18,000 criminal suspects, and dismantled 223 criminal gangs.

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Editors of this page: Ji Jianming, Xu Danyang, Xu Leipeng

Layout Design: Zhang Danfeng (张丹峰)

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The Western Xia Mausoleums: Successful World Heritage Bid is a New Beginning (Cultural China Tour: Promoting Cultural Confidence and Strength)

Under the Helan Mountains (贺兰山), echoes of history resonate; the magnificent ruins bear witness to a unified multi-ethnic nation. On July 11, local time, the 47th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee, held in Paris, France, passed a resolution to include the "Western Xia Mausoleums (西夏陵)" on the World Heritage List. To date, China's total number of World Heritage sites has reached 60.

Successful application is a new starting point. As the Western Xia Mausoleums (西夏陵) become known to more people, how should local cultural and museum venues update their display methods and tell the story of the Western Xia Mausoleums (西夏陵) well? How can the role of science and technology be better utilized to protect world heritage? After the successful application of the Western Xia Mausoleums (西夏陵) for World Heritage status, this newspaper interviewed front-line staff as soon as possible to hear them tell the story of the past and future of the Western Xia Mausoleums (西夏陵).

-- Editor

Shi Peiyi (师培轶), Curator of the Western Xia Mausoleums Museum (西夏陵博物馆):

Telling the Story of the Western Xia Mausoleums (西夏陵) with Heart

The staff of the museum were very excited when the news of the successful application of the Western Xia Mausoleums (西夏陵) for World Heritage status came.

Recalling when the museum was first completed in 1998, there were only dozens of Western Xia cultural relics. In 2019, the newly built Western Xia Mausoleums Museum (西夏陵博物馆) opened, with more than 10,000 cultural relics. At the same time, from the digital upgrade of the museum to the implementation of immersive experience projects, the display and utilization of the Western Xia Mausoleums (西夏陵) has better means.

The museum is adjacent to the mausoleum area, and the museum houses a collection of Western Xia historical and cultural relics, including more than 20 first-class cultural relics, including stone sculptures of warriors and dragon-carved balustrade pillars unearthed from the Western Xia Mausoleums (西夏陵).

Walking into the museum, the naive state of the gilded bronze ox, the gorgeousness of the glazed Chiwen, and the majestic vigor of the warrior stele base... Cultural relics are no longer cold exhibits - with the help of three-dimensional scanning technology and intelligent exhibition cabinet equipment, visitors can see the casting process and historical stories behind the cultural relics with a light touch of the screen. Here, the mysterious Western Xia script is no longer a "celestial book." With a voice interpretation system, visitors can understand the meaning of the ancient script.

The museum has created the 3D film "Romance of Western Xia" (西夏情缘) and the 4D simulation experience program "Fantastic Journey to the Western Xia Underground Palace" (西夏地宫奇幻之旅). Wearing VR devices, visitors follow the "Kalavinka (妙音鸟)" unearthed from the Western Xia Mausoleums (西夏陵), embark on the ancient sacred path, enter the Que-style platform pavilion, and start a journey through time.

Walking out of the museum and looking at the ruins again, there is more understanding of history and a deeper experience of culture.

Now, the museum welcomes more young tourists and has also become a popular place for study tours. The site has been selected as a national primary and secondary school study practice education base and has developed more than 30 high-quality courses. Every summer, students from all over the country come to the ruins area to sketch and visit the museum. I look forward to this site, which has been washed by the years, being known to more and more people.

(Interview and compilation by Zhang Wen (张文), reporter of this newspaper)

Wang Changfeng (王昌丰), Ningxia Yinchuan Western Xia Mausoleums Area Management Office (宁夏银川西夏陵区管理处):

Science and Technology Protect the Magnificent World Heritage

Protecting the Western Xia Mausoleums (西夏陵) is no easy task. With the power of science and technology, the ancient ruins have been rejuvenated.

In 1988, the Western Xia Mausoleums (西夏陵) were included in the third batch of national key cultural relics protection units. At that time, after a long period of wind and rain erosion, the protection of the mausoleum area was not optimistic. A team of experts in archeology, architecture, geology and other disciplines began to race against time.

Rammed earth protection is a difficult problem. Unlike stone or wooden structures, the main body of the Western Xia Mausoleums (西夏陵) is rammed with loess, which looks solid but is actually fragile. When experts first carried out emergency reinforcement of the No. 3 Mausoleum and other mausoleum area buildings in 2000, they turned to the Dunhuang Research Academy (敦煌研究院) to develop new technologies - using hand-rammed adobe bricks to fill the voids in the walls, and then spraying the surface with a high-modulus potassium silicate solution, as if putting a transparent "armor" on the site.

In the process, the chemical reagents need to be repeatedly adjusted in proportion, and the replacement of traditional steel anchor rods with Mao bamboo anchor rods has also undergone several tests of wind and sand. I still remember that after a sandstorm in 2008, the newly repaired cracks were filled with quicksand again, and everyone re-reinforced them against the strong wind.

In addition to technical research, the inspection and cleaning of the mausoleum area is also very important. In recent years, a dynamic monitoring system has been put into use, laying optical cable lines around it, and installing equipment such as cameras and laser radar alarms to achieve video surveillance, intrusion alarms, and access control, while also being able to monitor multiple indicators such as temperature and humidity in real time. Whenever the rainy season comes, data analysis can be used to predict the impact of rainfall on the moisture content of the rammed earth and adjust the protection plan in a timely manner.

While science and technology are helping, the concept of protection is also being upgraded. We are trying to use 3D printing technology to replicate damaged components, use virtual reality technology to restore the original appearance of the mausoleum, and even cultivate "biological crusts" that can grow on the surface of rammed earth. Tourists can use AR glasses to "travel" to the Western Xia Dynasty (西夏王朝), and children participating in study tours can piece together pottery shards in front of interactive screens to restore historical scenes.

Today, the main body reinforcement of 9 imperial mausoleums and 44 tombs has been completed. The site not only has complete flood control, security, fire protection and other system engineering, but also established a cultural relics database containing 200,000 data entries. But this is not the end. There are always new topics in site protection: How to use microbial technology to inhibit the erosion of salt and alkali on the mausoleums? How to reduce the man-made impact on the mausoleum area while opening it to visitors? Protecting world heritage is always on the road.

(Interview and compilation by Zhang Wen (张文), reporter of this newspaper)

Yang Rui (杨蕤), Chief Expert of the Research Base of the Chinese National Community of Northern Nationalities University (北方民族大学中华民族共同体研究基地):

Witnessing the Cultural Integration on the Silk Road

At the eastern foot of the Helan Mountains (贺兰山), huge conical mounds are scattered, appearing magnificent against the backdrop of towering peaks - this is the Western Xia Mausoleums (西夏陵), one of the largest and most well-preserved mausoleums in China.

It was not until the 1970s that the mysterious veil of the Western Xia Mausoleums (西夏陵) was gradually unveiled. The grand ground buildings and exquisite unearthed cultural relics all demonstrate the rich connotation of the unified multi-ethnic pattern of Chinese civilization.

The Central Plains culture is the "background color" of the Western Xia Mausoleums (西夏陵). The "Hongzhi Ningxia New Records" (弘治宁夏新志) of the Ming Dynasty stated that the Western Xia Mausoleums (西夏陵) imitated the Song Mausoleums in Gongyi (巩义宋陵), Henan. The regulations and layout of the Western Xia Mausoleums (西夏陵), such as the gate towers and the sacred path, are basically the same as those of the Song Mausoleums, and the stone head portraits unearthed are also identical to similar cultural relics in the Song Mausoleums. In recent years, the Western Xia porcelain kiln site has been discovered slightly north of the Western Xia Mausoleums (西夏陵), producing porcelain that is very similar to the fine white porcelain of the Hutian Kiln (湖田窑) in Jingdezhen (景德镇) in the Song Dynasty, with a plain surface, thin body, and transparent luster. A large number of Tang and Song coins were also unearthed in the mausoleum area, and lotus and peony-themed patterns are everywhere. In fact, in addition to learning from the Song Dynasty system, the Western Xia Mausoleums (西夏陵) also have many imprints of Tang Dynasty culture. The warrior stele base unearthed from the Western Xia Mausoleums (西夏陵) is a typical case, with a round face, exposed fangs, and a very similar temperament and style to the stone carvings of the Tang Dynasty imperial mausoleums.

Of course, the Western Xia Mausoleums' (西夏陵) inheritance of the Central Plains imperial mausoleum system is not a case of 依葫芦画瓢 (yī hú lu huà piáo - "draw a gourd according to a gourd," to imitate mechanically). Instead, it is a development in inheritance. For example, although the Western Xia Mausoleums (西夏陵) are basically the same as the Song Mausoleums in terms of structural layout, they chose to reduce the longer sacred path of the Northern Song imperial mausoleums and the range of furnishings on both sides, making the overall structure more compact; the underground palace of the Western Xia Mausoleums (西夏陵) is located on the west side of the central axis, and the mausoleum platform does not have the function of sealing the soil above the underground palace; the ground buildings also adopted some techniques of Buddhist architecture, such as designing the mausoleum platform into a pagoda shape, etc., collecting the strengths of each and integrating them.

Due to the geographical advantage of Western Xia in "connecting the east and west and connecting the north and south," the Western Xia Mausoleums (西夏陵) also reflect the cultural factors of the surrounding areas, integrating multiple elements into one. Western Xia controlled the main road of the Silk Road and was once known as the "Mysterious Kingdom on the Silk Road." The three clay sculptures unearthed in the northern building ruins of the Western Xia Mausoleums (西夏陵), with curved hair, deep eyes, and slightly raised noses, are consistent with the image of the Uyghurs recorded in documents.

After the successful application for World Heritage status, the Western Xia Mausoleums (西夏陵), which had been in silence, will definitely play a greater role in cultural exchanges and mutual learning.

(Interview and compilation by Wang Jue (王珏), reporter of this newspaper)

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China Federation of Literary and Art Critics held its third national congress in Beijing

This newspaper's Beijing (北京) dispatch on July 16th (Reporter He Siqi (何思琦)) The 3rd National Congress of the China Federation of Literary and Art Critics Association and the Literary and Art Criticism Work Conference opened in Beijing (北京) on the 16th.

The meeting held that over the past five years, the China Federation of Literary and Art Critics Association has continuously strengthened its theoretical armaments, deepened the systematic and rational interpretation of the Party's theory of literary and artistic innovation, strengthened position construction, and expanded the talent pool, achieving considerable progress. The vast number of literary and art critics have adhered to a people-centered creative orientation, and the persuasiveness, combat effectiveness, and influence of literary and art criticism have been continuously enhanced, making positive contributions to promoting the prosperity and development of socialist literature and art.

The meeting pointed out that it is necessary to take Xi Jinping (习近平) Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era as a guide, and consolidate the theoretical foundation of literary and art criticism; to eulogize the spirit of the times, lead literary and artistic works with constructive literary and art criticism, and fully demonstrate the striving new era; to vigorously promote the "integration of criticism and creation," and use literary and art criticism to help the creation of literary and art in the new era to maintain integrity and innovate; to actively face new technologies, new media, and new patterns, and enhance the communication power and influence of literary and art criticism; to adhere to emancipating the mind and deepening reform, and give full play to the leading role of the association in industry construction.

In addition to reviewing and summarizing the work of the China Federation of Literary and Art Critics Association in the past five years and studying and deploying the tasks for the next five years, this conference will also revise the "Constitution of the China Federation of Literary and Art Critics Association" and elect a new leadership of the China Federation of Literary and Art Critics Association.

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Ministry of Education Deploys Work to Ensure Safety of Primary and Secondary School Students During Summer Vacation

This newspaper's Beijing (北京) dispatch on July 16th (Reporter Wu Yue (吴月)): The reporter learned from the Ministry of Education (教育部) that the General Office of the Ministry of Education (教育部办公厅) recently issued the "Notice on Doing a Good Job in the Safety Work of Primary and Secondary School Summer Vacation in 2025," requiring strengthening safety education and doing a good job in summer care, etc.

The notice pointed out that all regions should effectively build a safety defense line for the summer vacation, widely carry out safety education, and strictly prevent the occurrence of various safety incidents. All regions should, together with sub-districts (communities) and the Communist Youth League (共青团), the All-China Women's Federation (妇联), trade unions and other departments, carefully organize various types of care services for primary and secondary school students during the summer vacation to effectively solve the problem of students' "difficulty in care" during the summer vacation. Schools with the conditions to carry out summer care services should adhere to the principles of public welfare and universal benefit, voluntary participation of teachers, and voluntary participation of parents and students, and provide summer care services such as physical exercise, art activities, reading guidance, comprehensive practice, interest expansion, and homework tutoring for students in need. Local education administrative departments and schools must resolutely curb problems such as class make-up during holidays, early start of school, and delayed holidays.

In addition, it is necessary to use the summer vacation to carry out a "look back" on the special rectification work of "campus meals," teaching and auxiliary material ordering, and school uniform purchase, and to do a good job in planning and deployment for the new semester. The notice proposes that attention should be paid to the methods and methods when deploying summer safety work, avoid assigning work and responsibilities beyond the scope of teachers' duties to schools and teachers, and teachers should not be arranged to carry out work such as river patrol and forest protection, street duty, and traffic assistance, and avoid formalistic practices such as signing letters of responsibility, 一刀切 (yī dāo qiē - "one knife cut," a one-size-fits-all approach), and frequent check-ins, which increase the burden on teachers. Parents should be guided to rationally view and carefully select various summer camps, study tours, and off-campus training institutions to prevent incidents that infringe on students' legitimate rights and harm their physical and mental health.

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The Han-Wei Dynasty Luoyang City Relics Museum Opens

This newspaper Zhengzhou (郑州) July 16th (Reporter Zhang Wenhao (张文豪)) The Hanwei Luoyang Ancient City Ruins Museum officially opened to the public for free starting on the 16th.

The Hanwei Luoyang Ancient City is one of the first national key cultural relics protection units. It has been the capital of the Western Zhou, Eastern Zhou, Eastern Han, Cao Wei, Western Jin, and Northern Wei dynasties for six dynasties, with a history of nearly 1600 years of city construction and nearly 600 years of capital history. In 1962, the Luoyang Working Team of the Institute of Archaeology of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (now the Institute of Archaeology of the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences) began archaeological exploration. To date, the overall scale of the Hanwei Luoyang Ancient City has been basically clarified, and approximately 20,000 pieces (sets) of cultural relics have been unearthed.

The Hanwei Luoyang Ancient City Ruins Museum is located in Baimasi (白马寺) Town, Chanhe (瀍河) Hui District, Luoyang (洛阳) City, Henan (河南) Province. It is a national "14th Five-Year Plan" cultural protection, inheritance, and utilization project, and also an important project for Luoyang City to build a cluster of five major capital city ruins museums. The museum focuses on the historical culture of the Han and Wei periods, exhibiting more than 1,300 precious cultural relics (sets), showcasing the prosperous civilization of the Hanwei Luoyang City as the eastern starting point of the Silk Road.

"The Hanwei Luoyang Ancient City is one of the most complete large-scale sites with existing above-ground and underground remains in China. As a famous historical and cultural city, Luoyang (洛阳) gives full play to the resource advantages of the five major capital city ruins and constructs a magnificent, distinctive, and rich cultural heritage protection and utilization system," said Liu Shuguang (刘曙光), Chairman of the Chinese Museums Association.

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Scientists Construct First Multi-Organ Single-Cell Multi-Omics Atlas of Rice

This newspaper reported from Beijing on July 16th (Reported by Yu Sinan (喻思南) and Cui Yan (崔艳)) Recently, the Institute of Biotechnology of the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences (中国农业科学院生物技术研究所), in conjunction with domestic and international research institutions, constructed the first multi-organ single-cell multi-omics atlas of rice, systematically analyzed the functions of cell types and their regulatory effects on complex traits, and predicted and mined a number of cell-type-specific trait-regulating genes, providing cell-level specific candidate targets for rice design breeding. Related research results were published in the journal *Nature*.

The roots, stems, leaves, seeds, and other organs of rice are composed of various functional cells. These cell types play an important role in rice development, yield, and resistance, but progress in their systematic identification and functional analysis has been slow. Using emerging technologies such as single-cell sequencing, systematically characterizing the cell types and states of different organs from the cellular level, and analyzing their molecular regulatory mechanisms can provide a new path for analyzing rice development and the formation of important agronomic traits. This study synchronously sequenced and deeply analyzed the RNA expression and chromatin accessibility states of more than 110,000 cells in 8 rice organs, verified 54 cell types through in situ hybridization experiments, and constructed cell-type-specific gene regulatory networks, mining a series of cell-type-specific genes. At the same time, algorithms, tools, and models such as rice single-cell level gene perturbation virtual knockout, transcription factor function prediction, and cell type prediction were developed. This research provides data, genes, and technical foundations for rice single-cell level intelligent design breeding, and opens up new avenues for crop improvement.

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2025 "Kuling Connection" China-U.S. Youth Choir Week to be Held

This newspaper reported from Beijing on July 16th (Wu Wenjing (武雯婧)) On the 16th, the closing performance of the 2025 "Kuling Connection" China-U.S. Youth Choir Week was held in Beijing (北京). With the theme of "Singing for Peace," the Choir Week opened on July 10th in Fuzhou (福州), Fujian (福建). Nearly 30 choirs and more than 1,000 young people from China and the United States gathered in China to sing the song of youth and continue the enduring story of friendship.

The Choir Week was co-sponsored by the Chinese People's Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries (中国人民对外友好协会) and the People's Government of Fujian Province (福建省人民政府). The activities included a variety of visits, performances, master classes, flash mobs, and more. During the 10-day musical and cultural dialogue, young people from China and the United States deepened their friendship and understanding, injecting vigorous youthful vitality into China-U.S. people-to-people friendship. It is reported that this event is the largest thematic China-U.S. youth exchange activity since the implementation of the "5 Years, 50,000 People" initiative.

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Low-Altitude Aircraft Wind Tunnel Put Into Use

This report Guangzhou (广州) July 16 (Reporter Jiang Xiaodan (姜晓丹)) On the 16th, a composite wind tunnel focusing on aerodynamic research of low-altitude aircraft was officially completed and put into use at the Guangdong Institute of Aerospace Science and Technology (广东空天科技研究院). The wind tunnel fills the infrastructure gap for low-altitude aircraft from laboratory research to real-world scenario verification, marking a new breakthrough in the construction of the basic scientific research platform for the low-altitude economy in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (粤港澳大湾区).

As a device for artificially controlling airflow, wind tunnels are mainly used for systematic testing of aircraft. Compared with outdoor scene testing, wind tunnel testing has the advantages of a short testing cycle and saving testing costs.

"Wind tunnel testing fixes the aircraft on the equipment and allows the airflow to move, achieving relative motion, so as to accurately measure the various technical parameters of the aircraft in flight," said Sun Liangbao (孙良宝), head of wind tunnel technology at the Guangdong Institute of Aerospace Science and Technology (广东空天科技研究院).

The wind tunnel combines the traditional aviation wind tunnel with the drone wind wall test system. It is a 4.5-meter wind tunnel for the research and testing of aerodynamic characteristics of low-altitude aircraft. It serves the design innovation, reliability and safety technology research, and testing standard system construction of low-altitude aircraft. It supports the research and verification of special aerodynamic problems of low-altitude aircraft in complex urban flight environments.

The commissioning of the wind tunnel will provide efficient and convenient "doorstep" testing services for low-altitude aircraft R&D enterprises. It only takes 3 to 4 months from coordination to completion of the experiment, which greatly reduces R&D costs and accelerates the transformation of key technologies to commercial applications.

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This edition's editors: Zhi Chunli, Cao Xuemeng, Dong Yingxue

Layout design: Cai Huawei (蔡华伟)

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Long-distance medical transfer services need improvement (Grassroots Focus)

By: 本报记者  姚雪青  叶传增  程  晨

Is someone seriously injured or experiencing a sudden illness and needs to go to the hospital? Call "120" for an ambulance. This, like calling "110" for the police or "119" for a fire, is common sense.

In recent years, China's emergency medical service network has been continuously improved in many places, winning valuable treatment time for patients and accumulating valuable experience for the development of the industry. However, it has also been found in practice that the inter-provincial and inter-city long-distance medical transportation system still needs to be improved.

Pre-hospital emergency network continues to improve, improving emergency efficiency

One evening, Teng Hua (滕华), a dispatcher at the Yunnan Provincial Emergency Center (云南省急救中心), received a call for help: an elderly person suddenly had difficulty breathing and needed emergency treatment.

"Is the elderly person conscious? Don't worry, the ambulance will be there soon." While Teng Hua (滕华) was asking about the condition, the emergency platform system on the computer had automatically locked the caller's location and sorted out the nearest standby ambulance, sending the task instructions to the vehicle performing the task. The entire process from receiving the call for help to dispatching the vehicle took only 1 minute.

Twelve minutes later, the ambulance arrived at the scene, and the emergency doctor quickly performed on-site treatment. Oxygen inhalation, measurement of vital signs, and contacting the emergency department of the receiving hospital as soon as possible to open a green channel... The patient was successfully treated.

According to statistics, in Kunming (昆明), Yunnan (云南), the average arrival time of pre-hospital emergency services in the main urban area has been shortened from 17 minutes in 2020 to 12 minutes now. Pre-hospital emergency services are racing against time, and every minute and second saved is a hope for life.

The Yunnan Provincial Emergency Center (云南省急救中心) has built a unified provincial pre-hospital emergency command and dispatch cloud platform and a "120" emergency special network, realizing the interconnection of emergency information throughout the province, effectively shortening the emergency radius and improving emergency efficiency. Liu Hao (刘浩), deputy director of the Communication and Dispatch Section of the Yunnan Provincial Emergency Center (云南省急救中心), introduced that there are currently 220 ambulances in the Kunming (昆明) area, covering nearly 8.5 million permanent residents.

Also one evening, the Nanjing Emergency Center (南京市急救中心) in Jiangsu Province (江苏省) received a call for help: a 56-year-old heart patient needed to be transferred from one hospital to another for further treatment.

Zhang Xi (张熙), deputy director of the Dispatch Section of the Nanjing Emergency Center (南京市急救中心), introduced that through the large screen of the command and dispatch center, the emergency center quickly dispatched the nearest vehicle group to the scene and sent a senior medical team with special equipment. At the same time, the "120" command and dispatch center linked with 122 to coordinate the Nanjing traffic police "Jinling Iron Cavalry" (金陵铁骑) to clear the way, ensuring that the ambulance had a green light all the way through the rush hour traffic, and safely delivered the patient to the transfer hospital in just 13 minutes.

Gao Fei (高飞), director of the Nanjing Emergency Center (南京市急救中心), introduced that Nanjing's emergency work is based on the "independent pre-hospital medical emergency type" operation model, and implements the "six unifications" of the city's pre-hospital medical emergency system, including unified planning, unified platform, and unified dispatch, which greatly improves emergency efficiency.

Insufficient supply of long-distance medical transportation services

Despite the significant achievements in improving the efficiency of emergency services, medical transportation services still face problems such as insufficient supply of long-distance transportation services.

"120" ambulances are usually managed by local emergency centers, or managed by hospitals and uniformly dispatched by emergency centers. In some places, "120" ambulances do not leave the province, and patients who need inter-provincial transportation face the problem of not being able to find a vehicle. Chen Jingyu (陈静瑜), a lung transplant expert and vice president of the Second Affiliated Hospital of the Medical College of Zhejiang University (浙江大学医学院附属第二医院), told reporters that "120" ambulances in many provinces do not provide inter-provincial or inter-city transportation services. He and his colleagues "have been calling private ambulances for many years, and several directors take the car and shake to pick up patients," and sometimes "ambulances in one city send people to the highway entrance, and ambulances in another city go to the highway entrance to meet them, and the two sides hand over patients at the highway entrance."

He said that recently, a patient from another province had respiratory failure and was maintained by extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) equipment. His family contacted Chen Jingyu's (陈静瑜) team and prepared to take the patient to Hangzhou (杭州) for a lung transplant, but was once unable to find an ambulance that could transport the patient to Zhejiang (浙江), delaying the best time for treatment. After nearly two weeks, the transfer was finally successfully completed through a private emergency transportation company.

Some private ambulances can provide inter-provincial transportation services, but they lack equipment and qualified medical staff, and cannot guarantee the patient's life safety. Chen Jingyu (陈静瑜) said that ambulances often need to use ECMO, ventilators and other equipment when transporting critically ill patients, and more than one medical staff needs to be sent, and there may be emergency situations that need to be dealt with on the way. However, because there are no relevant management regulations, he can only decide to lend the hospital equipment to the ambulance for the patient to use. The doctor's decision actually bears a lot of risk.

In long-distance medical transportation services, in addition to emergency services, there is also an objective demand for non-emergency services: some patients are not in urgent condition, but need professional medical escort for medical treatment, transfer to other hospitals, etc.; some patients have reached the discharge standard, but have not yet recovered, and need professional escort on the way home; some patients have no hope of treatment and need to "return to their roots"...

Some local explorations have accumulated experience

In fact, in long-term practice, some places have accumulated a lot of experience in long-distance medical transportation services.

In November 2024, Mr. Zhou (周先生), who was traveling in Shangri-La (香格里拉), Yunnan (云南), accidentally fell and fractured his lumbar spine. After initial treatment, Mr. Zhou (周先生) proposed to transfer back to Shanghai (上海) for treatment. The Yunnan Provincial Emergency Center (云南省急救中心) immediately arranged a vehicle and sent 1 doctor, 1 nurse and 2 drivers to accompany him.

"The charging price is transparent and reasonable. The price is clearly displayed on the ambulance, and no additional fees are charged." Mr. Zhou (周先生) said. Along the way, two drivers took turns driving, and medical staff took care of him throughout the journey, and it took only 32 hours to safely deliver the patient to the Department of Orthopedics of Shanghai Pudong Hospital (上海浦东医院).

"For those patients who are not in life-threatening condition, but need stretcher transportation or medical support during the journey, the '120' ambulance also provides professional medical equipment and trained medical staff to accompany and treat them during the transfer or discharge process." Yao Hongjun (姚红军), deputy director of the Long-distance Department of the Yunnan Provincial Emergency Center (云南省急救中心), said.

Zhu Shuyuan (朱淑媛), deputy director of the Emergency Management Section of the Nanjing Emergency Center (南京市急救中心), told reporters that in the case of long-distance inter-provincial transportation of critically ill patients, if the medical team of the receiving hospital does not arrive at the scene, it is necessary to assess the patient's condition in advance, contact the receiving medical institution, inform the other party of the patient's current condition, the special medical equipment used, and the estimated time of arrival, and ensure smooth connection throughout the process.

"The most common problems encountered in long-distance transportation are changes in the patient's condition and insufficient oxygen." Zhu Shuyuan (朱淑媛) introduced, "We generally plan the best route and calculate the oxygen we carry in advance. However, the patient's condition changes are unpredictable. It is essential to fully communicate the patient's condition with the medical team of the transferring hospital at the time of departure. At the same time, the family members will be informed of the risks of transportation and the treatment plan when the patient's condition changes, for example, if the patient's condition deteriorates during transportation, with the consent of the family members, they will be immediately sent to the nearest medical institution for emergency treatment."

Wan Dan (万丹), a doctor in the Chengnan (城南) emergency vehicle group of the Nanjing Emergency Center (南京市急救中心), once transported a critically ill patient from Nanjing (南京) to Shanghai (上海). When there was nearly an hour before arriving at the hospital, the patient suddenly suffered respiratory and cardiac arrest. The medical team in the vehicle took measures such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation in the vehicle, and according to the previously formulated emergency plan, after confirming with the family members again, they exited the highway from the nearest highway exit and sent them to the nearest hospital for further rescue.

Gao Fei (高飞) told reporters that the ambulance and the hardware such as the circuit and interface on the vehicle, as well as standardized equipment such as defibrillator monitors, ventilators, cardiopulmonary resuscitation devices, laryngoscopes, resuscitation balloons, infusion pumps, aspirators, and various stretchers, are uniformly configured and distributed. On this basis, each hospital can also make personalized additional configurations according to the actual situation (such as maternity and child, children, etc.).

The Nanjing Emergency Center (南京市急救中心) will choose vehicles with better conditions for inter-provincial transportation, and increase the oxygen cylinder cabinet modification on the basis of ordinary monitoring ambulances, and install 2 to 4 sets of oxygen interfaces to meet the oxygen supply during the transportation of critically ill patients. In addition, it is also equipped with a positioning system and an in-vehicle monitoring system to ensure that there are no blind spots in the monitoring of the driver's cab and the medical cabin. Through on-site collection and return of data, the command and dispatch center can keep track of the vehicle's driving route, location, and the status of drivers, passengers and patients at any time.

Vehicle and personnel qualifications, charging and service standards need to be standardized

Yao Hongjun (姚红军) introduced that with the increasing demand of the public for non-pre-hospital emergency services, existing resources are difficult to meet the demand. At present, the vehicle and personnel qualifications, charging and service standards of non-pre-hospital emergency transportation services need to be further standardized.

Luo Yangheng (罗扬珩), director of the Yunnan Provincial Emergency Center (云南省急救中心), suggested that the standardized construction experience of the pre-hospital emergency system can be used as a reference to open a special line for non-pre-hospital emergency transportation and integrate it with "120" emergency services. Standardize the vehicle and personnel qualifications, charging and service standards of non-pre-hospital emergency transportation ambulances to ensure the standardization and professionalization of services. By integrating resources, improve the efficiency and quality of non-pre-hospital emergency services and meet the growing needs of the public.

Chen Jingyu (陈静瑜) called for the institutionalization of long-distance medical transportation, clarifying the responsibilities of hospitals and standardizing procedures. Whether it is a "120" ambulance or a private ambulance, the fees should be clarified. Places with conditions can include medical transportation services in medical insurance, and can also encourage the development of relevant commercial insurance.

Zhu Shuyuan (朱淑媛), who has rich experience in long-distance medical transportation, put forward very specific suggestions based on practical experience. In view of the possible insufficient oxygen supply for patients with high oxygen consumption during long-distance transportation, and the fact that oxygen cylinders have different sizes and capacities, and the interfaces are not completely uniform, it is recommended to establish a city-to-city relay transportation mechanism or a cross-regional oxygen supply support system, and promote the standardization of oxygen interfaces. Some patients need high-value consumables such as automatic external defibrillator electrode pads and disposable ventilator circuits, and there are also situations where ECMO use, examination and testing fees cannot be charged according to standards. "In this case, we adhere to the principle of 'life first' and do our best to rescue at all costs." Zhu Shuyuan (朱淑媛) said, but suggested improving the charging policies for high-value consumables and related services to ensure that emergency centers, hospitals, etc. can reasonably charge fees and ensure the sustainability of emergency work.

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Why the Writings of Migrant Workers About Their Mothers Touch People's Hearts (People's Livelihood Perspective)

By: 李祉瑶

This reminds professional creators that only by rooting themselves in life can their creations have a source of vitality; it also reminds more people that life is not just about daily necessities, but also about poetry and the distance.

"The grass on the grave turns green and then yellow, yellow and then green again, just like my thoughts, which never seem to end year after year." Recently, a composition titled "My Mother," written on the spot by a sixty-year-old migrant worker, moved many netizens.

The article does not contain ornate rhetoric, only "clothes washed until faded, patched and re-patched"; it does not have a carefully designed structure, only a figure that "has never been idle in her life"; it does not have a variety of analogies, only a plain description of "she rubs her eyes and has to get up again." In an era when artificial intelligence can write gorgeous articles, how can such a composition move countless netizens?

This touching power comes from real life. In the simple words, there is a mother's tireless dedication, a son's longing that spans half a lifetime, and the emotional resonance buried deep in everyone's heart. Those words and phrases that have been repeatedly tempered by time connect the bits and pieces of memory, as if the mother is right in front of you, not mentioning love in every word, but every sentence is full of deep affection. "I have become a father and a grandfather, but I haven't called 'Mom' for more than thirty years." With just a few strokes, the author depicts his longing for his relatives across time and space after more than half of his life. This expression, rooted in the fertile soil of life and irrigated with true emotions, bursts out with a power that reaches the heart. Detailed observation, sincere emotions, and moving writing are irreplaceable by formulaic "industrial sweeteners."

This touching power comes from inner persistence. On the day he wrote the composition, the migrant worker, known as "An Laosan" (安老三), went to the labor market to wait for work, waiting from 5:30 am to more than 10:00 am, but no one hired him. Seeing someone making a video to launch a creative challenge, he accepted the challenge and wrote this "My Mother" in a small restaurant near the labor market. Perhaps life is not so easy, but he maintains his pursuit of the spiritual world. "An Laosan" (安老三), who likes Chinese, is interested in literature, and loves calligraphy, is like Liu Shili (刘诗利), a migrant worker who goes to the Beijing Xidan Bookstore (北京西单图书大厦) to read, allowing thousands of "workers" to see themselves striving to develop small hobbies in addition to their tiring work, and being moved by the pursuit of "poetry and the distance" in a hard life.

An ordinary worker, using simple words to write the stories of ordinary people, hits the softest place in the hearts of millions of people. This reminds professional creators that only by rooting themselves in life can their creations have a source of vitality; it also reminds more people that life is not just about daily necessities, but also about poetry and the distance.

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"I only had one thought at the time: I can't let him sink." (A Helping Hand)

By: 本报记者  王  者

"Save me!" On a summer morning, a hurried cry for help pierced the morning mist near Baxiandun (八仙墩) in Laoshan District (崂山区), Qingdao (青岛) City, Shandong Province (山东省).

It turned out that a tourist slipped on the shore and accidentally fell into the sea. Seeing someone fall into the water, the beach became chaotic. Many tourists shouted in panic, some took out their mobile phones to call the police, and many others took off their shirts and twisted them into ropes to prepare for rescue.

Zhang Xiaolong (张小龙), a 39-year-old active-duty naval soldier, happened to be playing on the beach with friends. Seeing that the struggling of the person who fell into the water was gradually decreasing and the situation was critical, he decided to go into the water to save him.

"Relax! Drift with the waves, grab the reef crevices!" Considering that his shoes would become heavy after being filled with water and affect the rescue, he kicked off his shoes and roared at the person who fell into the water, while rushing towards the person who fell into the water 义无反顾 (yì wú fǎn gù - "duty-bound without turning back," to do something without hesitation; to be ready to do something without turning back).

Arriving at the shore, Zhang Xiaolong (张小龙) stepped on a reef. With a "smack," he fell on the stone ridge, his knee throbbing with pain, and the waves hitting his body made him tremble. Friends on the shore shouted, "Xiaolong (小龙)! Slow down! Be careful!"

Zhang Xiaolong (张小龙) gritted his teeth and jumped into the sea, swimming towards the person who fell into the water. He grabbed the person's collar from behind with one hand and paddled with the other. He originally wanted to drag the person who fell into the water to the nearest reef, but when he approached, he found that it was covered with sharp oysters and could not be climbed. At the critical moment, 千钧一发 (qiān jūn yī fà - "a thousand jun hang by a hair," a situation of extreme peril; imminent crisis), he noticed a protruding reef to his right front, and struggled to drag the person who fell into the water to turn and swim towards it.

Three minutes later, Zhang Xiaolong (张小龙) finally dragged the person to the edge of the reef. Seeing this, the people on the shore connected three trekking poles into a 5-meter-long "rescue chain," and everyone worked together to pull the person who fell into the water ashore.

After landing, Zhang Xiaolong (张小龙) did not have time to check his bleeding knee. He knelt on the wet and cold reef to clear foreign objects from the mouth and nose of the person who fell into the water. The blood from the knee wound flowed down mixed with seawater, but he was completely unaware.

"The waves were very high. I only felt scared after watching the video," said the naval officer who has been in the army for 22 years. "But at that time, I only had one thought: I can't let him sink."

"Thank you for giving me a second life!" The rescued tourist trembled and expressed his gratitude to him after waking up.

"This is what I should do. Please rest and take care of your body," Zhang Xiaolong (张小龙) did not forget to urge. "Remember to pay attention to safety when you go to the beach in the future!"

After the incident, the Laoshan District (崂山区) Party Committee Political and Legal Committee and the Laoshan District (崂山区) Bravery Foundation immediately launched the relevant procedures for determining acts of bravery and awarded Zhang Xiaolong (张小龙) the title of "Laoshan District (崂山区) Advanced Individual for Bravery."

Now, Zhang Xiaolong (张小龙) has returned to the military camp. "Every Chinese soldier would make the same choice!" Zhang Xiaolong (张小龙) said with full confidence.

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Four Common Mistakes to Avoid When Trying to Lose Weight in Summer! (Service Window)

By: 本报记者  白真智

Approaching the dog days of summer, we are about to enter the hottest phase of the year. High summer temperatures make it easier to sweat during daily life and exercise, and appetite may decrease to varying degrees, so many people see summer as the best time to lose weight. Is summer really suitable for weight loss? What misconceptions might exist? How can you use summer to lose weight healthily? The reporter interviewed Jia Kai (贾凯), director of the Nutrition Department of Beijing Chaoyang Hospital (北京朝阳医院).

Jia Kai (贾凯) introduced that weight loss is a planned behavior that requires long-term adherence and should not be limited to a single season. Weight loss that is like "three days of fishing and two days of drying nets" (三天打鱼两天晒网 (sān tiān dǎ yú liǎng tiān shài wǎng - "three days fishing two days sun net," intermittent effort)) will cause rebound, and when weight decreases, muscle and fat are reduced simultaneously. When rebounding, almost all of the increase is fat. After several fluctuations, the body fat percentage will become higher and higher, posing a greater threat to health.

Regarding summer weight loss, there are some popular sayings on the Internet. The reporter also asked Jia Kai (贾凯) to verify whether these sayings are correct.

Many people believe that sweating can help with weight loss, so they choose to exercise during the high temperatures of summer. In response, Jia Kai (贾凯) introduced that sweat is almost entirely water, and weight will return to its original state after drinking water. Moreover, failing to replenish water and electrolytes in time after sweating a lot can lead to heatstroke or even heatstroke; drinking a lot of water after sweating a lot will increase the burden on the gastrointestinal tract and heart, which is very detrimental to health. Jia Kai (贾凯) believes that appropriate sweating is one of the ways to maintain health. You can walk or jog outdoors in the early morning or evening when the temperature is relatively low in summer, or you can choose some ball sports. At the same time, pay attention to replenishing water in time, and drink light salt water if necessary. Do not enter a very cold air-conditioned environment when the sweat on your body has not subsided to prevent colds.

Regarding the saying "eating fruit to lose weight," Jia Kai (贾凯) believes that fruits are rich in vitamins and dietary fiber and have relatively low calories, which can indeed help with weight loss, but fruits cannot completely replace regular meals. Jia Kai (贾凯) reminded that fruits have very little protein content and cannot meet the body's needs. At the same time, many fruits are rich in fructose, and eating a lot of them will affect sugar metabolism and even lipid metabolism, which will harm health. The first thing to pay attention to when eating fruit is total control, 200-350 grams per day, which is about the size of a medium apple; the second is that it cannot replace regular meals, but can be placed between meals as a snack or eaten before meals to reduce the intake of regular meals; the third is to pay attention to the choice of types. People with weight loss needs can choose low-calorie, high-dietary fiber fruits, such as berries or citrus fruits, and avoid fruits with high calories and high sugar content.

Many people believe that staple foods are the culprit of obesity and will reduce their intake of staple foods when losing weight. In response, Jia Kai (贾凯) introduced that staple foods mainly provide carbohydrates, which are broken down and absorbed in the form of glucose, which is the main source of energy needed by our body. Controlling staple foods can reduce energy intake and help with weight loss. However, some important organs and tissues in our body must rely on glucose to provide energy. If the intake of staple foods is too small or staple foods are cut off for a long time, the body needs to convert protein and fat into glucose, which will increase the metabolic burden. When losing weight, you can moderately eat more high-quality high-protein foods, such as lean meat, skim milk, eggs, and soy products, and increase high-dietary fiber foods such as coarse grains, vegetables, and fruits. Strictly limit fat and refined sugar, and eat 3-4 meals a day, trying to ensure that each meal has staple foods and protein. The recommended staple food intake is no less than 150 grams/day (dry weight), of which half should be coarse grains and potatoes.

Some foods are rumored on the Internet to be "negative calorie foods," believing that the calories consumed when these foods are digested are higher than the calories provided by the foods themselves, such as celery and cucumber. In response, Jia Kai (贾凯) said that no real "negative calorie foods" have been found so far. Celery and cucumber have the characteristics of low calories and high dietary fiber, and are very good choices for weight loss, but it should be noted that these foods are not nutritionally complete and cannot be used as a single food source, nor can they replace regular meals.

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A Messenger of Light and Shadow (A Heartwarming Photo Album)

Zhou Xuesong (周雪松), who is 62 years old this year, has been interested in movies since he was a child. After joining the army, he systematically studied projection, film rewinding, and film inspection, achieving excellent results in projectionist assessments and technical competitions.

Starting in 2003, he carried traditional film movies into enterprises, rural areas, and schools, screening red-themed movies free of charge and carrying out patriotic education.

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Editor in charge of this edition: Cheng Chen, Bai Zhenzhi, Lu Fanbing

Layout Design: Zhang Danfeng (张丹峰)

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Improve and innovate social governance

"Research on Improving and Innovating Social Governance"

Xu Lingyi (徐令义), Director of the Committee on Social and Legal Affairs of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (全国政协)

Since the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China, the Party Central Committee with Comrade Xi Jinping (习近平) at its core, focusing on long-term national stability and people's well-being, has continuously improved the social governance system and strengthened the construction of a Peaceful China (平安中国) at a higher level. China's social security and stability have continued to improve, writing a new chapter in the "two miracles" of rapid economic development and long-term social stability.

During our research, we found that China's economy and society are currently in a period of accelerated transformation, with an increase in various foreseeable and unforeseeable risk factors, and the difficulty of social governance is also increasing.

The members unanimously believe that improving and innovating social governance must implement the special arrangements made by the Third Plenary Session of the 20th CPC Central Committee for improving the social governance system, especially transforming the Party's political advantages and close ties with the masses into a powerful effect of social governance; we must unswervingly implement the overall national security concept and continuously consolidate the social foundation for building a Peaceful China; we must always take safeguarding and improving people's livelihood as the starting point and foothold for promoting social governance, and make the people the broad participants and greatest beneficiaries of social governance. To this end, the following recommendations are made:

Make good use of the diversified prevention and resolution mechanism for social conflicts and disputes, based on the grassroots level, implement the experience summary and practical requirements of prioritizing prevention, prioritizing mediation, applying the rule of law, and resolving conflicts locally; give full play to the normative and guaranteeing role of the rule of law in social governance, implement the requirements of the rule of law in all levels and fields of social governance, and promote scientific legislation, strict law enforcement, impartial justice, and universal law-abiding; build a good grassroots foundation for social governance, sink more resources, funds, services, and management to the grassroots level, and promote the experience and practices such as "street and township blowing the whistle, departments reporting"; build a social governance pattern of joint construction, joint governance, and shared benefits, stimulate the endogenous power of social organizations, residents, enterprises, and other entities, and maximize the effectiveness of social governance in which everyone has a share, everyone is responsible, and everyone benefits.

Improving the Diversified Resolution Mechanism for Social Conflicts and Disputes

Lu Xi (卢希), Member of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (全国政协)

In order to adapt to the new requirements of the modernization of the national governance system and governance capabilities, the concepts, means, methods, and paths for resolving social conflicts need to be further transformed and upgraded. To this end, the following recommendations are made:

Transform the concept: from "grassroots control" to "top-level prevention." Preventing and resolving social conflicts should take solving people's livelihood problems as a breakthrough and try to bridge the gap between the needs of the masses and the actual supply. Increase investment in people's livelihood, enhance service awareness, optimize the supply of basic public services such as employment, education, and social security, and sink more resources, services, and guarantees to the grassroots level to truly achieve fairness, balance, inclusiveness, and accessibility.

Innovate means: from "traditional management" to "digital intelligent governance." Under the catalytic effect of online public opinion, the speed at which conflicts evolve into risks or even crises is accelerating, and traditional governance methods are difficult to adapt to the new situation. We must strengthen "intelligent governance" and let "data run errands." Improve the functions and modules of the information platform to ensure that the data is accurate, complete, and up-to-date. Improve the long-term mechanism for managing the online ecosystem and enhance the ability and level of public opinion response.

Adjust the method: from "shallow integration" to "deep integration." Improve the collaborative mediation mechanism for cross-departmental and cross-regional conflicts and disputes, especially the mechanism for connecting litigation and mediation, police and mediation, and visits and mediation, clarify responsibilities, and consolidate responsibilities. Streamline the hierarchical and progressive "funnel-shaped" conflict and dispute filtering system, and truly put the non-litigation dispute resolution mechanism in front to alleviate the pressure on judicial resources.

Optimize the path: from "power-led" to "rule of law-led." The rule of law and standardization are the long-term solution. We must improve legislation in the field of social governance, accelerate the formulation and improvement of relevant laws and regulations to promote the diversified resolution of social conflicts and disputes, and encourage various regions to improve relevant local legislation in accordance with local conditions.

Deeply Promote Comprehensive Social Management of Public Security

Bai Shaokang (白少康), Member of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (全国政协)

To ensure the steady and long-term development of Chinese-style modernization, it is necessary to raise the construction of a Peaceful China (平安中国) to a higher level. In the face of the development and changes in the situation and tasks, it is necessary to use the method of "technology + mass line" to consolidate the grassroots foundation, effectively take the standardized construction of comprehensive management centers as the traction, comprehensively improve the effectiveness of comprehensive social management of public security, and strive to promote the construction of a Peaceful China at a higher level. It is recommended to:

Strengthen the empowerment of science, technology, and information. We must continue to strengthen the integrated application of science, technology, and information, strengthen the construction of online and offline integrated platforms, explore and optimize the artificial intelligence investigation and real-time monitoring mechanism, and improve the intelligent level of comprehensive social management of public security.

Unswervingly follow the mass line. Actively explore new ways of socializing and massifying comprehensive social management of public security, and improve the ability to work with the masses under the new situation. Adhere to the combination of specialized and mass efforts, give full play to the functional role of relevant departments, deepen the work of joint prevention and control by the masses, promote the formation of a joint force of joint management, and promote the implementation of various measures for comprehensive social management of public security.

Vigorously consolidate the grassroots foundation. Promote the formation of an overall synergy for diversified resolution of conflicts and disputes. By building a three-dimensional social security prevention and control system, strengthening human, physical, and technical defense construction, strengthening the construction of grassroots specialized forces and the service management of key groups, eliminate security risks from the source.

Adhere to and Develop the "Fengqiao Experience" (枫桥经验) in the New Era

Zhang Jinying (张金英), Member of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (全国政协)

To adhere to and develop the "Fengqiao Experience" (枫桥经验) in the new era, it is necessary to adapt to new changes and provide new solutions. It is recommended to:

Build a new platform and use systematic thinking to resolve disputes at different levels. The community carefully investigates information at the front end, registers and classifies the people and things involved in the dispute, and coordinates resources and forces to help resolve the dispute in its infancy; for disputes with clear facts and little controversy, the administrative coordination, arbitration mediation, and commercial mediation forces stationed in the comprehensive management center will resolve them in the middle end; for disputes that cannot be resolved by the comprehensive management center, orderly guide them to the court for backend litigation.

Establish a new mechanism to promote the precise connection of governance resources. Through research, we feel that it is necessary to actively learn from and promote the Beijing (北京市) 12345 acceptance and handling work model, implement the "dispute resolution work order" full-cycle management mechanism, optimize the "demand-resource" matching, and extend the acceptance and handling model to conflict resolution.

Rely on new media to help mainstream culture penetrate people's hearts. Innovatively create a series of short video brands to publicize the cultural foundation of the "Fengqiao Experience" (枫桥经验), the realistic advantages of prior mediation, and the available resources for diversified dispute resolution.

Promote the High-Quality Development of Letters and Visits Work in Improving the Social Governance Pattern

Li Lianxiang (李连祥), Member of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (全国政协)

The role of letters and visits work in social governance needs to be further developed. To this end, the following recommendations are made:

Grasp the correct political direction and solidly promote the legal process of letters and visits work. Strengthen the handling of letters and visits issues in accordance with laws and regulations, earnestly resolve legitimate and reasonable demands, and let petitioners feel social fairness and justice in the handling of each letter and visit matter. Further strengthen the guidance of the rule of law, and handle illegal acts in letters and visits work and letters and visits activities in accordance with the law by improving notification, supervision, and assessment work.

Focus on mechanism innovation and continuously promote the integration of letters and visits work into the overall situation of social work. Integrate judicial mediation, industry associations, new social organizations, grid services, and other forces. Broaden the institutionalized channels for social forces such as legal experts, people's mediators, and psychological counselors to participate in letters and visits work.

Strengthen source governance and continuously improve the effectiveness of grassroots conflict resolution. Give play to the advantages of grassroots grid management, comprehensively use economic, administrative, legal, and other means, and take methods such as consultation, mediation, guidance, assistance, and rescue to solve problems before letters and visits, in the grid, and within the jurisdiction.

Strengthen Risk Source Prevention and Control to Strictly Prevent Extreme Cases

Zhao Changhua (赵昌华), Member of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (全国政协)

At present, China's overall social situation is continuously stable, but there are still shortcomings in the basic work of conflict resolution and risk prevention. It is recommended to:

Conduct a comprehensive investigation to ensure that conflicts and disputes are "discovered" at the first time. Strengthen the coordination and linkage between grassroots party committees and governments and comprehensive management, public security, judicial, social work, and other departments, and gradually realize the horizontal connection, vertical connection, and full aggregation of conflict and dispute and social security data within the province, forming a powerful synergy of joint management by various departments.

Mediate in a timely manner to ensure that conflicts and disputes are "controlled" at the first time. Do the work of the parties with heart and affection, strengthen legal interpretation and reasoning, psychological counseling, and assistance to the needy, focus on tackling key conflicts and disputes, and promote the substantive resolution of conflicts and disputes.

Implement responsibilities to ensure that conflicts and disputes are "reported" at the first time. Strengthen public opinion guidance on major cases and release authoritative information in a timely, accurate, and appropriate manner.

Mobilize the masses to ensure that conflicts and disputes are "handled well" at the first time. Cultivate teams such as grid members, information officers, and building unit leaders to make risk prevention and control rooted in the people.

Improve the Social Psychological Service System and Crisis Intervention Mechanism

Jiang Yi (蒋毅), Member of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (全国政协)

Social psychological services and crisis intervention are an arduous and complex systematic project. It is recommended to focus on the four key tasks of mechanism, scientific research, education, and talent, following the idea of social governance protection as the main focus and professional and precise intervention as the auxiliary, and apply psychological laws throughout all fields and dimensions of social governance.

In terms of working mechanism, continuously improve and perfect the normalized collaborative mechanism of party committee leadership, government leadership, social collaboration, professional support, and public participation.

In terms of scientific research investment, coordinate the forces of science and technology, economy, education, health, and other relevant departments to strengthen the exploration and technological research and development of social psychological laws targeting China's system, culture, and economic characteristics.

In terms of education and publicity, integrate the dissemination of psychological science knowledge into the national ideological and political platform and educational practices at all stages, and expand the focus of publicity from "individual mental health" to "social mentality shaping."

In terms of talent cultivation, cultivate two types of teams: "professional + integrated." Professional talents are cultivated and assessed by colleges and universities and health departments, and effectively transformed into emergency backbones during crisis disposal.

Reconstruct the Governance Paradigm with the Rule of Law Thinking and Activate the Governance Effectiveness with the Rule of Law Method

Ma Huaide (马怀德), Member of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (全国政协)

At present, China's social governance is undergoing a profound transformation from "experience governance" to "rule of law governance." It is necessary to calibrate the direction of governance with the rule of law thinking and break through practical bottlenecks with the rule of law method.

The rule of law thinking is the value coordinate for calibrating social governance. The rule of law thinking is not only a simple application of legal provisions, but also a deep integration of the rule of law concepts such as fairness and justice, procedural norms, and unity of rights and responsibilities into the entire process of social governance.

The rule of law method is the key path to solving governance problems. In terms of resolving conflicts and disputes, we must adhere to mediation first, reconsideration as the main method, litigation as the final method, procuratorial supervision, transfer of letters and visits, and the rule of law as the key; we must strictly distinguish between legal means and administrative means, and adhere to the use of legal means to resolve grassroots conflicts and disputes.

Institutional supply is the breakthrough direction for the rule of law to empower digital governance. Strengthen the supply of legal systems in the field of digital governance and build a "rule of law + technology" dual-drive system.

Strengthen Party Building in New Economic Organizations, New Social Organizations, and New Employment Groups

Ma Junsheng (马军胜), Member of the Standing Committee of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (全国政协)

Party building in the fields of new economic organizations, new social organizations, and new employment groups (hereinafter referred to as "three new") faces new challenges in terms of organizational form, development model, and work content at the overall level. It is recommended to:

Focus on overall planning and improve the working mechanism. Comprehensively build a working pattern of combining vertical and horizontal, connecting up and down, and integrating linkage with the joint participation of local party committees, management departments, enterprise entities, and grassroots organizations.

Focus on laying the foundation and continue to expand the "two coverage." Promote the coverage of party organizations by means of separate establishment, regional joint establishment, and industry unified establishment, and quickly complete the organizational construction of key industries such as express delivery, food delivery, freight, and e-commerce live broadcasting, and steadily promote the construction of mass organizations.

Focus on warming people's hearts and deepen and solidify service management. Proceeding from the perspective of standing firm on the people's position, solve problems, do practical things, and do good deeds for new employment groups. Promote the construction of harmonious labor relations and safeguard the legitimate rights and interests of employees. Smooth channels for expressing demands, improve the consultation mechanism for major issues, strengthen the construction of new employment group-friendly scenarios, and take multiple measures to promote the solution of urgent, difficult, and worrying problems for new employment groups.

Improve the Refined Level of Social Governance in Megacities

Li Yong (黎勇), Member of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (全国政协)

Megacity governance is a world-class problem. Looking at the governance practices of various megacities, there are still some problems that need to be solved. It is recommended to:

Highlight "intelligent governance of big cities" and comprehensively promote the construction of safe and resilient cities. Build an intelligent platform covering the city, districts and counties, and street towns, build digital twin systems such as gas pipelines and water supply and drainage, strengthen intelligent governance of geological disasters and fires, and strengthen the construction of a city-wide early warning and emergency system.

Highlight "refined governance of big cities" and strive to promote the efficient supply of urban public services. Focus on the problems of mass travel, parking, medical treatment, etc., and improve public transportation and green travel networks.

Highlight "comprehensive governance of big cities" and deepen the "big comprehensive integrated" administrative law enforcement reform. Build a multi-span collaborative integrated command and dispatch system for administrative law enforcement, strengthen the overall planning of comprehensive administrative law enforcement teams such as urban management and market supervision, manage law enforcement matters in a list-based manner, and form a new pattern of administrative law enforcement with clear functions, efficient law enforcement, and digital empowerment.

Highlight "co-governance of big cities" and improve the diversified participation grassroots governance system. Integrate the forces of community workers, new employment groups, etc., improve the list of duties of town streets, village communities, and community personnel, and form a diversified co-governance synergy.

Strengthen and Improve Rural Governance and Continuously Improve the Level of Good Rural Governance

Zheng Jun (郑军), Member of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (全国政协)

The countryside is the foundation of China's social stability and tranquility, and achieving effective rural governance is also an important part of the comprehensive revitalization of the countryside. To this end, the following recommendations are made:

Optimize the strengthening and empowering project to forge the main backbone of rural governance. Establish characteristic party groups in cooperatives, rural sages councils, etc. Party building integrates "the rule of law" to form a "legal advisor + party member mediator" team; party building promotes "moral governance" to establish "village rules and regulations" and "civilization points bank."

Optimize the collaborative governance mechanism to build a concentric circle of rural governance. Give full play to the backbone and leading role of members of the village committees, and establish a rural collaborative governance mechanism. Fully absorb the active participation of various rural grassroots organizations and villagers, encourage leading enterprises to establish party organizations, "enterprise-village pairing" assistance; stimulate the leading role of party member rural sages.

Optimize digital network standards to create a digital governance cloud platform. Consolidate the digital base and vigorously implement the "Rural New Infrastructure Acceleration Project" to tilt towards remote areas. Build a basic database of "population, land, industry, and ecology" to achieve "one network management of the entire domain."

Optimize the collective economic model to stimulate new vitality in rural governance. Accelerate the implementation of the Rural Collective Economic Organization Law and formulate and revise relevant normative supporting documents as soon as possible.

Strengthen Grassroots Democratic Consultation and Stimulate Mass Autonomy Vitality

Zhang Junping (张军萍), Member of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (全国政协)

The grassroots level is the "last mile" of social governance, and grassroots democratic consultation and mass autonomy are like a "golden key" that can effectively solve grassroots governance problems. It is recommended to:

Strengthen party building leadership and consolidate the foundation of grassroots governance. We must give full play to the political and organizational advantages of grassroots party organizations, take grid-based governance as the foundation, scientifically divide multi-level grids, establish a joint meeting system led by community party organizations, and regularly convene all parties to jointly discuss important community issues.
Encourage grassroots levels to solve governance problems through autonomous consultation. Nowadays, many residential communities generally face the problem of parking difficulties, with insufficient parking spaces and restrictions on space renovation due to relevant regulations. It is recommended that relevant departments study and introduce policies to encourage communities to adjust planning for green areas, etc., through autonomous consultation to solve the problem of parking difficulties to the greatest extent.

Focus on team building and enhance governance professional capabilities. On the one hand, we must focus on improving the professional capabilities of community workers, regularly organize business training, and invite experts, scholars, and outstanding community workers to give on-site lectures. On the other hand, we must continue to expand and cultivate the community's autonomous team, widely recruit community autonomous talents through various means such as community publicity and volunteer service activities, and pay special attention to guiding youth forces to participate in it, cultivating residents from "bystanders" to "participants" and then to the role transformation of "family members," so that they truly become the backbone of community governance.

Strengthen the Construction of Comprehensive Network Governance Capabilities and Effectively Safeguard Network Ecological Security

Zhao Zeliang (赵泽良), Member of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (全国政协委员)

In today's Internet era, comprehensive network governance has become an important part of social governance. Suggestions:

Establish an automatic reporting system for platform public opinion information, and enhance discovery capabilities through active reporting. The key to comprehensive network governance is to enhance capabilities, especially the discovery of false and harmful network information and organized network information manipulation, the regulation and control of information dissemination, and the blocking of information manipulation.

Build a network public opinion situation awareness and regulation system to achieve the upgrade from "people staring at the screen" to "machines staring at the network." Build a unified national network public opinion analysis center and supporting infrastructure; make full use of big data, large models, etc., to perform real-time calculation and analysis, and timely grasp and predict national public opinion hotspots.

Combine ex-post punishment with in-process regulation and control to reduce management costs and prevent security risks. For non-compliant platforms, not only should there be ex-post administrative penalties, but also pre-event guidance and timely in-process regulation and control must be strengthened. At the same time, the Supreme People's Court (最高人民法院) and the Supreme People's Procuratorate (最高人民检察院) and public security organs should continue to increase the punishment of online violence, internet water armies, and online fraud, and use the power of the rule of law to promote the creation of a clear online space.

Improve the Construction of the Volunteer Service System and Inject New Momentum into Grassroots Governance

Wang Ping (王平), Member of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (全国政协委员)

Strengthening the construction of the volunteer service system is conducive to stimulating social vitality, promoting traditional virtues, and helping to build a social governance pattern of co-construction, co-governance, and sharing. Suggestions:

Strengthen spiritual incentives and consolidate the foundation of motivation. Continuously strengthen spiritual incentives for volunteer services by vigorously carrying out commendations for volunteer services at all levels, publicizing touching deeds of volunteer services, and cultivating volunteer culture.

Improve supply and demand matching and enhance service effectiveness. At present, there is an imbalance between supply and demand in different fields of volunteer service. The leading departments and undertaking institutions in different fields of volunteer service should be clarified, the supply and demand situation should be clarified, and a docking platform should be built.

Optimize institutional supply and gather vitality and synergy. The revision of the "Volunteer Service Regulations" should be launched as soon as possible, and the formulation of the Volunteer Service Law should be promoted. The revision and legislation work should focus on strengthening the self-management mechanism of the volunteer team under the leadership of Party building, stimulating the vitality of the volunteer team, and at the same time, clearly stipulating the service standards, support measures, and guarantee mechanisms for volunteers to carry out volunteer services.

Strengthen the Construction of Grassroots Emergency Management Capabilities

Ma Baocheng (马宝成), Member of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (全国政协委员)

Further improve the emergency management capabilities at the grassroots level to ensure people's safety with high-level grassroots emergency management. Suggestions:

Optimize the system and mechanism, and build a large safety and emergency system with clear division of labor, information sharing, and efficient operation. Strengthen the normalized joint meeting mechanism, improve the professional quality of the grassroots emergency management team in the fields of production safety and natural disasters, and ensure that various emergency information is communicated between multiple departments.

Take multiple measures and implement comprehensive policies to continuously strengthen grassroots emergency forces. Create conditions to carry out normalized safety and emergency training to continuously improve the professional level of the grassroots emergency management team.

Strengthen grassroots emergency plan management and emergency drills to promote the proceduralization and facilitation of grassroots emergency management work. Widely promote manual-style emergency plans, simplify plan texts, simplify plan processes, and improve the operability of plans.

Improve public safety awareness and self-rescue and mutual rescue capabilities, and effectively promote safety and emergency knowledge into society, schools, enterprises, rural areas, families, government agencies, and websites.

Empower the Modernization of Social Governance with Digital Technology

Ding Guanghong (丁光宏), Member of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (全国政协委员)

As the core driving force of a new round of technological revolution and industrial transformation, digital technology is profoundly changing the concepts, mechanisms, and methods of social governance. Suggestions:

Give play to the leading role of government top-level design and build a governance ecosystem that organically combines an active government and an effective market. On the one hand, realize the qualitative change from "business dataization" to "data businessization" and promote the deep integration of digital technology and social governance. On the other hand, activate the participation momentum of enterprises with institutional innovation and guide technology companies to transform technological advantages into governance effectiveness.

Promote the collaborative governance of multiple subjects and stimulate the innovation vitality and system effectiveness of the social governance community. Give full play to the unique advantages of social organizations in connecting the government and the public, providing professional services, and participating in grassroots consultation.

Strengthen the construction of digital infrastructure. Vigorously develop the industrial Internet and the Internet of Things, deploy a sensing network system covering urban and rural areas, and realize real-time perception of urban operation status, natural environment changes, and social security situation.

Deepen the Reform of Industry Associations and Chambers of Commerce

Han Baojiang (韩保江), Member of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (全国政协委员)

Industry associations and chambers of commerce play an important role in promoting the modernization of the national governance system and governance capabilities. Suggestions:

Strengthen Party building leadership and internal governance optimization. Achieve full coverage of Party organizations through flexible forms such as "separate construction + joint construction" and "entity + function," promote "two-way entry" of management and Party organizations, and enhance decision-making democracy.

Deepen decoupling and promote open and transparent operation. Prohibit concurrent positions for civil servants, strengthen corporate autonomy, and avoid associations relying on administrative resources to monopolize services and force income and hidden wealth accumulation. Stimulate vitality through purchasing services and competitive projects.

Vigorously improve the level of legalization of supervision. Clarify the list of powers and responsibilities of industry associations, improve institutional norms for emerging fields (such as cross-border e-commerce and the digital economy), formulate guidelines for compliant fees, and prohibit mandatory service fees. Improve the exit mechanism and carry out centralized cleanups.

Strengthen service capabilities. Establish a normalized and institutionalized communication channel with government departments, systematically collect, sort out, and reflect industry demands and policy recommendations, and improve the effectiveness and influence of policy advocacy. Actively organize high-quality industry exhibitions, forums, matchmaking meetings, and procurement meetings to promote collaborative cooperation between upstream and downstream of the industrial chain, industry-university-research, and application.

Better Play the Role of Family Education and Family Style Construction in Grassroots Governance

Wang Fang (王芳), Member of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (全国政协委员)

The family is the smallest unit of society, the basic cell of society, and an important foundation for national development, national progress, and social harmony. Suggestions:

Build a "full-chain" family service mechanism to consolidate the foundation of grassroots governance. Build a "Smart Home +" online platform to link data resources from the political and legal system, social work department, mass organizations, etc., and build an intelligent family service and risk early warning system.

Build a "three-dimensional linkage" home-school-community promotion mechanism to activate the effectiveness of grassroots governance subjects. Upgrade home-school-community collaboration, promote a linkage model led by schools, responsible families, and supported by society, and promote family virtues into grassroots governance norms.

Build a "four-heart co-promotion" family style construction mechanism to cultivate the cultural foundation of grassroots governance. Carry out craftsmanship family style inheritance actions, set up traditional festivals and intangible cultural heritage family workshops, and create "family art and family style" demonstration bases.

Improve the work guarantee mechanism. Incorporate family education guidance services into the basic public service system of urban and rural communities and integrate them into community planning and construction. Relevant departments improve the social organization incubation mechanism, effectively give play to the strength and advantages of different subjects, and maximize the effectiveness of grassroots governance.

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Summer sports require attention to detail (Fitness Vision · Service Station)

The Little Heat (小暑) has passed, and the temperature is rising steadily, with some areas exceeding 40 degrees Celsius, entering "barbecue" mode. The "Fitness Vision·Service Station" column launches a special summer plan, focusing on sports suitable for summer such as swimming, mountaineering, and cycling, to help everyone gain health and happiness in the hot summer.

——Editor

How to Reduce the Impact of High Temperatures?

By Zeng Huafeng (曾华锋), reporter of this newspaper

What should you pay attention to when exercising in summer?

Avoid high temperatures and choose cool periods. Try to exercise in the morning or evening, avoiding the strong sunlight during noon and afternoon. Pay attention to humidity. High humidity makes the body feel hotter and can easily cause heatstroke. Special groups such as patients with cardiovascular and respiratory diseases or those with poor physical fitness should consult a doctor before making an exercise plan. Children and the elderly need to avoid high-temperature exercise and should choose well-ventilated places for activities.

Adjust the intensity and change the exercise method. When the body is in a high-temperature environment, the heart rate is faster, so the exercise time should be appropriately reduced, the speed should be reduced, and low-impact projects such as yoga and swimming should be selected. For example, swimming, the thermal conductivity of water is more than 20 times that of air, which can quickly take away body heat; diving, the temperature 5 meters underwater is 3-5 degrees Celsius lower than the surface; mountaineering, the temperature drops by about 6 degrees Celsius for every 1000 meters of altitude increase; cycling on tree-lined roads, a wind speed of more than 20 kilometers per hour can form a self-cooling airflow. When there is a high-temperature warning, you can choose gyms, swimming pools, and home training, and choose indoor sports such as playing ball, rock climbing, fitness, and yoga, or exercise in the shade of trees or in the mountains to reduce sun exposure.

Wear breathable clothing and take sun protection measures. You can choose light-colored, loose, quick-drying sportswear or other breathable clothing to help dissipate heat. Take sun protection measures, such as wearing a breathable sun hat, applying waterproof sunscreen, and wearing sports sunglasses if necessary.

Prevent heatstroke and seek medical attention if necessary. If you experience symptoms such as dizziness, nausea, muscle cramps, excessive sweating or no sweating, or confusion, you should stop exercising immediately, move to a cool place, and use a wet towel to cool down, and seek medical attention if necessary.

Exercise recovery, avoid taking cold showers. Do not stop suddenly after exercise, you can walk slowly for 5 to 10 minutes to avoid sudden stillness causing physical discomfort. Master some cooling techniques, rinse your wrists, neck, and feet with cool water, but avoid direct ice packs or cold showers, which can easily cause blood vessel contraction.

When exercising in summer, always remember to "listen to your body's signals." Safety is more important than persistence. Choosing rest or indoor activities at the right time can maintain health continuously.

How to Match the Diet?

Zuo Xiaoxia (左小霞)

When exercising in hot weather, you should not only do what you can, but also pay attention to a scientific diet.

Hydrate in Small Amounts and Frequently, Preferably Warm Not Cold

In summer, exercise causes a lot of sweating, and hydration needs to follow the principle of "small amounts and frequently." The amount of water each time should be controlled at about 200 ml, sipping slowly, which can relieve thirst and allow the body to absorb and utilize it calmly, avoiding a large amount of water at one time increasing the burden on the kidneys. In addition, the water temperature should be at room temperature or warm, and avoid drinking ice water to stimulate the stomach.

Supplement Electrolytes Appropriately

After a lot of sweating, the body loses sodium and potassium, which may lead to muscle cramps, fatigue, and even electrolyte disorders. While drinking water, you need to supplement some electrolytes appropriately. You can choose regular sports drinks on the market that contain scientifically formulated sodium, potassium, and other electrolytes and appropriate amounts of sugar. Pay attention to the ingredient list when choosing, and avoid high-sugar products. You can also make your own safe and low-sugar electrolyte water: add a trace amount of salt, a little sugar, lemon slices or orange slices to warm water, which can supplement sodium and potassium and also contain vitamin C. You can also supplement it through high-potassium foods, such as bananas, oranges, tomatoes, and green leafy vegetables.

Energy Supplement, Prefer Slow-Release Carbohydrates

When the exercise time lasts for more than 60 minutes or the intensity is high, it is necessary to replenish energy in time, and carbohydrates are the basic choice for energy. When choosing carbohydrates, avoid refined sugar and high-sweet pastries. Although they can bring short-term sweetness, they can easily cause drastic fluctuations in blood sugar. The first choice is low-glycemic index carbohydrates such as whole wheat bread and multigrain porridge. These foods are digested and absorbed slowly, which can continuously deliver energy to muscles and the brain, stabilize exercise endurance, and effectively avoid dizziness and fatigue caused by a sudden drop in blood sugar after exercise.

Supplementing Protein Should Also Avoid Greasiness

If you want to relieve fatigue and maintain muscle mass after exercise, it is recommended to consume sufficient high-quality protein. In summer, you can choose high-quality proteins such as chicken breast, boiled shrimp, and boiled tofu, which are not easy to feel greasy; in addition, it is also recommended to use chicken breast, shrimp, nuts, and vegetables to make light food salads, you can use yogurt instead of salad dressing to increase protein and reduce fat, or add apples, pears, and other fruits to improve taste and satiety, while also supplementing dietary fiber, vitamins, minerals, etc., making nutrition more balanced.

Three Major Dietary Taboos for Summer Exercise

Avoid High Oil and High Sugar: Fried foods, cream cakes, high-sugar drinks, etc., are not only high in calories, but also require the body to consume a lot of energy to metabolize and digest, offsetting the health benefits of exercise, and increasing the burden on the cardiovascular and metabolic systems.

Avoid Strong Tea and Coffee: The caffeine in tea and coffee has a diuretic effect, which will accelerate the body's water excretion. Drinking it after exercise when you urgently need to replenish water will aggravate the body's dehydration.

Avoid Exercising on an Empty Stomach or Overeating: Exercising completely on an empty stomach can easily cause hypoglycemia and physical exhaustion; when exercise has just ended, a large amount of blood is still concentrated in the muscles, and gastrointestinal function is relatively weak. Eating and drinking a lot immediately, especially ingesting difficult-to-digest foods, can easily cause abdominal distension, abdominal pain, and even vomiting. It is best to eat moderately 1 hour before and after exercise to avoid gastrointestinal discomfort.

(The author is the director of the Department of Nutrition of the Eighth Medical Center of the People's Liberation Army General Hospital. Reporter Shi Mengzhu (石梦竹) of Health Times interviewed and compiled the information.)

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A Race Ignites a City

By: 本报记者  王欣悦

"Good shot!" Cheers echoed from the "Sports Instructors Are Here" event at the Huaxi LIVE·Yudong Venue Basketball Park (华熙LIVE·鱼洞场馆篮球公园) in Banan District (巴南区), Chongqing (重庆). Citizens swung their paddles at the table tennis tables, and the audience cheered.

At the scene, nine sports instructors demonstrated correct movements and corrected common mistakes for the public. They all stood out from the "Village Kick-Kick" Ball King Competition of the Citizens' Games.

Since last year, Banan District (巴南区) has taken the opportunity of hosting the World Table Tennis (WTT) Chongqing Champions (世界乒乓球职业大联盟（WTT）重庆冠军赛) to carry out the "Village Kick-Kick" Ball King Competition. The event covered 23 towns and streets in the district, with more than 5,000 participants. Some players also had exchanges with members of the national table tennis team, which ignited the enthusiasm of citizens to participate in physical exercise.

Various mass sports events are often staged at the Yudong Venue (鱼洞场馆). There is a gymnasium that can accommodate 16,000 spectators, as well as supporting facilities such as a stadium and a basketball park. "The Yudong Venue (鱼洞场馆) has a high level of technology and can achieve rapid conversion between ice rinks and courts within 6 hours," said Wen Wen (文雯), General Manager of the Culture, Sports and Entertainment Operation Management Department of Huaxi Group (华熙集团) and General Manager of Chongqing Culture and Sports. It has hosted international events such as the WTT Chongqing Champions (WTT重庆冠军赛) and the China Cup World Figure Skating Grand Prix (中国杯世界花样滑冰大奖赛), and has rich experience in hosting events.

"We are vigorously introducing and cultivating high-level sports events to attract traffic through competitions and promote flow through competitions," said Wu Xian (吴仙), Director of the Banan District (巴南区) Sports Bureau.

Shop owners have a deep understanding of this diversion effect. "During this year's WTT Chongqing Champions (WTT重庆冠军赛), the store kept flipping tables, and people started queuing up before 8 am," said Dong Jihui (董继辉), an operator of a restaurant near the venue.

"This year's WTT Chongqing Champions (WTT重庆冠军赛) ticket revenue reached 56.81 million yuan, and the proportion of out-of-city audiences was as high as 77%," said Xiang Dong (向东), Secretary of the Party Leadership Group of the Banan District (巴南区) Sports Bureau. The event attracted more than 1.16 million visitors, and the turnover of catering around the event venue increased by 50% month-on-month, the hotel occupancy rate was more than 90%, and the retail sales increased by 37% month-on-month, driving consumption to exceed 1.2 billion yuan.

In the second half of this year, Banan District (巴南区) will also usher in events such as the Chongqing Half Marathon (重庆半程马拉松) and the China Cup World Figure Skating Grand Prix (中国杯世界花样滑冰大奖赛). "The competition brings not only traffic, but also the leap in the city's energy level," said Xiang Dong (向东).

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The 26th "Beibei Cup" Youth Football Tournament Opens

This newspaper Zhangjiagang (张家港) July 16th (Reporter Bai Guangdi (白光迪)) The 26th "Beibei Cup" Youth (12-year-old Boys Group) Football Tournament in 2025, co-sponsored by the China Soong Ching Ling Foundation (中国宋庆龄基金会), the Chinese Football Association (中国足球协会), and the Zhangjiagang Municipal People's Government (张家港市人民政府), opened on the evening of the 16th in Fenghuang Town (凤凰镇), Zhangjiagang City (张家港市), Jiangsu Province (江苏省). This tournament has nearly 300 young players from 16 teams from 12 provinces in China, as well as South Korea and Thailand.

The "Beibei Cup" Youth Football Tournament was founded in 1983, providing a platform for young football enthusiasts to communicate, encouraging young people to devote themselves to football and bravely pursue their dreams. Zhangjiagang (张家港) has successfully hosted many "Beibei Cup" competitions, and has transported a large number of talents to the national team. On the "Su Super" arena, which is currently underway 如火如荼 (rú huǒ rú tú - "like fire like rush," in full swing; intensely), many players have also participated in the "Beibei Cup" competition.

This tournament will feature 48 matches from July 16th to 22nd, and will also offer elite youth training coach training courses, followed by elite player training camps.

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China Southern Power Grid Guangdong Power Grid Company: Serving the Greening and Beautifying of Guangdong, Boosting the Vigorous Development of the Electricity Trading Market

Walking into the Foshan Weiling Washing Motor Manufacturing Co., Ltd. (佛山市威灵洗涤电机制造有限公司) park, under Midea Group (美的集团), 50,000 square meters of rooftop photovoltaic panels shine in the sun. These photovoltaic panels can generate approximately 8.7 million kilowatt-hours of clean energy annually, accounting for about 27% of the park's total electricity consumption. This is equivalent to reducing carbon emissions by 8,500 tons per year and saving more than 3.9 million yuan in electricity costs annually.

The photovoltaic industry is showing a growth trend, which is a powerful interpretation of Guangdong's (广东) efforts to achieve its "dual carbon" goals. In recent years, China Southern Power Grid Guangdong Power Grid Co., Ltd. (南方电网广东电网公司), referred to as "Guangdong Power Grid" (广东电网), has taken green and beautiful Guangdong (绿美广东) ecological construction as its guide and taken practical actions to help brighten the green background of Guangdong's high-quality development. From January to June 2025, Guangdong's green electricity transaction volume was 8.29 billion kilowatt-hours, a year-on-year increase of 60.2%. Guangdong has been carrying out green electricity trading pilots since June 2021. This year, the transaction price of green environmental value has dropped to 6.7 cents/kilowatt-hour, allowing users to purchase green electricity at a lower cost, injecting strong momentum into the province's energy transition.

85,000 Trading Entities

Market-based Electricity Consumption Accounts for Nearly 70% of Total Social Electricity Consumption

As of the end of June 2025, the total installed capacity of new energy in Guangdong Province (广东省) exceeded 78.5 million kilowatts, accounting for nearly 33% of the province's total installed capacity. Among them, the installed capacity of offshore wind power exceeded 12.51 million kilowatts, ranking first in the country.

The continuous expansion of the installed capacity of new energy has injected fresh vitality into the power market. Since June 27 this year, Guangdong has orderly promoted the participation of the second batch of 110 kV new energy power stations in market settlement operations. Guangdong Power Grid (广东电网) follows the principle of "**成熟一批推动一批**" (chéng shú yī pī tuī dòng yī pī - "promote in batches as they mature," to advance projects gradually as they become ready), promoting 77 new energy plants in Shaoguan (韶关), Shantou (汕头), Zhanjiang (湛江), Huizhou (惠州), and Yangjiang (阳江), with a total rated capacity of approximately 5.9 million kilowatts, to participate in the spot market settlement operation in an orderly manner, marking a key step in the market-oriented reform of new energy.

Since the beginning of this year, in order to implement the relevant policies of the National Development and Reform Commission (国家发展改革委) and the National Energy Administration (国家能源局), Guangdong's electricity price mechanism reform has also ushered in a major change. In May of this year, the "Implementation Plan (Draft for Comment) of the Guangdong Provincial Development and Reform Commission (广东省发展改革委) and the Guangdong Provincial Energy Bureau (广东省能源局) on Deepening the Market-oriented Reform of New Energy On-grid Electricity Prices and Promoting High-Quality Development of New Energy" was released, proposing that the on-grid electricity of new energy projects (wind power, solar power) should in principle all enter the electricity market, and the on-grid electricity price should be formed through market transactions. This means that electricity prices will be formed through spot trading, medium and long-term contracts, and other methods, and companies can independently choose to participate in competition by "reporting quantity and price" or accept the clearing price formed by the market. As of the end of June 2025, the number of operating entities participating in transactions in Guangdong (广东) was 85,000, and the market-based transaction volume in the first half of the year was approximately 294.5 billion kilowatt-hours, accounting for 68% of the total social electricity consumption.

The increase in market-based transaction volume has promoted the expansion of green certificate transaction scale. Recently, Dongguan Wanneng Green Energy Service Co., Ltd. (东莞莞能绿色能源服务有限公司), referred to as "Wanneng Energy Company" (莞能能源公司), signed an I-REC international green certificate supply contract with STX Group, an international environmental commodity trader headquartered in the Netherlands, opening a new chapter in its international strategic layout. As of the end of June this year, Wanneng Energy Company's (莞能能源公司) green certificate business has covered 28 cities in 9 provinces in China, serving 4 countries, with a green certificate service volume of 6 million certificates and a transaction volume of over 6 billion kilowatt-hours, supporting the value of export products exceeding 30 billion yuan.

Green Electricity Demand Expected to Exceed 12 Billion Kilowatt-Hours

Green Electricity Transaction Volume of Top Ten Industries Accounts for About 70%

With the accelerated advancement of the unified national electricity market, every new energy vehicle may become a mobile "energy trading unit," and vehicle-grid interaction will become one of the most extensive trading varieties in the unified national electricity market, with households and individuals as the main participants in energy transition. China Southern Power Grid Guangdong Shantou Longhu Power Supply Bureau (南方电网广东汕头龙湖供电局) plans to build 15 V2G charging piles in its jurisdiction by the end of 2026. After commissioning, it is expected to generate 750,000 yuan in peak shaving revenue annually, while reducing carbon emissions by 180 tons. At the same time, the bureau is linked with 58 charging pile companies in its jurisdiction to use intelligent dispatching systems to concentrate charging during low grid load periods, reducing electricity costs and alleviating grid pressure.

In addition to new energy vehicles, enterprises are also the main force in green electricity consumption. Guangdong Jiangmen Heshan Zhongfu Xingye Circuit Co., Ltd. (广东省江门市鹤山市中富兴业电路有限公司), referred to as "Heshan Zhongfu" (鹤山中富), is a high-tech export enterprise. The traditional production model has problems such as high resource consumption and difficult pollution control, and the green transformation of the enterprise is imminent. On June 12, the company officially passed the "Zero-Carbon Factory" EU certification with its innovative practices in the field of green energy management. Combined with the "Carbon Neutral" certification obtained from the Beijing Green Exchange (北京绿色交易所) earlier, it became the first "Zero-Carbon Factory" in Jiangmen (江门) to win domestic and international dual certifications. China Southern Power Grid Guangdong Jiangmen Power Supply Bureau (南方电网广东江门供电局) provides Heshan Zhongfu (鹤山中富) with a "package" of comprehensive energy services to help Heshan Zhongfu (鹤山中富) upgrade its "photovoltaic + cold storage + charging pile + green electricity" microgrid elements and help companies manage green energy well.

This year, Guangdong Province's (广东省) annual green electricity demand is expected to exceed 12 billion kilowatt-hours. Green electricity consumers are mainly concentrated in the top ten industries such as computer communication and electronic equipment manufacturing, Internet and related services, petroleum, coal, and other fuel processing industries, accounting for approximately 70% of the province's green electricity transaction volume.

Data source: China Southern Power Grid Guangdong Power Grid Co., Ltd. (南方电网广东电网公司)

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This edition's editors: Gong Yuhua, Tang Tianyi, Gao Ji

Layout Design: Zhang Danfeng (张丹峰)

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A Journey of Culture, A Promise of the Future

By: 本报记者  朱玥颖

The China National Pavilion Day event of the 2025 Japan World Expo in Osaka was recently held in the Osaka Expo Park. Since the opening of this World Expo, the China Pavilion, organized by the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (中国贸促会) on behalf of the Chinese government, has consistently been one of the most popular pavilions. The China Pavilion has garnered significant attention for its exhibition that integrates traditional culture, scientific and technological achievements, and natural concepts, bringing a cultural journey and a promise of the future to global audiences.

"Showcasing the Unique Charm of Chinese Culture"

"The Promise of Crested Ibis" uses "Shoulder Ballet" to showcase the beauty of crested ibises dancing gracefully amidst green waters and mountains, the beauty of ecological harmony, and the beauty of Sino-Japanese friendship; "Red Dragon and Teenager" showcases the confidence, vigor, and youthful energy of the new generation of Chinese youth through children's street dance... During the event, a large-scale artistic performance themed "Colorful China, Painting the Future Together" met with the audience. After watching the performance, Riko Ogawa (小川理子), Director of the Japan Association for the 2025 World Exposition and Executive Officer of Panasonic Holdings Corporation (松下控股株式会社), told reporters: "The entire performance was moving, and every program was absolutely wonderful. The performance conveyed strength and beauty, showcasing the unique charm of Chinese culture."

Akio Aoyagi (青柳明雄), Chairman of the Osaka Prefectural Japan-China Friendship Association (大阪府日中友好协会), told reporters after watching the performance that the performance was very infectious and left a deep impression, especially the diversified expressions revolving around the theme of "color," which gave the performance a strong visual impact and artistic tension.

Wu Shengrong (邬胜荣), Director of the China Pavilion at the Osaka World Expo, introduced that since its opening, the China Pavilion has received nearly 800,000 visitors from various countries and has held a series of activities such as intangible cultural heritage exhibitions, cultural and tourism promotions, academic exchanges, and economic and trade forums, including provincial and municipal activity weeks (days), enterprise days, and theme days. Through the China Pavilion, global audiences can see a real, beautiful, credible, lovable, and respectable China.

"Cultural Commonality is a Spiritual Bridge Connecting the Two Countries"

As one of the most popular pavilions at this World Expo, the China Pavilion has received widespread attention for its development concept of integrating traditional culture and future technology.

The architectural shape of the China Pavilion resembles a continuously unfolding Chinese scroll, allowing people to feel a strong Chinese element and a rich cultural atmosphere. Ogawa Riko (小川理子) said: "The exhibition traces back to the ancient Chinese character culture, allowing people to feel the profound heritage of Chinese civilization. The Japanese people still use Chinese characters in their daily lives, and this cultural commonality is a spiritual bridge connecting the two countries."

The beautiful story told by the China Pavilion about the mutual understanding and lasting friendship between the Chinese and Japanese people has resonated emotionally with audiences from both countries. The "Green Mountains and Bright Moon" corridor, which leads from the first floor to the second floor of the pavilion, features dynamic ink paintings on one side and wood carving art on the other, presenting important historical moments of Sino-Japanese exchanges, such as the arrival of giant pandas "Kang Kang" and "Lan Lan," crested ibis protection cooperation, and Sun Wukong and Astro Boy walking side by side, demonstrating China's concept of trustworthiness, good neighborliness, and amity. Among them, a wood carving artwork showcases the story of friendly exchanges between Chinese leaders and Japanese entrepreneur Konosuke Matsushita (松下幸之助) in the late 1970s. Masayuki Matsushita (松下正幸), the grandson of Konosuke Matsushita (松下幸之助), said that in 1980, his grandfather visited China for the second time, and he accompanied him at the age of 35. At that time, the streets of Beijing (北京) were full of people wearing Zhongshan suits and riding bicycles, and the people's vigorous and upward spirit left a deep impression on him. Since then, he has visited China many times, and each time he has been amazed by China's rapid changes. "Today, China is not only developing rapidly in infrastructure fields such as high-speed railways and expressways, but the entire national social landscape and urban appearance have also undergone tremendous changes," said Masayuki Matsushita (松下正幸).

Yoichi Muto (武藤容治), Japan's Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry, said that the China Pavilion focuses on the integration of tradition and modernity and systematically introduces the history of friendly exchanges between Japan and China. "The creative exhibition of the China Pavilion will further promote the world's understanding of China."

"Let the World Understand a Real, Beautiful, and Constantly Developing China"

The China Pavilion revolves around the theme of "Building a Community of Life for Man and Nature Together—A Future Society of Green Development," with the three chapters of "Harmony between Man and Nature," "Green Waters and Lush Mountains," and "**生生不息**" (shēng shēng bù xī - "unceasing growth," continuous development and reproduction) as the narrative thread, showcasing the traditional ecological wisdom nurtured by more than 5,000 years of Chinese civilization, demonstrating the concept and achievements of green development in the new era of China, and looking forward to China working with other countries in the world to build a beautiful vision of a community of life for man and nature.

"I have visited the China Pavilion many times, and each time I have new discoveries and surprises." Masayoshi Matsumoto (松本正义), Chairman of the Kansai Economic Federation of Japan (日本关西经济联合会), told reporters that the China Pavilion vividly showcases China's true face and development to the audience. For the Japanese people, this is an opportunity to more accurately understand China and form a correct understanding.

The second floor of the China Pavilion displays the latest photographic works of Japanese economist, photographer, and He Zhongqing (和中清), "Touching China." He Zhongqing (和中清) has been associated with China for 35 years and has traveled back and forth between the two countries more than 400 times. He told reporters that he has been to Yunnan (云南), Xinjiang (新疆), Sichuan (四川), and other places in China, witnessed the magnificent beauty of China's natural landscapes, and deeply felt the cultural characteristics and diverse charm of China's urban and rural construction. "China is unswervingly embarking on the road of green development and building a better future, and its steady pace and grand vision are truly admirable," said He Zhongqing (和中清).

Smart transportation is well-organized, zero-carbon buildings are lined up, smart medical care is convenient and efficient, and crested ibises spread their wings and fly over the picturesque ecological screen... The "Smart City" exhibition in the China Pavilion is like a three-dimensional unfolding picture of the future, depicting the beautiful scenery of harmonious coexistence between people and technology, people and nature, and people and people. Xu Lu (徐陆), Deputy General Manager of China Energy Engineering Corporation (中国能建), the exhibition design and construction party, said that from the oriental wisdom of harmony between man and nature to the ecological practice of green waters and lush mountains, and then to the future vision of continuous development, the "Smart City" exhibition provides a Chinese sample that can be learned from and promoted for the world, especially developing countries, to achieve green transformation.

The China National Pavilion Day event was held on the same day as China Maritime Day. Aoyagi Akio (青柳明雄) pointed to Osaka Bay (大阪湾) behind him and told reporters: "As early as the 7th to 8th centuries AD, many Japanese envoys to the Tang Dynasty and international students set off from here, crossed the ocean to China, sought knowledge and learned from each other. The most well-known of these is Abe no Nakamaro (阿倍仲麻吕). He forged a deep friendship with Chinese poets Li Bai (李白) and Wang Wei (王维)."

The China Pavilion will continue to be open to the public until October 13. "In the next step, we will continue to make good use of the World Expo platform, and through rich exhibitions, wonderful activities, immersive experiences, and warm and thoughtful services, let the world understand a real, beautiful, and constantly developing China." Wu Shengrong (邬胜荣) said that he looks forward to strengthening exchanges and interactions with various countries on the World Expo stage, promoting dialogue and cooperation between different civilizations, and contributing Chinese wisdom and Chinese solutions to building a vibrant future society.

(Reported from Osaka, Japan (日本大阪) by this newspaper on July 16)

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A Three-Generation Love Affair with China (My Story and China's)

By: （乌兹别克斯坦）阿卜杜勒哈基莫夫·贾洛鲁丁

I am from Uzbekistan and currently pursuing a master's degree in Teaching Chinese to Speakers of Other Languages at the School of Liberal Arts, Jiangsu University (江苏大学). Coming to China for further studies is not only my dream, but also carries the Chinese sentiments of three generations of my family spanning more than half a century.

My grandfather was a veteran who participated in World War II. At that time, he first fought bloody battles on the Berlin front, defeated the German Nazis, and then resolutely boarded a train to Changchun (长春), China in 1945, joining the Chinese people in resisting the Japanese invaders. After the war, my grandfather was awarded many honorary medals, but what he cherished most in his life was the sincere friendship he forged with the Chinese people in the flames of war.

When I was a child, my grandfather always loved to tell me stories about his time in China and his Chinese friends. "The kindness of my Chinese friends during those difficult years is unforgettable! They always wanted to protect me and keep me away from the most dangerous places. In times of crisis, they would help me at the first moment. Although they themselves often lacked food and clothing, they would always think of me first whenever they had something to eat... In that environment, this kind of friendship between people was particularly heartwarming!" When he was moved, my grandfather would always take my little hand and say, "In the days of war, it was the deep friendship of the Chinese people that gave me the courage and strength to persevere in the fight. When you grow up, you must go back to China for Grandpa!" In addition to endless stories, my grandfather would also teach me some simple Chinese. When I was still babbling, my grandfather had already started teaching me Chinese words such as "你好" (nǐ hǎo - hello) and "谢谢" (xiè xiè - thank you). It was also from that time that a seed of a "Chinese dream" was quietly planted in my heart.

My father also has a deep connection with China. He is a linguist and has always been fascinated by ancient Chinese poetry. Although many factors prevented him from realizing his dream of studying in China when he was young, he has always insisted on teaching himself Chinese and can even study some profound ancient books. My father is committed to spreading Chinese poetry culture and often organizes Chinese poetry lovers in Uzbekistan to exchange and discuss ideas together. My father's enthusiasm invisibly infected me, and I also developed a strong interest in Chinese culture. He often encouraged me: "Son, I know you also want to become a linguist, work hard bravely. Learning Chinese well will make it more likely for you to go to the world." Under my father's influence, I became even more yearning for China, this ancient civilization of the East.

After getting the opportunity to study at Jiangsu University (江苏大学), the joy in my heart almost overflowed. In September 2023, carrying my grandfather's expectations and my father's instructions, I embarked on a journey to study in China with my wife and children. As the plane slowly landed, looking at the bright lights outside the porthole, I was filled with emotion, and a voice in my heart quietly said: "Grandpa, I have come to China! In the past, you came to defend peace, and today, I will inherit friendship by learning knowledge!"

However, when I was happily welcoming my new life, I encountered a problem - if I wanted to apply for visas for my two children, I needed to have a sum of money in my account to prove my ability to support them, but I couldn't come up with so much savings when I first arrived in China. Just when I was anxious, a phone call brought a turning point - "My friend, you have come to China? That's great!" This was a call from a Chinese friend I met in Uzbekistan. Hearing that I had come to China as I wished, he warmly congratulated me and told me that I could ask him for help if I encountered any difficulties. After hesitating again and again, I told him about my predicament. Unexpectedly, he did not hesitate at all, "Don't worry, I can lend it to you, don't rush to pay it back. I believe in you!" At that moment, my tears welled up. This unreserved trust, this cross-border kindness, made me extremely grateful and deeply understood what it means to 患难见真情 (huàn nàn jiàn zhēn qíng - "adversity reveals true friendship," true friendship is revealed in times of adversity).

Now, my family and I have been studying and living happily in Zhenjiang (镇江), Jiangsu (江苏). The children have made many Chinese friends in kindergarten and are very happy every day. Their Chinese is also improving rapidly, and I feel that they will surpass me in the near future. In April last year, I was also fortunate to serve as a translator during the visit of the Khorezm (花剌子模州) Province Economic and Trade Delegation of Uzbekistan to Zhenjiang (镇江). I felt extremely honored to be able to contribute to Uzbek-Chinese cooperation.

The key to sound relations between states lies in the affinity between their people, and the key to that affinity lies in mutual understanding. As time goes by, the warmth of mutual assistance between the people of the two countries has been deeply engraved in my heart. I want to tell my children about the kindness and friendliness of the Chinese people, just like my ancestors did. I firmly believe that this bond will be passed down through our children from generation to generation.

(The author is an Uzbek student at Jiangsu University (江苏大学))

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UN High-Level Political Forum Side Event Focuses on Clean Energy Development in Global South Countries

Xinhua News Agency, United Nations, July 15th. The United Nations High-level Political Forum on Sustainable Development held a side event on the Global Energy Interconnection theme on July 15th at the United Nations Headquarters in New York. The conference, themed "Clean Energy Development in the Global South: Driving Sustainable Economic Growth and Building Partnerships," focused on clean energy development in the Global South, aiming to accelerate the global energy transition and promote sustainable development in the Global South.

Xin Baoan (辛保安), Chairman of the Global Energy Interconnection Development and Cooperation Organization (GEIDCO) and Chairman of the China Electricity Council (中国电力企业联合会), stated in a video address that the world is currently facing severe climate, environmental, economic, and social challenges, and only 17% of the 169 specific goals proposed in the United Nations 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development are expected to be achieved on schedule. The Global South has abundant clean energy resources and enormous development potential. Taking the development of green electricity as the core, coordinating the development and utilization of various clean energy sources, enriching energy supply, innovating development models, and deepening international cooperation will promote the formation of a new pattern of clean, low-carbon, safe, efficient, diverse, and open energy development, and open up new paths for the sustainable development of the Global South.

Fu Cong (傅聪), China's Permanent Representative to the United Nations, stated in his speech that China is an important member of the Global South, has built the world's largest and fastest-growing renewable energy system, and has established the world's largest and most complete new energy industry chain. China will continue to uphold the concept of ecological civilization, promote the implementation of the Global Energy Interconnection Initiative, help countries, especially the Global South, transition to clean energy, and promote the early achievement of the beautiful vision of "sustainable energy for all."

Assistant Secretary-General of the United Nations, Hanif, stated that progress on two-thirds of the global sustainable development goals is lagging, 600 million people still lack electricity, financing is the biggest obstacle to energy transition, and global annual investment needs to be increased from $3 trillion to $4.2 trillion to $4.5 trillion in order to build a global partnership based on fairness and solidarity and accelerate the achievement of sustainable energy goals.

The conference was jointly organized by GEIDCO, the Permanent Mission of China to the United Nations (中国常驻联合国代表团), the United Nations Development Programme (联合国开发计划署), and the United Nations Sustainable Development Solutions Network (联合国可持续发展解决方案网络), with more than 450 guests attending the meeting. At the same time, the Global Energy Interconnection theme exhibition is being held at the United Nations from July 14th to 23rd.

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Jointly Promote the Security and Stability of Global Industrial and Supply Chains (Entering the China International Supply Chain Expo)

The third China International Supply Chain Expo (hereinafter referred to as "CISCE"), themed "Connecting the World for a Shared Future," opened in Beijing (北京) on July 16. This year's CISCE further amplifies its functions as a platform for trade promotion, investment cooperation, innovation aggregation, and learning exchange, creating positive conditions for enterprises from various countries to deepen cooperation in industrial and supply chains. Representatives from various countries stated that the CISCE is a platform for China (中国) to promote high-level opening-up, and all parties should work together to maintain the multilateral trading system with the World Trade Organization (WTO) at its core, and contribute more to promoting the construction of an open world economy.

“Provides broad space for enterprises to promote innovation and sustainable development”

New products and new highlights are the keywords of this year's CISCE. 651 enterprises and institutions from 75 countries and regions are participating in the exhibition, focusing on showcasing new technologies, new products, and new services in the upstream, midstream, and downstream key links of each chain, with foreign exhibitors accounting for 35%.

In the advanced manufacturing chain exhibition area, Sumitomo Electric Industries (住友电工) exhibited its semiconductor product, gallium arsenide substrate, for the first time. The product has low crystal defect density and high intra-wafer uniformity, and can be used in mobile phone base stations and satellite communications and other fields. Takeo Takeo (武尾敬三), a relevant person in charge of Sumitomo Electric Industries, said: "Through the CISCE, we can not only understand the development trends of each link in the industrial and supply chain, but also grasp the organic connection between each link, so as to have a more comprehensive understanding of the supply chain we are in."

"Capturing carbon dioxide and converting it into raw materials is a good alternative!" In front of the carbon dioxide capture and resource-based energy model in the National Energy Group (国家能源集团) exhibition hall, Portia Mgomzulu, Group Executive Director of Eskom (南非国家电力公司), and her colleagues carefully watched and inquired about technical details. She told reporters that South Africa (南非) is looking for various alternative clean energy sources, and China (中国) has strong technical capabilities in the field of clean energy. The cooperation between Eskom and its Chinese (中国) partners has been fruitful, and she looks forward to further strengthening cooperation between the two sides in the future.

Cargill (嘉吉公司) showcased its full range of products in agriculture, food, and animal nutrition, as well as innovative solutions for the Chinese (中国) market. Liu Chang (刘畅), a relevant person in charge of Cargill, said that as the world's largest food consumer and importer, Chinese (中国) consumers are increasingly demanding diversified, nutritious, healthy, and environmentally friendly foods, "providing broad space for enterprises to promote innovation and sustainable development."

"Medtronic (美敦力) has developed nearly 7,000 supply chain partners in China (中国) and formed a close cooperative ecosystem with them." Gu Yushao (顾宇韶), Senior Vice President of Medtronic Global, introduced that Medtronic's first digital medical innovation base in China (中国) was established in Beijing (北京) in March this year and is expected to be officially put into operation by the end of 2025. "Made in China (中国智造)" has gradually become an important innovation pillar in the company's global value chain system. "Promoting cooperation and common progress is the key to promoting medical innovation to benefit patients around the world. China (中国) will become the world's largest medical market and an important source of innovation, playing an increasingly important role in the global medical industry chain."

Wacker Chemie AG (德国瓦克公司) made its debut at the CISCE this year. As a world-leading manufacturer of silicone materials, the company is exploring the application of silicone materials in new energy vehicles. This time, it exhibited four new high-performance silicone materials that can be used for battery safety and thermal insulation protection of new energy vehicles. Wu Haojiong (吴皓炯), a relevant person in charge of Wacker Chemie AG, said: "China's (中国) new energy vehicle industry chain is complete, develops rapidly, and has a broad market. We look forward to working closely with upstream and downstream partners to further promote the continuous and healthy development of new energy vehicles."

GE HealthCare (通用电气医疗) is participating in the exhibition for the third time, and together with Chinese (中国) suppliers, it is focusing on showcasing more than 10 of the latest domestically produced high-end medical equipment intelligent manufacturing achievements in the fields of CT, magnetic resonance, nuclear medicine, and advanced visualization diagnosis and treatment, as well as domestically produced core components such as CT bearings, detectors, magnetic resonance superconducting wires, and ultrasound circuit boards. Chen Heqiang (陈和强), a relevant person in charge of GE HealthCare, said: "This year, we are focusing on showcasing the latest progress in the green supply chain, integrating the latest practices of the green ecosystem into all links of the industrial chain from the perspective of sustainable development of ourselves and the industry, and promoting the supply chain and innovation chain to continuously move towards lean, intelligent, and green."

“Promoted trade, investment, cooperation, innovation and exchanges in the global supply chain system”

Precise and advanced industrial models, agile "Robot Story," notebooks with freely retractable screens... A sense of technology is coming to the exhibition site. This year's CISCE has specially set up an innovation chain exhibition area and a new product launch exhibition area. It is expected that there will be more than 100 first releases, first shows, and first exhibitions, an increase of 10% compared with the previous session.

"This time, we have a total of 30 manufacturers and producers participating in the exhibition, and the products range from naturally extracted clean cosmetics to durable electrical equipment, all of which are representative products of South Africa (南非)." South African (南非) Deputy President Paul Mashatile (保罗·马沙蒂莱) said that the CISCE is an important platform for showcasing the diversity of South African (南非) exports and will further promote cooperation between South African (南非) and Chinese (中国) enterprises. By showcasing the latest development achievements in the field of supply chain management, "the CISCE has promoted trade, investment, cooperation, innovation and exchanges in the global supply chain system."

Ekachat Seetavorarat (艾卡阐·斯达瓦拉澜), Permanent Secretary of the Thai (泰国) Ministry of Commerce, said that the CISCE brings together the industrial and innovation sectors of various countries to strengthen the global supply chain and promote sustainable economic growth. "We are not only building supply chains, but also laying the foundation for future prosperity, sustainable development and cooperation. The partnerships established here today, the innovations generated, and the firm commitments made will all have a profound impact on the development of the global value chain in the future."

Jensen Huang (黄仁勋), founder and CEO of NVIDIA (英伟达公司), shared the company's experience of cooperation and development with Chinese (中国) partners at the opening ceremony. He said that China's (中国) open source artificial intelligence (AI) is a catalyst for promoting global progress, allowing countries and industries to participate in it. Open source is also the key to ensuring AI security, which helps promote international cooperation in technical standards, performance benchmarks, and security protection measures.

"One tree does not make a forest." John Denton (约翰·丹顿), Secretary-General of the International Chamber of Commerce (国际商会), who participated in the CISCE for the third time, quoted this Chinese (中国) idiom. He said that the CISCE is not only an expo, but also can connect economy, business and people, and at the same time can shape global supply chain partnerships and help the world economy recover and prosper together. "We must strengthen the belief in cooperation between countries, and only cooperation can revitalize global trade."

“Always adhere to long-term development in China and are full of confidence in the future of the Chinese market”

At the opening ceremony, the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (中国贸促会) and representatives of the business community jointly released the "Beijing Initiative of the Third China International Supply Chain Expo," calling for maintaining the safety and stability of the global industrial chain and supply chain, adhering to innovation-led development, accelerating the development of digital and intelligent supply chains, building green and sustainable supply chains, and deepening cooperation between the global business community. Ren Hongbin (任鸿斌), Chairman of the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade, said that this year's CISCE has a higher level of internationalization, a clearer chain logic, and more prominent innovation leadership. He welcomes more friends from the business community to join hands and work together with a positive attitude and constructive actions to maintain the multilateral trading system with the World Trade Organization (WTO) at its core.

The exhibition area of Corning Incorporated (美国康宁公司) covers an area of 100 square meters, showcasing the company's vigorous development in the Chinese (中国) market in industries such as display technology, optical communications, automotive applications, mobile consumer electronics, and life sciences. Lin Chunmei (林春梅), a relevant person in charge of Corning Incorporated, said that since entering the Chinese (中国) market in 1980, the company has witnessed China's (中国) progress from "bringing in" to "institutional opening-up." China (中国) continues to optimize the investment and business environment for foreign investors, providing a fundamental guarantee for foreign-funded enterprises to take root in the Chinese (中国) market for long-term development. "We have always regarded China (中国) as the core engine of global innovation and growth, always adhere to long-term development in China (中国), and are full of confidence in the future of the Chinese (中国) market."

In China (中国), Siemens (西门子) has built an all-round ecosystem consisting of 20 R&D centers, 24 production and manufacturing bases, and more than 20 digital innovation empowerment centers, covering more than 50,000 customers and nearly 10,000 suppliers. Xiao Song (肖松), Executive Vice President of Siemens Global, said that thanks to its complete industrial system, huge market space and other advantages, China (中国) is a key link in the global industrial chain and supply chain, which is crucial to the resilience, safety and stability of the industrial chain and supply chain. "We will strive to use digital and low-carbon technologies to help Chinese (中国) enterprises upgrade advanced manufacturing and jointly build a more resilient and sustainable global industrial chain and supply chain."

"Against the background of the current adjustment of the global trade pattern, building an open, inclusive, stable and efficient supply chain system has become a general consensus of the international community." Yin Zheng (尹正), Executive Vice President of Schneider Electric (施耐德电气), said that with its huge market size, strong industrial base and open business environment, China (中国) has become an important part of stabilizing the global supply chain. China (中国) is an important engine of global economic growth and has a solid industrial base and strong supply chain support capabilities, which provides stable expectations for multinational companies and enhances their confidence in deepening their presence in China (中国).

(Reporters Wang Hui (王慧), Li Mo (李墨), Li Xinyi (李欣怡), Huang Fahong (黄发红), Li Yingqi (李应齐), Mou Zongcong (牟宗琮), Li Ming (李明) of this newspaper)

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Editor in charge of this edition: Zou Zhipeng, Liu Gang, Chu Jun

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Precision Protection Helps Enterprises Develop (Rule of Law Headlines)

By: 本报记者 张天培

What development problems might enterprises face at different stages of development? What support and services can the public security economic investigation departments provide in this process?

In Shanghai, the public security economic investigation departments, relying on the "Blue Whale" Enterprise Protection Workstation, have launched pro-enterprise measures and precise risk prevention based on the needs of enterprises at different stages of development, so that enterprises can grow healthily and develop with peace of mind.

"Since its establishment in April 2024, the 'Blue Whale' Enterprise Protection Workstation has continuously explored and practiced, forming a police-enterprise linkage mechanism that connects all police types and multiple departments, connects public legal resources, connects three provinces and one city and nine cities, and connects the entire life cycle of enterprises, becoming an important carrier for Shanghai Public Security to help optimize the rule of law business environment and serve the high-quality development of enterprises," said Yao Wenhai (姚文海), Deputy Chief of the Economic Investigation Corps of the Shanghai Municipal Public Security Bureau (上海市公安局).

Let enterprises only have to run once to handle affairs.

How can a start-up company quickly register its official seal? What is the process for applying for a special industry license? Is the signed labor contract in compliance with legal norms?

To solve these problems, companies used to have to travel back and forth between multiple departments, making several trips back and forth.

Now, coming to the "Blue Whale" Enterprise Protection Workstation in Shanghai, under the leadership of the local public security economic investigation department, the market supervision, taxation, human resources and social security departments, and multiple police types such as public security, transportation, and population of the public security, jointly stationed and operated in linkage, providing one-stop service for enterprises, so that enterprises only enter one door and only have to run once to handle business.

Early in the morning, the person in charge of a shopping mall in Songjiang District (松江区) - Malilai Plaza (马利来广场) came to the Songjiang District "Blue Whale" Enterprise Protection Workstation for help.

"Since the opening of the plaza, the passenger flow has not been good, and there are also difficulties in attracting investment. The unreasonable setting of the traffic intersection in front of the door is the main reason, but it involves many departments. I don't know who to ask to solve it. Can you help me think of a solution?" The person in charge of the plaza told the on-duty police about the difficulties in the company's operation.

The on-duty police immediately reported the situation. On the same day, the task list was transferred to the traffic management detachment in the jurisdiction, which took the lead in "blowing the whistle" and convened special research by all parties such as the Transportation Commission, the Greening and City Appearance Bureau, and the street.

The sidewalk was changed to a non-motor vehicle lane, an additional north-south motor vehicle lane was added, and a tree was relocated... Mei Jiawei (梅嘉伟), captain of the Duty Road Design Brigade of the Traffic Management Detachment of the Songjiang Branch of the Shanghai Municipal Public Security Bureau (上海市公安局松江分局), presented the renovation plan for the traffic around Malilai Plaza. Each department then claimed the division of labor. In less than two months, the renovation was successfully completed.

"After the traffic was improved, it is more convenient for the people to go shopping, and our passenger flow immediately went up. We are talking to merchants about moving in," the person in charge of the company said with joy.

The Shanghai Public Security Economic Investigation Department gives full play to the police type advantage of being "closest to enterprises", takes the "Blue Whale" Enterprise Protection Workstation as a fulcrum, solves the "worries" of enterprises in the early stage of entrepreneurship, enhances the hard power for the brand shaping of enterprises in the early stage of entrepreneurship, and helps enterprises grow rapidly.

Help enterprises prevent internal risks.

"As companies enter the growth stage, the scale of business expands, and internal governance risks will gradually increase. Helping companies improve their internal control mechanisms and prevent corruption is our key task," said Cao Qimin (曹奇珉), a police officer from the Economic Investigation Corps of the Shanghai Municipal Public Security Bureau (上海市公安局).

It was clearly a cooperation with S Logistics Company, but why was the other party on the contract Y Company? Just after the Spring Festival last year, when a network technology company in Changning District (长宁区) conducted a departure audit on Liu (刘), the director of the logistics department, it found that the accounts he handled were very suspicious.

Tang Li (汤力) (pseudonym), the head of the company's risk control department, realized that Liu might be suspected of encroaching on the company's interests, but he was not sure whether he had violated the criminal law.

With a try-it-and-see attitude, Tang Li came to the enterprise protection studio set up by the Changning District "Blue Whale" Enterprise Protection Workstation in the East Hongqiao (东虹桥) area. After preliminary judgment, the stationed police believed that Liu's behavior was suspected of a crime.

Colluding internally and externally, staging a carefully designed "two-faced play"; deceiving superiors and concealing subordinates, illegally profiting from the price difference between the two contracts. After the case was filed, the economic investigation police peeled off the criminal clues, repeatedly communicated with the company, and collected and fixed evidence, and finally verified Liu's criminal facts.

In March of this year, all criminal suspects, including Liu, were sanctioned by law, and the company recovered all losses.

After the case was solved, the economic investigation police of the East Hongqiao "Blue Whale" Enterprise Protection Studio took the initiative to visit. "The management personnel's authority is too concentrated, and attention should be paid," "The flow of funds should be strengthened supervision, and there are related transaction risks," the police pointed out the loopholes and hidden dangers existing in the enterprise one by one, and guided the enterprise to strengthen management and improve internal risk prevention.

Tang Li said that the detection of this case and the timely visit of the police effectively helped the company prevent "fire in the backyard" and had a huge deterrent effect on the company's "moths".

From "removing lesions" to "**治未病**" (zhì wèi bìng - "treating before disease," to prevent disease before it occurs), enterprises and the "Blue Whale" workstation are "running in both directions". Since its establishment, the economic investigation police of the Changning District "Blue Whale" Enterprise Protection Workstation have visited more than 700 enterprises, discovered and solved more than 360 economic crime cases of various types, helped enterprises recover economic losses of 350 million yuan, and discovered and blocked nearly 100 internal management risk loopholes.

Regional collaboration helps enterprises to ensure smooth operation.

"Thanks to the 'Blue Whale' Enterprise Protection Workstation, we recovered more than 11.7 million yuan in losses!" Not long ago, with the help of the Songjiang District "Blue Whale" Enterprise Protection Workstation, the Songjiang public security organs successfully solved a contract fraud case involving a science and technology innovation enterprise in the jurisdiction.

The company is a chain owner enterprise in the new generation of information technology industry in China, with a wide range of business radiation, and has branches in Zhejiang (浙江), Anhui (安徽), Shanghai (上海) and other places.

In September last year, the police of the workstation found a clue suspected of economic crime during a visit to the company. The police quickly launched research and judgment, initially locked the criminal suspect, and grasped some of the criminal facts -

In May 2023, Wu (吴) became acquainted with Fang (方) and Liu (刘), sales representatives of the company's branch, through climbing. With the help of the two, Wu used his company to fabricate the fact that the production project needed to advance funds first, and signed a contract with the company. After the funds arrived, Wu transferred 2 million yuan in kickbacks to Fang and Liu, and the remaining funds were wantonly consumed and squandered.

The truth gradually surfaced, however, the case spanned three places: the sales representatives Fang and Liu involved in the case were in Hefei (合肥), Anhui, the suspect Wu who fabricated the production project was in Ningbo (宁波), Zhejiang, and the headquarters of the technology company was located in Shanghai.

In the face of the complex situation across regions, Songjiang Economic Investigation immediately launched the regional linkage mechanism of three provinces and one city and nine cities in the Yangtze River Delta region, formed a joint force with the economic investigation departments of public security in Hefei, Anhui and Ningbo, Zhejiang, and arrested three criminal suspects, Fang, Liu and Wu.

The successful detection of the case and the recovery of stolen goods, the regional linkage mechanism of the Yangtze River Delta played a great role. The Songjiang District "Blue Whale" Enterprise Protection Workstation is located in the Yangtze River Delta G60 Science and Technology Innovation Corridor (长三角G60科创走廊). Based in Songjiang, Shanghai and serving the Yangtze River Delta, the workstation has joined hands with the economic investigation departments of public security in nine cities to sign the "Initiative on Promoting the 'Yangtze River Delta G60 Science and Technology Innovation Corridor Nine Cities Economic Investigation to Help Enterprises Ensure Smooth Operation' by the Economic Investigation Departments of Public Security in the Yangtze River Delta Region", providing collaborative guarantee for the healthy development of enterprises in the Yangtze River Delta region.

"In the past, cross-regional cases involved complex investigation and evidence collection processes, cumbersome coordination procedures, and often because the branches of the branch were 'rambling', we did not know where to start," said Jiang Yonghuan (蒋永欢), chief of the Economic Investigation Detachment of the Songjiang Branch of the Shanghai Municipal Public Security Bureau (上海市公安局松江分局). "After the establishment of the regional linkage mechanism in the Yangtze River Delta, the economic investigation departments of public security in nine cities share clues, jointly control risks, and jointly mediate contradictions. Case handling and situation investigation have achieved full connection, cross-regional cooperation efficiency has been further improved, and the rights and interests of enterprises have been better protected."

Resolve enterprise-related conflicts and disputes.

When enterprises develop to a certain stage, they face transformation and optimization, and internal and external conflicts occur frequently. How to effectively prevent "small conflicts" from causing "big problems"?

The "Blue Whale" Enterprise Protection Workstation relies on the "three-institute linkage" mechanism to provide mediation and other services around enterprise labor disputes, etc., to protect enterprises to "**轻装上阵**" (qīng zhuāng shàng zhèn - "travel light to battle," to go into battle unencumbered).

A few days ago, at a construction site in Qingpu District (青浦区), many workers gathered, and the site was once suspended. The person in charge of the enterprise involved anxiously dialed the phone of the Qingpu District "Blue Whale" Enterprise Protection Workstation.

The person in charge of the workstation quickly summoned the police from the local police station to rush to the scene and sent people to visit the enterprise.

It turned out that the dispute was caused by a disagreement between the enterprise and the contractor on the wage settlement standard.

The workstation then launched the "three-institute linkage" enterprise version of the conflict and dispute resolution mechanism. On the one hand, the workstation coordinated with the District Construction and Management Committee to interview the project owner, the general contracting company, and the person in charge of the labor company to prevent the escalation of the conflict; on the other hand, the Economic Investigation Detachment of the Qingpu Public Security Bureau organized the verification of the list of workers and the corresponding wage amount, and the Public Security Bureau's public security and local police station, together with the District Justice Bureau and the Human Resources and Social Security Bureau and other departments, listened to the workers' demands and provided legal advice to the workers to eliminate their concerns.

10 days, 10 rounds of mediation. Finally, the contractor paid the workers' wages in a timely manner, ensuring the smooth resumption of the project; the workers said that they had obtained remuneration through mediation and solved the urgent needs of their children's schooling and family medical treatment. So far, the project continued to be constructed, and the enterprise resumed normal operation.

"Relying on the 'Blue Whale' platform, quickly gathering relevant departments to carry out dispute resolution has greatly shortened the mediation cycle," said Xu Yuchao (徐宇超), the stationed police officer in charge of this dispute resolution.

From single-police type operations to multi-police type linkage, from crackdown to comprehensive governance, the "Blue Whale" Enterprise Protection Workstation has become a golden business card for Shanghai Public Security to escort the development of enterprises.

At present, there are 17 "Blue Whale" Enterprise Protection Workstations in Shanghai, and 31 "Blue Whale" Enterprise Protection Studios (points) have been set up in key industrial parks and business districts to send enterprise protection services to the "doorstep" of enterprises, providing convenient and efficient "one-stop" services for enterprises. As of now, relying on the "Blue Whale" Enterprise Protection Workstation, the Shanghai Public Security Economic Investigation Department has cumulatively solved more than 2,400 enterprise-related economic crime cases such as embezzlement and misappropriation of funds, provided more than 1,000 legal aid services for enterprises, and helped enterprises recover economic losses of more than 690 million yuan.

Extended reading

Improve the police-enterprise linkage mechanism.

The person in charge of the Economic Crime Investigation Bureau of the Ministry of Public Security (公安部) said that at present, affected by various factors, the overall situation of economic crime presents new characteristics of "prominent new economic crime problems, high amounts involved, and frequent occurrence of major cases". In particular, crowd-funded and Internet-related economic crimes continue to occur frequently, and the impact on the overall state of social security is increasing, and the public's perception is becoming more and more obvious.

From the practice of investigation and case handling, contract fraud crimes and internal corruption crimes of private enterprises are closely related to the production and operation of enterprises. According to reports, the public security economic investigation departments have implemented legal crackdowns on various outstanding economic crimes. From 2021 to April 2025, public security organs across the country have solved a total of more than 470,000 economic crime cases of various types. At the same time, the national public security economic investigation departments have continued to deepen the construction of the rule of law in economic investigation, and constantly improve the level of law enforcement and law enforcement credibility. For example, formulating relevant normative documents to strengthen and improve economic investigation law enforcement work, and continuously improve the level of legalization of economic investigation work; deploying and carrying out investigations and rectifications around the issues of involved property that enterprises are more concerned about, and promoting normalized governance, etc.

In recent years, the national public security economic investigation departments have focused on the urgent and difficult problems of enterprises, given full play to their functional roles, unblocked police-enterprise communication channels, and launched a series of new measures to help enterprises develop.

The Economic Crime Investigation Bureau of the Ministry of Public Security has launched the "Ten Work Guidelines for Public Security Economic Investigation Departments to Benefit the People and Enterprises". The public security economic investigation departments in various places have conscientiously implemented the requirements of the work guidelines. For example, the Zhejiang (浙江) Economic Investigation Department has clearly proposed ten key measures in five aspects: "helping enterprises serve, supervising enterprises, enforcing laws to protect enterprises, helping enterprises with strength, and empowering enterprises to ensure safety".

Strengthen economic crime prevention publicity. At present, public security organs across the country have organized the "5·15" National Public Security Organs to Combat and Prevent Economic Crime Publicity Day activities for 16 consecutive years, and carried out diversified and multi-channel centralized publicity for the concerns of enterprises, forming a strong momentum for joint prevention.

Deepen the departmental cooperation mechanism. The Economic Crime Investigation Bureau of the Ministry of Public Security has taken the lead in continuously strengthening cooperation with the All-China Federation of Industry and Commerce (全国工商联), the National Development and Reform Commission (国家发展改革委) and other departments. The public security economic investigation departments in various places have actively expanded their "circle of friends". For example, the Tianjin (天津) Municipal Public Security Bureau has continued to deepen the construction of "Enterprise Service Day" in conjunction with the Municipal Federation of Industry and Commerce, providing enterprises with legal training, policy interpretation and other services.

(This reporter Zhang Tianpei (张天培) interviewed and compiled)

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Online job hunting: Beware of "pie in the sky" turning into a "trap" (Jin Tai Commentary)

By: 张 璁

"Training fee 28,000 yuan, service fee 60,000 yuan, direct contract with a certain state-owned enterprise"... A company in Sichuan (四川) posted information on its corporate WeChat (微信) public account to lure workers into paying for job opportunities. An investigation revealed that the company had neither obtained a network recruitment service license nor been entrusted by the relevant state-owned enterprise to recruit, and its behavior was clearly false recruitment. The relevant departments ordered it to immediately delete the false information and revoked the company's human resources service license.

Currently, it is the peak season for recruitment and job seeking, and some "black job agencies" are also stirring online. Some use so-called "high-paying positions" as bait, deliberately fabricating false recruitment information to attract traffic and profit; some fly the banner of recruiting for famous enterprises, but in reality, they are engaged in "recruitment-to-training" scams; others collude with unscrupulous online lending platforms to deceive job seekers with various "recruitment-to-loan" schemes... These diverse illegal recruitment "routines" often use seemingly tempting "pies" to trap job seekers in "traps" that are difficult to guard against, and some even commit crimes in the name of recruitment.

Network recruitment is supposed to build a "bridge," so how can it provide a breeding ground for digging "pits" and setting "traps"? Recently, focusing on correcting various chaotic phenomena in online recruitment, the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security (人力资源和社会保障部), together with the Cyberspace Administration of China (中央网信办), the Ministry of Public Security (公安部), and other departments, organized various regions to carry out the 2025 special action to clean up and rectify the order of the human resources market. This included screening out 1,196 public accounts that were conducting job intermediary activities without permission, which have now been dealt with in accordance with relevant laws and regulations and platform operating rules, releasing a clear signal of regulating the industry and strengthening supervision.

To "avoid pits" in job seeking, it is crucial to effectively identify "routines" and dare to protect one's rights. On the one hand, job seekers must abandon wishful thinking and be wary of so-called "easy work with high pay" and other "pies" falling from the sky, checking, asking, and guarding against them more often to prevent ending up with "neither money nor job." On the other hand, a legal "safety net" must be woven for job seekers. In online recruitment, job seekers are naturally in a weak position, especially with the prominent problems of difficulty in defending rights and high costs. Therefore, unblocking channels for rights relief should not be ignored, so that job seekers dare to pick up legal weapons to defend their legitimate rights, forcing the continuous purification of the online recruitment ecosystem.

To eliminate chaos, platform responsibility cannot be "suspended in the air." The emergence of chaos in online recruitment stems from interest entanglement. For example, some online recruitment service platforms' income mainly comes from recruiting units, so they "turn a blind eye" to content review. Others are due to the platform's service capabilities not keeping up and the management level being inadequate, frequently exposing problems such as lax information control and leakage of personal information when faced with massive recruitment and job seeking information. In fact, normative documents such as the "Regulations on the Management of Online Recruitment Services" have already made clear requirements on the platform's service quality assurance and protection of job seekers' rights. Platforms that want to stand out in market competition must act as "gatekeepers" and build "firewalls" to seek long-term development through a good online recruitment ecosystem.

Employment is the greatest livelihood issue. Rectifying the chaos in online recruitment is a mandatory question for stabilizing employment and promoting income growth. A fair, transparent, and safe online recruitment ecosystem provides job seekers with peace of mind in protecting their rights and provides employers with confidence in "recruiting talents and revitalizing businesses." All parties must fulfill their responsibilities, form synergy, and give full play to the fundamental, stabilizing, and long-term guarantee role of the rule of law, releasing employment vitality, maintaining social stability, and providing escort for high-quality economic development.

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Comprehensive Governance Centers Move Closer to the People

By: 本报记者 武少民 靳 博

"Is it reasonable to not let us buy water and electricity in this hot weather!"

"We've been to your door and posted notices so many times about the overdue property management fees. We can't hold on any longer!"

A few days ago, in a residential community in Xiyingmen Street (西营门街), Xiqing District (西青区), Tianjin (天津), the property management company directly restricted the sale of water and electricity due to the long-term arrears of property management fees by some residents, triggering fierce conflicts with the residents.

"To resolve grassroots disputes and avoid escalating conflicts, timeliness and speed are important requirements." The Xiqing District Social Security Comprehensive Management Center (西青区社会治安综合治理中心) immediately dispatched the Xiyingmen Street Comprehensive Management Center and Mediation Committee.

"Don't worry, let's sort this out first." Mediators Wang Ju (王鞠) and Wang Hongjiang (王宏江) took on this task.

"What the property management company is doing is inappropriate. Article 944 of the Civil Code clearly stipulates that property management companies shall not collect property management fees by means of suspending power or water supply."

"The property management company provides services, and our owners should pay the property management fees on time; if you don't pay, the property management costs cannot be afforded, and the property management services cannot be effectively carried out. However, when the property management company urges the payment of property management fees, it must also act in accordance with the law."

The two presented the facts and explained the legal provisions. After patient mediation, the residents and the property management company sat down together in a calm manner and signed a mediation agreement: the residents who owed fees promised to pay the owed property management fees within the time specified in the agreement, and the property management company would restore the supply of water and electricity as soon as the residents paid the fees.

"Thanks to the Comprehensive Management Center, this problem can be solved in a timely manner. In the past, residents often didn't know where to go or which department to ask for help to resolve conflicts and disputes. Over time, the conflicts would escalate," the residents said with emotion.

Since the beginning of this year, many Tianjin citizens have found that the Comprehensive Management Center has opened in their own streets and townships, and they can find places to complain about problems and mediate disputes at their doorsteps. The mediators are usually around the masses and know the situation better.

In order to allow the masses to "run only one place" to resolve their demands and "enter only one door" to resolve their knots, Tianjin has listed a timetable for the standardized construction of the Comprehensive Management Center: by the end of this year, all township (street) Comprehensive Management Centers must achieve the "five haves" goal of "having a sign, having a place, having strength, having a mechanism, and having an effect" and complete standardized construction.

"We have made it clear that the Comprehensive Management Center in the streets and townships must have police stations, judicial office personnel, and lawyers permanently stationed, comprehensively integrate various resources such as relevant functional departments and characteristic mediation organizations, and resolve conflicts and disputes to the greatest extent possible in the town area," said Gu Liang (顾亮), Deputy Secretary of the Wuqing District (武清区) Party Committee and Political and Legal Committee (政法委) in charge of daily work.

"In line with the principle of opening the door to receive the masses and providing convenient and efficient services to the masses, Tianjin requires that the reception places of each Comprehensive Management Center be located in areas with convenient transportation and convenient access for the masses. Each Comprehensive Management Center must also fully register all the demands reflected by the masses, issue an acceptance notice after accepting them in accordance with the law, and achieve 案结事了人和 (àn jié shì liǎo rén hé - "case closed matter resolved people harmonious," to resolve disputes thoroughly and harmoniously) through closed-loop management," said a relevant person in charge of the Tianjin Municipal Party Committee and Political and Legal Committee (天津市委政法委).

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In case of disputes over standard terms, interpretations should favor consumers (legal case analysis)

By: 本报记者  金  歆

There was a dispute over the interpretation of contract terms, with the consumer and the merchant having different understandings. Which side would the court support? Recently, the Supreme People's Court (最高人民法院) announced a case.

Ms. Fang placed an order for two concert tickets on a platform. Immediately after purchasing them, Ms. Fang discovered that the concert time conflicted with her existing schedule. She also saw in the "Ticketing Instructions" that a refund could be processed unconditionally within 48 hours of the pre-sale opening, during the normal working hours of the ticketing platform's customer service.

At this time, less than 48 hours had passed since the pre-sale opening. Therefore, Ms. Fang requested a refund for the first ticket order and was successful. However, when she tried to refund the second ticket, she was told that it was not possible.

Why could the first one be refunded, but not the second one? After communicating with customer service, Ms. Fang learned that the "Ticketing Instructions" stipulated: "The same attendee and the same purchasing account are entitled to only one refund for the same show. After a refund has been made, if the purchaser/purchasing account purchases tickets for the same show again, they will no longer be entitled to a refund."

The ticketing platform's understanding of this sentence was that one account, one show, and one attendee could only refund one ticket. In other words, Ms. Fang had already "made one refund" by refunding the first ticket, so she could not refund the second ticket.

However, Ms. Fang disagreed with this interpretation. Her understanding of the clause was that if she refunded a ticket and then bought another one, the newly purchased ticket could not be refunded. Since she did not refund and then buy again, and both tickets were purchased at the same time, they could both be refunded.

Ms. Fang negotiated with the platform's company multiple times without reaching an agreement and sued the company to the Beijing Internet Court (北京互联网法院), requesting the platform to refund the remaining ticket price.

If a clause in a contract has two interpretations, how will the court handle it?

The court held that, first, regarding the nature of the Ticketing Instructions. The platform set up a pop-up window for the Ticketing Instructions on the ticket purchase page, and consumers had to select "I have read and agree" to successfully purchase tickets. These Ticketing Instructions were pre-drafted for repeated use and were not negotiated with the other party when the contract was concluded. They should be considered standard terms as stipulated in the Civil Code.

Article 498 of the Civil Code stipulates that if there is a dispute over the understanding of standard terms, it should be interpreted according to the usual understanding. If there are two or more interpretations of standard terms, the interpretation unfavorable to the party providing the standard terms should be adopted. In this case, even if, as the ticketing platform stated, there was an understanding of the content of the Ticketing Instructions as "a refund account is entitled to only one unconditional refund," the interpretation unfavorable to the platform and more favorable to the consumer, which is Ms. Fang's own understanding, should be chosen.

In addition, according to the clause, the prerequisite for no longer being entitled to a refund is specifically stated as "if the purchaser/purchasing account purchases tickets for the same show again, they will no longer be entitled to a refund." According to the usual understanding, it should be "re-purchasing after a successful refund" that results in no refund entitlement. In this case, the plaintiff Ms. Fang's second order was placed before the first ticket was refunded, so it should not fall under the circumstances stipulated in the above clause.

The judge of the Second Comprehensive Trial Division of the Beijing Internet Court (北京互联网法院) stated that concert tickets have characteristics such as time sensitivity and limited availability, and ticketing operators have a real need to formulate refund rules based on their own business conditions. However, refund rules should be clear, unambiguous, fair, and reasonable. Therefore, in summary, the court supported the plaintiff Ms. Fang's claim for a refund of the ticket price.

The judge reminded that most current online contracts appear in the form of standard terms. When operators formulate rules, if there are multiple interpretations, the interpretation favorable to consumers should be adopted in the event of a dispute. This is not only a requirement of the Civil Code and other laws, but it is also the only way to urge operators to take consumer rights seriously, properly balance consumer interests, and promote the vigorous and healthy development of cultural products and the online consumer market.

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This section's editor: Jin Xin

Layout Design: Zhang Fangman (张芳曼)

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Firmly establish cultural confidence, take root in the fertile soil of life, and create outstanding works.

On the new journey, I hope you will continue to set an example in both moral integrity and artistic excellence, leading the vast number of filmmakers to strengthen their cultural confidence, take root in the fertile soil of life, and strive to create more excellent works that eulogize the spirit of the times and express the voice of the people, so as to make new contributions to the prosperity and development of the literary and artistic cause and the construction of a strong cultural nation."

Recently, General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) replied to a letter from eight film artists, including Tian Hua (田华), expressing his earnest expectations for filmmakers. Today, this edition invites veteran, middle-aged, and young filmmakers to discuss their gains and insights from studying General Secretary Xi Jinping's (习近平) reply.

--Editor

Serving the People for a Lifetime

Tao Yuling (陶玉玲) (Actress)

I joined the army at the age of 14 and am now 91 years old. My growth has been deeply influenced by the military and by my predecessors. The Party and the military nurtured me.

I started as a stage actress. "The Story of Liubao (柳堡的故事)" was my first film. The screenwriter Huang Zongjiang (黄宗江) recommended me to the director. At the age of 20, I met "Second Sister." It wasn't until 1978 that I was transferred to the August First Film Studio (八一电影制片厂), and from then on, I became a true film actress. Tian Hua (田华), Wang Xiaotang (王晓棠), Wang Xingang (王心刚)... these film artists have made tremendous contributions to the development of Chinese cinema. In front of them, I am an elementary school student.

General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) said in his reply, "Seeing your letters, I can't help but think of the familiar classic films you participated in creating. For a long time, you have shaped vivid and lively screen images with your love for the Party and the people and your adherence to artistic ideals, leaving behind beautiful memories for generations of audiences."

We have only made a few films and done a little insignificant work, but we have received such great affirmation. I am particularly moved.

I think this is not only an encouragement to us old comrades, but also an encouragement to filmmakers across the country and to literary and art workers across the country, and it will also inspire us to make greater contributions to the construction of a strong cultural nation.

General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) asked us in his reply to continue to set an example in both moral integrity and artistic excellence. I am 91 years old and often feel that my heart is willing but my strength is not enough, but I think that even if I play a member of the masses, I must play it as the main character. I remember when I first joined the army, Commander Chen Yi (陈毅) gave us the first lesson, the theme of which was "Serve the People." Since then, the five words "Serve the People" have been firmly engraved in my heart and have become my motto. I want to serve the people for a lifetime, take root in life, work hard, and better sing the praises of our great era.

Creating Good Works Down-to-Earth

Chen Daoming (陈道明) (Chairman of the China Film Association (中国电影家协会))

As an actor with 50 years of experience in the arts, I have been growing up under the care of the Party and the state. Since entering the film industry, I have witnessed and participated in the development of New China's cinema. I deeply know that film is not only an art, but also a recorder of the times and a disseminator of the spirit. As a filmmaker, our works influence the audience's values and aesthetic orientation. We must present positive and meaningful works to the audience with a high sense of responsibility and mission.

Thinking back to the years when I first appeared on the screen and filmed "Snowstorm Tonight (今夜有暴风雪)," the focused eyes, busy figures, and selfless dedication of the Changchun Film Studio (长影) people always come to mind. They cultivated deeply on the set, injecting soul into the film and letting the light and shadow illuminate people's hearts. The fine tradition of the "cradle of New China's cinema" has always run through my acting career.

General Secretary Xi Jinping's (习近平) reply is a great encouragement and deep expectation for all filmmakers. There is still a long way to go for China to move from a big film country to a strong film country. Film and television practitioners must be down-to-earth and create good works that are close to the people. The key to film creation is to go deep into life, take root in the people, reflect the joys, sorrows, and joys of ordinary people in the contemporary era, and dig out more vivid and lively stories and shape more flesh-and-blood characters.

General Secretary Xi Jinping's (习近平) reply is not only an encouragement to "silver-haired" filmmakers, but also places high hopes on young filmmakers. Everyone has been young and has had times of impetuosity. Young filmmakers must read the deep meaning from this reply, and they must calm down and increase their sense of life and professional experience. After all, rich experience is the guarantee of creation. Literature and art must shape people's hearts, and creators must first shape themselves. Young filmmakers must learn from outstanding film predecessors and have professional constraints, cultural awareness, and a spirit of hard work.

The film industry is the people's cause. Only with a sincere heart, professional strength, and patriotic feelings can we live up to General Secretary Xi Jinping's (习近平) earnest expectations, the people's ardent expectations, and the great mission entrusted by the times.

Improving Creative Quality and Praising the Spirit of the Times

Chen Kaige (陈凯歌) (Director)

In his reply to eight film artists, including Tian Hua (田华), General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) affirmed the outstanding achievements of Chinese cinema in the past and also put forward new requirements for us, that is, to set an example in both moral integrity and artistic excellence, and strive to create more excellent works that eulogize the spirit of the times and express the voice of the people.

In the new era, Chinese cinema has made great achievements. As a creator, I personally feel the care and support of the Party and the government for film work, which makes me believe that Chinese cinema has a bright future. This prompts me to think more urgently about two questions:

First, how to keep up with the pace of the times through artistic innovation? If film creation is a reflection of the times, then the new situations, new trends, and even new problems that arise in the process of the progress of the times should be reflected and expressed to a certain extent. Creators should get rid of the determinism of themes, expand their understanding of the concept of the main theme, and sincerely show the rich and colorful reality of life. In addition to the artistic attributes of film that we have repeatedly said, paying attention to what society is concerned about, reflecting what the audience yearns for, cares about, and wants to see, making films down-to-earth, and making films have a certain timeliness and sensitivity, thereby arousing the audience's new expectations for film content and feeling that films are standing with them, this should be an important way for film development.

Moral integrity and artistic excellence must not be forgotten for a moment. Expressing the voice of the people is the fruitful result we ultimately expect. To achieve this goal, creators need to be brave in innovation and dare to break through. Firmly establish cultural confidence, let go of hands and feet, and form a warm and positive creative atmosphere, so that our film works become fresh, lively, lively, and diverse, with the sharpness of facing reality, so that we can truly win the love of the majority of the audience.

Second, how to improve quality and produce more excellent works? In recent years, the overall quality of Chinese films has made significant progress. Blockbusters and excellent films have emerged one after another, which is obvious to the majority of the audience. This is also the result of the hard work of film creators. However, from the perspective of development, there are still some problems. In the current market environment, due to cost reasons, some films are shot very quickly, the quality is relatively rough, and the tendency of homogenization is more obvious. However, some of these films have good box office results. Therefore, some people believe that compared with quality, cost is the hard truth, and the "homogenization plus rapid production" of products has become a temporary trend. This approach is actually unsustainable, and excessive homogenization will always make people lose their appetite.

I always believe that the audience's first demand for films is fresh content and superior quality. The upward path of Chinese films is supported by improving quality. The only way for film creators to be responsible to the audience is to improve quality. Of course, improving film quality involves many aspects, such as talent cultivation, creative vision, innovation and change, and technical means. However, improving creative quality is indeed one of the most urgent tasks we face today.

A scholar cannot but be resolute and broad-minded, for his burden is heavy and his road is long. This is how Chinese cinema has come over the past few decades and hundreds of years. Let us continue to work hard and create new peaks.

Dedicate the Best Films to the People

Fu Ruoqing (傅若清) (Chairman of China Film Group (中影集团))

General Secretary Xi Jinping's (习近平) reply is full of deep affection, and every word is full of care and high hopes for films and filmmakers.

With a pure heart, film art can be full of vitality, and the film industry can be endless. China Film Group (中影集团) was formed by eight film units with a long history, creating many "firsts" in the history of Chinese cinema: the first color feature film in New China, "Blessing (祝福)," the first Sino-foreign co-production film, "The Kite (风筝)," the first imported revenue-sharing blockbuster, "The Fugitive (亡命天涯)," the first film equipment franchise enterprise, the first construction of a Chinese distribution and screening network, the first Chinese film digital production base... These "firsts" embody the loyalty and love of Chinese filmmakers to the Party and the people. With the country in mind, we are determined to devote ourselves to the film industry and bravely be pioneers in the industry. With the people in mind, we wholeheartedly devote ourselves to honing artistic character, feel the pulse of the times with the people, and sing for the times and the people.

The most fundamental method of literary and artistic creation is to take root in the people and take root in life. This kind of "deep rooting" is to transform life accumulation into artistic truth. China Film Group (中影集团) people always aim their cameras at the hot reality, so that excellent works bloom with the light of the times.

The "Me and My" trilogy of films reflects the historical moments when the people and the country share the same breath and destiny with people and things around them and small cuts and big feelings, and shows the spirit of self-reliance and hard work of the Chinese people; the "Wandering Earth (流浪地球)" series tells the story of home with "Chinese-style science fiction," showing the world the unique family and country feelings of the Chinese people and the strong desire to build a community with a shared future for mankind; a series of excellent works such as "Cloudy Mountain (峰爆)" and "Embrace Again (穿过寒冬拥抱你)" have won the consensus, empathy, and resonance of the majority of the audience.

People's feelings are a kind of selfless love of "having all the people in mind." Films belong to the people and are for the people. Only by adhering to the creative orientation of putting the people at the center can film works truly shine and realize their value. The creation of the China Film Group (中影集团) film "The Volunteers (志愿军)" trilogy lasted for 4 years. The main creative team visited veteran soldiers who resisted US aggression and aided Korea, and consulted hundreds of thousands of words of historical materials, striving to restore the heroic group portraits with real details, so that those "most beloved people" who shoulder the heavy trust of the people and the expectations of the nation shine on the screen. After the film was screened, a 90-year-old veteran said with tears in his eyes: "Many scenes remind me of those comrades who sacrificed." This moment makes us more determined: art must take root in history and the people in order to truly have the power to move people's hearts. The film "Nanjing Photo Studio (南京照相馆)" tells the story of unity and courage awakened in desperation for "something more important than life" through the lens of an old photo studio. Between the dark night and the light, the torch of national spirit held high illuminates the cultural resilience that runs through wind and rain, and contributes a share of light and heat to enhancing the people's strength and inspiring the national spirit.

In the new era, the audience needs good films that focus on real life and show the Chinese spirit, Chinese values, and Chinese strength, and hopes to see good works that express the aspirations, creativity, and development results. The audience's expectations are the direction of Chinese filmmakers' efforts. We must praise the era with light and shadow, sing the praises of the people, and use excellent works to demonstrate the Chinese spirit and continue the millennium-old culture, so as to make new contributions to the prosperity and development of the literary and artistic cause and the construction of a strong cultural nation.

Creating Sincerely on the Basis of Integrity

Zhang Ji (张冀) (Screenwriter)

2025 is the 120th anniversary of the birth of Chinese cinema. General Secretary Xi Jinping's (习近平) reply to eight film artists has encouraged and warmed every Chinese filmmaker. The classic film works created by many senior artists are still new after a long time, leaving beautiful memories for generations of audiences. The root cause is still good creation. Good creation, a few short words are easy to say, but difficult to do. If we follow in the footsteps of senior artists, we can still find the rules.

Good creation is that film creators take root in the hot soil of life, find real evidence through a lot of observation, interviews, and experience, and listen, watch, feel, contact, and understand tirelessly, accumulate real materials, touch the temperature of the times, and feel the pulse of the times. As creators, we must break the limitations of the small self, stand humbly and sincerely in the middle of the people, and find our own way of connecting with the times and the people.

Our era has produced many charming characters and stories, providing a rich treasure for film creation. The key is whether we put in the effort to discover and whether we use our hearts to explore.

Good creation should also strengthen cultural confidence. As Chinese audiences increasingly recognize and love excellent Chinese traditional culture, they are eager to see our hot era in movies, eager to see themselves in stories, and eager to see the aesthetic artistic conception of China in movies. As creators, we should pay close attention to their needs, respond quickly, and meet their expectations.

In the past, our film creators mainly learned the concepts and techniques of film creation from foreign countries, and there was a lack of Chinese traditional culture and artistic accomplishment. Therefore, our young creators should re-learn and read classics, go to museums, go to cultural relics, think about the philosophy of "The Master said by the river: It is passing like this, never ceasing, day and night!" in the smoke of history, go to the mountains and rivers of the motherland to appreciate Zhuangzi's aesthetic realm of "Heaven and earth have great beauty but do not speak," feel Du Fu's grand atmosphere of "The boundless forest sheds its leaves shower by shower, The endless river rolls on and on," and understand Su Dongpo's artistic conception of "Looking back at the bleak place, returning, there is no wind or rain or sunshine"... Only by creating with tradition as the foundation can we stride forward; only by creating with national culture as the root can we grow upward.

To shoulder the cultural mission of the new era and climb from the plateau to the peak, we should also strive to innovate and create. The spirit of innovation ensures that we keep pace with the times in our creative concepts, take the initiative to break the routine and clichés, and eliminate complacency and self-obsession. Pursuing truth in creation does not mean being confined to prototypes in creation. We should base ourselves on materials and boldly imagine and create in broader themes and deeper connotations. Starting from the macro level and writing from the micro level, we use the social microcosm to express ordinary and ordinary people in the era. They are doing extraordinary things and finding out the organic connection with history. True innovation is to create sincerely on the basis of integrity.

Moral Integrity and Artistic Excellence Are a Lifelong Lesson for Filmmakers

Zhang Yi (张译) (Actor)

Eight film artists, including Tian Hua (田华), are models of morality in our industry, pioneers of film art, and elders of our film and television family. From their heavy works and the life of moral integrity and artistic excellence, I understand what is the people's literature and art, what is the filmmaker's homework, and what is inheritance and heavy trust.

Since entering the industry, I have been fortunate enough to meet a group of excellent films and TV series. These works have achieved a certain market value and have also gained fruitful social value.

"Soldiers Sortie (士兵突击)" inspired batches of young people to join the national defense; "My Chief and My Regiment (我的团长我的团)" viewers spontaneously donated to build 14 Hope Primary Schools; "Dearest (亲爱的)" facilitated the reunion of multiple separated families; "Article 20 (第二十条)" promoted judicial progress with the power of film; "My People, My Country (我和我的祖国)" once again set off a wave of admiration for heroes; "Home Coming (万里归途)" once again allowed audiences at home and abroad to feel our national feelings and the core value of the community with a shared future for mankind.

The common reason why these works are loved by the audience is that the materials for creation come from the people, give back to the people, and are ultimately recognized by the people.
The older generation has consistently set an example for us younger generations. Cultivating morality and art is a lifelong pursuit for us filmmakers. I remember one day on stage, Teacher Song Xiaoying (宋晓英) held my hand and said, "Child, your hands are cold, don't be nervous." Since then, I have learned to calm down and face every challenge. At a script meeting, Teacher Pan Hong (潘虹), whom I met for the first time, said to me, "Talk about your views, I want to hear you." Since then, I have also learned to listen to other people's opinions. Once, when the China Film Association (影协) visited the set, Teacher Chen Daoming (陈道明) stared at me seriously and said, "An actor must cherish every trace left in front of the camera." Since then, I have tried my best in every second of performance.

I was once saddened that I left my teacher's wings too early, but I am also grateful that there are always these seniors like strict fathers and loving mothers, telling us the rules of being a person before being an artist.

In recent years, I have had the honor of accompanying the Chinese film delegation on three visits abroad. In the process of communicating with overseas audiences, I deeply felt that the enthusiasm of foreign audiences is not only because they like our movies, but also because of their appreciation and recognition of the development achievements of China in the new era.

I think of my old unit, which was called the Anti-Japanese War Drama Troupe (抗敌剧社) during the Anti-Japanese War. The predecessors often performed for their comrades before the battle to boost morale. After the performance, the cast and crew would also carry their guns and rush to the battlefield. I have recently been reading "A True Record of the Anti-Japanese War Drama Troupe" (《抗敌剧社实录》), in which there is an article called "Deep Remembrance" (《深切的怀念》). The author mourned her comrade-in-arms, the actor Chen Yuran (陈雨然). She said: "Comrade Chen Yuran (陈雨然), who was only 17 years old, sacrificed in a breakout battle under the bayonets of Japanese fascists, which I cannot forget." The author is Teacher Tian Hua (田华). Because of this, I understand even more the tears that Teacher Tian Hua (田华) shed during the interview, and I agree more with what she said: "I belong to the country. The motherland has changed my life, the Party has changed my life, the People's Liberation Army (解放军) has changed my life, and the people have changed my life even more."

Last year, when Teacher Tian Hua (田华) was awarded the national honorary title of "People's Artist" (人民艺术家), she solemnly saluted in her military uniform. I also had the honor to exchange military salutes with Teacher Tian Hua (田华). This is the highest etiquette between soldiers, and it is also the inheritance and entrustment of an old soldier on the literary and artistic front to the younger generation of new soldiers. I will spur myself on the new journey to work hard and contribute my meager strength to the prosperity and development of the film industry.

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Young actor says

Using Roles to Record the Pulse of the Times

Liu Haoran (刘昊然) (Actor, China Coal Mine Art Troupe)

The older generation of artists has created vivid and lively artistic images, setting a benchmark for us young actors in terms of personal conduct and artistic pursuit.

I remember when filming the movie *Decoded*, Rong Jinzhen's (容金珍) dedication to deciphering "Purple Code" shone like a beam of light on my path as an actor. In *Nanjing Photography Studio*, A Chang (阿昌), whom I played, initially wanted to survive, but eventually risked his life to transmit the evidence of the Japanese invaders' crimes. His struggle and courage are an epitome of the millions of people who fought against the Japanese. These roles tell me that adhering to artistic ideals is never an isolated self-expression, but a dialogue with the times. The words and deeds of the older generation taught me that the length of an artistic life depends on how many seeds you bury in the soul of a character. Faced with the noise of fleeting popularity, young actors need to be more vigilant against "fast-consuming creation," using roles to speak and works to communicate with the audience. When playing Rong Jinzhen (容金珍), I tried to stay quiet on set to feel his loneliness and dedication.

In my opinion, actors are like "developers of the times," and each three-dimensional and vivid character is a slice of historical coordinates. In the future, I am willing to continue doing this "developing" work, striving to make each role a screen specimen that reflects the spirit of the times, and using roles to record the pulse of the times.

Being a Literary and Art Worker with a Sense of Responsibility

Hu Xianxu (胡先煦) (Actor, National Theatre of China)

To advocate morality and art, actors need to love this career from the bottom of their hearts. Love will drive us to constantly learn, accumulate, and find the bits and pieces rooted in life.

For more than 10 years, each work and role has continuously deepened my understanding of acting, and has also given me a deeper understanding of the profession of actor.

Many senior teachers have selflessly and generously given me guidance and leadership. When filming *Song of the Phoenix*, director Wu Tianming (吴天明) allowed me, who couldn't stop talking as a child, to calm down and feel the life of the young Lan Yu (蓝玉). Before filming, I went to the Loess Plateau to harvest wheat and experienced half a month of life, truly listening, truly seeing, and truly feeling. This work enlightened me about acting, and I began to think about how to go from playing myself to shaping a character. With awe for this profession, I firmly believe: starting with love and succeeding with love, as long as we work hard for the things we identify with, they will most sincerely respond to our lives.

As a young actor, I am willing to pay more attention to the role and less attention to myself, loving the art in my heart rather than myself in the art. To be an actor with "many plays," continue to play each role seriously, and strive to be a literary and art worker with faith, character, and a sense of responsibility.

Always Maintain Creative Passion

Zhang Zifeng (张子枫) (Actor)

As a post-00s filmmaker, I deeply admire the senior film artists. They used classic works and vivid characters to portray the times and express the feelings of the people. I have always hoped that I can inherit the craftsmanship and perseverance of my predecessors in art.

I am very honored to have played Li Xiao (李晓), a volunteer army English translator, in the *The Volunteers: To the War* trilogy. In the first film, Li Xiao's state was more of ignorance, but this ignorance planted a seed in her to understand the small family and the big family; in the second film, the seed in her heart sprouted, and she became calm because she understood why her father and brother went to the battlefield. It is unforgettable when Li Xiao (李晓), whom I played, went from the United Nations to the battlefield, and when the soldiers next to her and Li Xiao (李晓) sang the song of homesickness together, I, who was born in a peaceful era, seemed to be in the smoke of war, and the feelings of home and country surged in my heart. In the process of experiencing and empathizing with the characters, I can better understand that passionate watch.

We need to always be full of love, always maintain creative passion, root the most real emotions in the characters, express the voice of the people with our works, and promote the spirit of the times. In future film creation, we only need to cultivate tirelessly, and when we break ground, we can see the vastness and magnificence of the world.

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This edition's editor: Wang Jin

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