Summary: According to the article, China's internet regulator, the Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC), has focused on strengthening Party leadership in cyberspace, promoting positive online content, and rectifying "disorder" to create a "clear and upright" online environment. The CAC has launched campaigns against online rumors, illegal AI practices, and harmful content targeting minors. It also promotes "positive energy" through online campaigns featuring Xi Jinping's thought and achievements, as well as traditional Chinese culture and values. Efforts have also been made to enhance international communication, aiming to present a positive image of China and the CCP to the world. The article does not mention the United States.
Summary: Henan Province is actively integrating into and serving the national unified market, following directives from Xi Jinping to break down barriers and promote high-quality development. The province is focusing on unifying market institutions, promoting the free flow of resources, and strengthening infrastructure, particularly its transportation network, to facilitate a larger market. These efforts include streamlining business registration, establishing talent recruitment programs, and improving logistics, exemplified by the rapid transport of seafood from coastal areas to Zhengzhou. According to Henan Provincial Party Secretary Liu Ning, Henan aims to be a key hub in the national unified market and a vital support for domestic and international dual circulation. The article makes no mention of the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: A nationwide campaign is underway to educate cadres on establishing and practicing a "correct view of performance" (正确政绩观), focusing on loyalty to the Party, serving the people, scientific decision-making, and pragmatic action. Various Party organizations, including the State Administration of Science, Technology and Industry for National Defence (国家国防科技工业局), are implementing study sessions and incorporating the campaign into routine training programs. Local governments, such as those in Xinjiang, Beijing, and Jiangsu, are holding study sessions and integrating the campaign into Party school curricula. Organizations are also promoting practical application of the principles, as exemplified by the State Administration of Foreign Exchange (国家外汇局) working to improve foreign exchange policy. The campaign emphasizes integrating theoretical study with practical work to promote high-quality development.
Summary: The article focuses on the progress of Xiong'an New Area's development, emphasizing the integration of high-quality construction with efficient governance. It highlights improvements in public services, such as optimized transportation and streamlined administrative processes, and the creation of a more attractive environment for businesses and residents. The piece also mentions the implementation of smart city technologies and a focus on coordinated planning ("three cities") to avoid inefficient urban sprawl. The goal is to build a modern city that serves the people and promotes high-quality development, guided by new ideas and practices. The article makes no explicit reference to the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: On March 28th, the 18th "Serf Emancipation Day in Tibet," cadres and people of all ethnic groups in Tibet commemorated the 67th anniversary of democratic reform in Tibet through various activities. A mass performance was held in Zongjiao Lukang Park in Lhasa to mark the occasion. The article highlights the celebration of this anniversary. There is no mention of the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: During "China Water Week," discussions centered on the harmonious coexistence of water, people, cities, and nature, framing it as a critical developmental question. China has achieved economic growth and abundant harvests while maintaining zero growth in overall water consumption by adapting water usage to resources. This involved measures like relocating water-intensive enterprises and promoting water efficiency. Technological innovation in areas like wastewater reuse and intelligent water management systems is key to further addressing water resource constraints and supporting high-quality green development. By enhancing technological innovation and improving social governance, China aims to align resource utilization with high-quality development.
Summary: Chongqing High-tech Zone is implementing reforms to optimize its business environment by improving factor allocation, government services, and the rule of law. The zone is offering flexible land supply policies, such as adjusted land grant terms and digital tools for site selection, to attract investment. Financial support for tech companies is being strengthened through innovative loan programs and equity investment. Furthermore, the zone is streamlining administrative processes and offering proactive assistance to businesses, aiming for efficient regulation and reduced interference.
Summary: The city of Jingdezhen in Jiangxi province is revitalizing its ceramics industry by focusing on cultural tourism and immersive experiences. Traditional workshops and large manufacturers are shifting from solely selling products to offering hands-on experiences for tourists, including pottery making and painting. Educational tourism is growing, with domestic and international students participating in workshops and cultural exchange. Jingdezhen’s cultural tourism initiatives are also creating economic benefits for the city, increasing both the number of tourist and the amount they are spending. The innovative approach is transforming Jingdezhen into a vibrant cultural center.
Summary: This article discusses Jingdezhen's efforts to integrate culture and tourism by transforming traditional ceramics from mere "objects of appreciation" into interactive experiences. This involves supply-side reforms aimed at activating cultural assets through service innovation. The city aims to inject vitality into cultural heritage by making it accessible through workshops and educational bases. The article suggests this model offers a reference for other cities, highlighting the need to balance cultural preservation with market innovation. This will allow cities to create consumer ecosystems that allow ordinary people to interact and immerse themselves in their local culture.
Summary: China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) and other departments jointly issued an "Implementation Plan for High-Quality Development of Energy-Saving Equipment," aiming for breakthroughs in key materials and improved energy efficiency in major industries by 2028. MIIT official Wang Peng emphasized the plan's focus on technological innovation across the entire value chain, from raw materials to equipment operation. The plan targets six types of energy-saving equipment including electric motors, transformers, and hydrogen production equipment, and focuses on better matching equipment to its workload and operational environment. The plan encourages the development of integrated system solutions tailored to specific industries and applications, moving away from a "one-size-fits-all" approach. The overall goal is to support China's industrial modernization and carbon neutrality targets through enhanced energy efficiency.
Summary: The Ya'an tea region in Sichuan province has entered its peak tea harvesting season, with farmers and buyers converging on the area. The region is leveraging partnerships with institutions like Sichuan Agricultural University to improve tea cultivation and production. By 2025, Ya'an anticipates reaching 1,002,500 mu of tea gardens and a comprehensive output value of 29 billion yuan. This integrated system aims to improve tea quality and market access. There is no reference to the United States in this article.
Summary: In 2025, China's digital consumption reached 25.3 trillion yuan, an increase of 8.7% year-on-year, with digital service consumption growing by 12.5% and becoming the main engine driving the growth of digital consumption. E-commerce has made offline consumption more active, with offline digital consumption increasing by 13.8%. Eight departments, including the Ministry of Commerce, issued guidance on vigorously developing digital consumption. Over 40 supporting documents and standards were issued, integrating digital technology into culture, tourism, medical care, and urban services.
Summary: As reported by the National Medical Products Administration, China's innovative drug out-licensing deals have surpassed $60 billion USD year-to-date, approaching half of 2023's total. Ten innovative drugs have been approved this year, with eight being originally developed in China. In 2023, China approved 76 innovative drugs and out-licensing deals totaled over $130 billion USD, both record highs. These figures reflect increasing international recognition of China's drug research and development capabilities. The article does not discuss the United States or US-China relations.
Summary: A campaign promoting a "correct view of performance" (*zhengque zhengjiguan*) among cadres is underway, focusing on themes of public service, scientific decision-making, and practical work. Party groups at various levels, including the State Administration of Science, Technology and Industry for National Defence, are studying Xi Jinping's directives on performance evaluation. Localities such as Xinjiang, Beijing, and Jiangsu are incorporating the study into training programs. The campaign emphasizes linking theoretical study with practical work, such as in the State Administration of Foreign Exchange's efforts to promote high-level opening, or with the China Three Gorges Corporation's participation in national water network construction.
Summary: Chongqing High-tech Zone is optimizing its business environment by reforming factor allocation, including land use and financing, to support high-quality development. The zone has introduced flexible land supply methods, such as adjusted industrial land transfer terms, and financial products tailored for technology companies. Digital applications and streamlined online services further enhance efficiency for businesses, reducing application materials and processing times. A differentiated regulatory approach, incorporating credit and risk assessments, minimizes disruptions and shortens inspection times for enterprises. These reforms aim to foster a favorable environment for business growth and innovation in Chongqing.
Summary: The Ministry of Commerce and China Export & Credit Insurance Corporation (SINOSURE) jointly issued a notice on leveraging export credit insurance to promote high-quality commercial development in the 15th Five-Year Plan period. The notice calls for strengthening collaboration between local commercial departments and SINOSURE branches to increase export credit insurance support. Key areas include optimizing goods trade, fostering new foreign trade drivers, promoting domestic and foreign trade integration, guiding the cross-border layout of supply chains, deepening "Belt and Road" economic and trade cooperation, and strengthening support for SMEs. The notice mentions using various insurance products and financial services to manage overseas risks and facilitate project implementation under the Belt and Road Initiative.
Summary: The 2026 Zhongguancun Forum, themed "Deep Integration of Scientific and Technological Innovation and Industrial Innovation," was held in Beijing, gathering participants from over 100 countries and regions. Attendees like World Intellectual Property Organization Deputy Director General Wang Binying and others highlighted China's achievements in technological innovation, including being the first country with over 5 million valid domestic invention patents. International guests emphasized China's leading position in science and technology, driven by strategic planning, R&D investment, and talent cultivation. Speakers also noted China's open approach to sharing its technological progress and promoting global cooperation in science and technology, and the importance of learning from and working with China.
Summary: The Boao Forum for Asia (BFA) 2024 concluded, emphasizing unity, cooperation, and innovation for addressing global challenges. Participants advocated for multilateralism and economic globalization, highlighting the role of developing countries and open trade. Discussions focused on regional cooperation within Asia to address economic slowdown, supply chain diversification, and the need for interconnected infrastructure and trade. The forum recognized China's role in global economic growth and technological innovation, presenting its development model as a solution to global imbalances. Furthermore, the forum highlighted Asia's leading role in the global economic transformation, particularly in the green and digital transitions.
Summary: Secretary-General Shi Zhongjun of the China-ASEAN Center stated that the Boao Forum for Asia (BFA) 2026 annual conference holds significant practical and strategic importance for promoting regional cooperation. He noted that China-ASEAN trade exceeded \$1 trillion in 2025 and highlighted digital and green economies as key drivers for future collaboration. Shi emphasized that China-ASEAN cooperation serves as a successful model for Asia-Pacific regional collaboration, with China's technological advancements aligning well with ASEAN's industrial upgrade needs. Furthermore, he mentioned that China's expansion of high-level opening-up offers new opportunities for China-ASEAN economic and trade cooperation. Shi called for open communication to build consensus and cooperation to solve difficulties.
Summary: A domestically produced, large hard rock tunnel boring machine (TBM) destined for Italy's Fortezza railway project rolled off the assembly line at China Railway Construction Heavy Industry's (CRCHI) Changsha industrial park. The TBM incorporates several advanced technologies, including synchronized thrust and assembly, automated segment lifting, and adaptive power management. The equipment's export highlights China's technological advancement in specialized manufacturing. The article does not discuss the United States or U.S.-China relations. The article names no individuals that accompanied the presentation of the TBM.
Summary: Hassan Ragab, foreign dean of the Confucius Institute at Suez Canal University, stated that China's "15th Five-Year Plan" aims to provide certainty to a turbulent world through high-quality development, high-level opening up, and deepened cooperation with the Global South. Ragab praised China's achievements in digitalizing manufacturing and breakthroughs in AI, quantum technology, and new energy during the "14th Five-Year Plan" period. He highlighted the plan's focus on expanding high-level opening up, which he believes will create new opportunities for the global community, particularly through initiatives like the Belt and Road Initiative. Ragab asserted that Chinese-style modernization provides a new development paradigm for Global South countries, offering an alternative to Western models and emphasizing development for the people. The discussion did not touch on the United States or its relationship with China.
Summary: At a Boao Forum session, participants emphasized APEC's role in promoting regional cooperation and expressed anticipation for the upcoming APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting in Shenzhen. APEC Executive Director Rebecca Fatima Sta Maria highlighted APEC's commitment to an open and resilient Asia-Pacific community. Chen Xu, chair of the 2026 APEC Senior Officials' Meeting, stated that China, as the host, is willing to work with all parties to promote open, innovative, and cooperative development. Former U.S. Commerce Secretary Carlos Gutierrez noted Asia's growing economic contribution and expressed optimism about China hosting APEC again, viewing it as a positive signal. Several participants voiced concerns about rising trade protectionism and geopolitical tensions, emphasizing the need for multilateralism and cooperation to counter these challenges.
Summary: Across Tibet, cadres and citizens commemorated the 67th anniversary of the "Serf Emancipation Day" with various activities, including flag-raising ceremonies, cultural performances, and exhibitions. These events, held in locations like Lhasa, Nyingchi, and Shigatse, emphasized gratitude towards the Party and celebrated the socio-economic progress since the democratic reforms. Activities included singing contests featuring songs like "The Emancipated Serfs Sing," and performances expressing appreciation for the government. The celebrations also included educational initiatives for students, focusing on the historical significance of the reforms and encouraging patriotism. There was no mention of the United States or U.S.-China relations in the article.
Summary: The article discusses initiatives in various regions of China to encourage young officials to be innovative and solve problems at the grassroots level. Yangzhou has created mechanisms to solicit practical ideas from young cadres. Changshou district sends young officials to rural villages to turn their knowledge into innovative solutions. In Qi County, a collaboration mechanism has been established to encourage mutual support. The article does not mention the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: Ahead of the 2026 Qingming Festival, People's Daily launched the "Remembering Martyrs Online and Offline" campaign on March 28th to commemorate revolutionary martyrs. The campaign, initiated on People's Daily's social media platforms, solicits online messages to be delivered to martyrs' tombs or monuments. The initiative aims to promote the inheritance of revolutionary traditions and foster a strong national spirit. People's Daily will produce multimedia reports based on collected messages and visuals, showcasing public remembrance and respect for the fallen heroes. This year is the 105th anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of China and the 90th anniversary of the victory of the Long March.
Summary: The article discusses China's efforts to strengthen Party leadership and promote positive energy within its cyberspace, which has over 1.1 billion users as of the end of 2025. It highlights initiatives to amplify the Party's voice online, combat misinformation, and regulate online platforms, including AI-generated content, to create a "clear and orderly" online environment. The piece also emphasizes promoting core socialist values and Chinese culture internationally through various online platforms and content creation. These efforts are aimed at fostering national unity and supporting China's development goals. Finally, the article notes the importance of gathering public opinion online for policy making and social governance.
Summary: The Pinglu Canal project in Nanning achieved a breakthrough on March 27 with the full opening of the Nanning section to water. This 19.7 km section of the canal includes channel excavation, bank protection, and anchorage projects. The construction team utilized a segmented approach with multiple cofferdams to overcome complex geological challenges and enable simultaneous construction. The Pinglu Canal, a key component of the New Western Land-Sea Corridor, is expected to be fully operational in 2026, creating a river-sea transport route for Southwest China. The article makes no mention of the United States or U.S.-China relations.
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Summary: The article highlights the opportunities for young professionals in China's burgeoning new energy sector, particularly as the "15th Five-Year Plan" emphasizes a clean and efficient energy system. It profiles three young professionals: Sun An, who maintains solar power facilities in Xinjiang; Lou Fengliang, a "zero-carbon engineer" in Zhejiang helping companies reduce emissions; and Zhao Junwei, a battery production engineer in Guangxi. These individuals are contributing to China's energy transition by addressing technical challenges and promoting sustainable practices within their respective industries. The article also makes reference to assisting companies in navigating international green standards and improving their export competitiveness.
Summary: This article highlights the dedication of young professionals in China's burgeoning green energy sector, from solar farms to battery production. It emphasizes that these individuals are not merely performing manual labor but are actively involved in advanced tasks like algorithm optimization and precision manufacturing. The piece argues that the expanding green energy industry provides numerous opportunities for skilled young people to contribute to national development. It also stresses the responsibility these young people feel towards the opportunities afforded to them. The article celebrates their commitment to innovation and problem-solving, which are crucial for China's energy ambitions.
Summary: This article, written by the Vice President of the China Youth Volunteers Association, reflects on the enduring relevance of Lei Feng's spirit for contemporary Chinese youth. It argues that true youthfulness lies not in fleeting trends, but in dedicating oneself to the needs of the nation, learning continuously, and extending kindness to others, much like Lei Feng did. The author suggests emulating heroes and contributing to society, even in small ways, to achieve a fulfilling and meaningful youth. The piece encourages young people to contribute to society and uphold socialist values.
Summary: This article profiles a 36-year-old Meituan delivery driver and Party Secretary of the Meituan rider's branch who emphasizes diligence, community contribution, and personal growth within his profession. He anonymously supports underprivileged college students with his earnings and participated in a Meituan program to support farmers in Yunnan. He also utilized Meituan's "Rider Going to College" program to enroll in the National Open University. The driver highlights improvements in the job, such as the removal of penalties for late deliveries and increased support from the platform including summer cooling kits and winter gear. Ultimately, he expresses contentment with his work, citing its dignity and personal fulfillment, and plans to continue as long as he is able.
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Summary: Huang Peikang, an academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering and expert in radar and space electronics, passed away on December 22, 2025, at the age of 90. Huang was a key figure in laying the foundation for China's radar technology, dedicating his life to the study of radar target electromagnetic scattering characteristics and establishing China's first radar target characteristics research experimental base. He later served as the chief expert of the "863" program expert group, focusing on stealth and anti-stealth technologies. Huang emphasized the importance of long-term dedication and strategic vision in scientific research, advising his team to identify directions worthy of a lifetime's work. He also played a key role in establishing academic journals and guiding younger generations of scientists.
Summary: The article discusses the importance of creating a familial environment within the military to foster a sense of belonging and encourage growth among new recruits. It emphasizes the need for camaraderie, mutual support, and active participation in unit affairs to cultivate a "this is my home" mentality. The author highlights examples of veteran support and the importance of leadership showing genuine care and responsibility. By fostering this "family" atmosphere, the military can enhance troop morale, dedication, and ultimately, its overall strength. The article does not discuss the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: The article recounts a supply warehouse worker's journey to master their role through sensory familiarization. Initially overwhelmed, the worker learned to navigate the warehouse in complete darkness, memorizing the location and characteristics of each item. This mastery enabled the worker to efficiently manage a critical supply distribution during a major operation. The worker can now locate any item by memory alone and feels that the warehouse is a place of mission and responsibility. There is no mention of the United States or U.S.-China relations.
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Summary: The television drama "Life Tree" is lauded for its portrayal of ecological protection, ethnic unity, and the spirit of sacrifice on the Tibetan Plateau, demonstrating the importance of grounding artistic creation in the lives of the people. Hou Hongliang, the drama's producer, emphasizes the production team's dedication to realism in depicting the environmental challenges and the shift in understanding environmental protection as a civilization belief. Director Li Xue highlights the drama's exploration of the relationship between survival, development, and ecological protection, while striving to capture a uniquely Chinese narrative of harmony between humanity and nature. Qiu Jichun, Party Secretary and Director of the Sanjiangyuan National Park Administration, expresses his appreciation for the drama's depiction of the heroism of those protecting the environment in the Sanjiangyuan area, drawing parallels to real-life figures like Jesang Sonam Dajie. The drama highlights the transformation of ecological protection through technological advancements and legal frameworks.
Summary: The article discusses the transformation of Chinese opera through technology and new media, focusing on how digital advancements like 6DoF, AIGC, and drones are being used to innovate performance and narrative. It notes the shift from traditional theater settings to online platforms, highlighting the use of short video platforms and live streaming to engage audiences and create viral content. The piece also emphasizes the blending of traditional opera elements with contemporary culture, including the adaptation of global cultural texts and the incorporation of other art forms like martial arts films. Ultimately, the article argues that technology is revitalizing Chinese opera, enabling it to adapt and thrive in the modern era through both exporting its unique characteristics and incorporating external influences.
Summary: In Ningde, Fujian Province, the restoration and construction of several bridges, including the Houlong, Qifeng, and Fushou bridges, have garnered attention. Master craftsman Wu Dagen, a provincial-level inheritor of the traditional wood arch bridge construction technique, led the challenging restoration of the Houlong Bridge, which was heavily damaged by pests. The Qifeng Bridge was newly constructed through local fundraising efforts, improving transportation and connectivity for villagers. Ningde has initiated a project to digitally preserve the traditional wood arch bridge construction techniques. The article does not mention the United States or U.S.-China relations.
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Summary: A recent exhibition in China showcased the work of young fashion designers participating in the "Fashion 100" project, an initiative by the China Artists Association aimed at cultivating talent in fashion design. The designers drew inspiration from traditional Chinese culture and craftsmanship, incorporating elements like calligraphy, traditional patterns, and ethnic minority motifs into modern designs. They also embraced sustainable practices and digital technologies in their creations. The exhibition highlighted the designers' efforts to create a distinct Chinese fashion language that reflects contemporary aesthetics and aspirations for a better life. The author hopes China can find a way to tell its stories so that it is not only seen, but also understood.
Summary: The article discusses the impact of generative AI on photography, focusing on potential issues such as homogenized expression, shallow content, and detachment from reality. It emphasizes the importance of upholding the core principles of photography, particularly "being present" and capturing authentic moments. The China Photographers Association is encouraging photographers to engage with real-world scenes and share their methods to foster a nationwide creative environment. They also aim to cultivate talent with cross-disciplinary skills and a strong understanding of Chinese art philosophy to navigate the challenges and opportunities presented by AI. The article does not mention the United States.
Summary: This article analyzes the painting *Spring Stroll on a Mountain Path* by Southern Song dynasty artist Ma Yuan, highlighting its depiction of spring not as overt splendor but as a subtle, burgeoning state. The painting captures a scholar's leisurely walk in nature, emphasizing harmony between humans and the environment through delicate details and a minimalist composition, reflecting the aesthetic shift in Southern Song landscape painting. Ma Yuan's innovative "one-corner" composition and his ability to integrate landscape, figures, and flora create a poetic atmosphere that invites contemplation. The author suggests the painting offers a way of seeing the world, finding meaning in simplicity and experiencing the beauty of spring through quiet observation. It encourages viewers to reconnect with nature and find inner peace.
Summary: The article discusses the increasing role of art museums in rural revitalization in China, particularly in response to the 2026 "No. 1 Central Document" which called for "artistic empowerment of beautiful villages." It highlights how museums are breaking down urban-rural barriers by bringing art resources and education to rural areas, citing examples like Jiangsu's village museum branches and Shandong's mobile art workshops. The article emphasizes the importance of engaging villagers as active participants and creators, rather than passive recipients, through initiatives like volunteer programs and local art creation. Museums are also contributing to rural tourism and economic development by integrating art with local culture and industries and nurturing local artistic talent.
Summary: The article discusses Chen Weibing's Chinese painting, "Returning to the Goodness of the Pastoral Life" (归去田园好). The piece seemingly depicts a nostalgic view of rural life and harmony with nature. Further details are unavailable from the provided context, but the painting suggests a potential commentary on contemporary societal values. There is no reference to political figures, international relations, or the United States.
Summary: This article discusses a new children's picture book series based on Chinese folk literature, highlighting its innovative approach to integrating text and illustration. The series aims to creatively transform traditional Chinese culture for children by using visual art to awaken an appreciation for its beauty. The illustrations are not merely supplementary to the text, but rather reinterpret and enhance the essence of folk literature through dynamic lines, evocative colors, and immersive settings. This approach allows children to engage with traditional wisdom and culture in a playful and accessible way, fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation. The article argues that true cultural inheritance begins with attraction and culminates in resonance.
Summary: This article provides contact information for submissions to the "Voice of the Masses" section of the *People's Daily*, including an email address. The layout design is credited to Zhao Siru. The article does not contain information regarding Chinese politics, statements of officials, or U.S.-China relations. Therefore, there is nothing further to summarize.
By: 本报记者 金 歆
By the end of 2025, China's internet user population reached 1.125 billion, ranking first in the world.
The internet has become integrated into all aspects of social production and life. How to shape cyberspace into a new space that unites people's hearts, leads trends, enriches people's spiritual world, and enhances their spiritual strength has become an important issue of our time.
On April 19, 2016, at the Symposium on Cybersecurity and Informatization Work, General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) pointed out: "We must, with an attitude of being responsible to society and the people, strengthen the governance of cyberspace in accordance with the law, strengthen the construction of online content, strengthen positive online publicity, cultivate a positive, healthy, and upward-looking online culture, and nourish people's hearts and society with socialist core values and the outstanding achievements of human civilization, so as to achieve abundant positive energy and a high-pitched main theme, and create a clean and upright cyberspace for the vast number of internet users, especially young people."
On November 28, 2025, General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) emphasized during the 23rd collective study of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee (中共中央政治局): "If the source is clear, the stream will be clear. We must adhere to shaping cyberspace with positive voices, mainstream values, and the new trends of the times, so that the internet becomes an important front for ideological guidance, moral education, and cultural inheritance."
The light of thought guides the way forward.
The Cyberspace Administration of China (网信系统) has always adhered to the Party's comprehensive leadership over cyberspace affairs, focusing on mastering the dominant position of public opinion under informatization conditions, strengthening the construction and management of online content with integrity and innovation, improving the long-term mechanism for the governance of the online ecosystem, continuously creating a clean and upright cyberspace, and striving to stimulate and promote positive online energy.
Today, the main theme of cyberspace is high-pitched, cultural innovation is bursting with vitality, advocating morality and goodness has become a prevailing trend, and the online environment is clear and bright, providing a strong spiritual force for forging ahead into the "Fifteenth Five-Year Plan" and pursuing dreams on a new journey.
Upholding the Banner and Casting the Soul—
Let the Party's Voice Become the Strongest Voice on the Internet
This is an era where "'everyone holds a microphone' and everyone can create." The construction of online content is crucial to cultivating and promoting positive online energy.
"During his grassroots research in Shanghai (上海), Comrade Xi Jinping (习近平) often mentioned 'old district renovation.' On weekends, he often went to old residential areas and alleys to see how to solve those 'long-standing and difficult' problems." "In the view of achievements that benefit the people, not considering kitchens and toilets as small matters is the only way to achieve the greatness of a people's city." Recently, a series of micro-documentaries has topped the "headlines" and "hot lists" of major online platforms.
Currently, the entire Party is carrying out study and education on establishing and practicing a correct view of achievements. The People's Daily (人民日报) launched the series of micro-documentaries "Longitude and Latitude: The View of Achievements in Footprints," using a well that has been used to this day, a bicycle stained with mud, and a revitalized ancient residence as clues to unfold the narrative, showcasing Xi Jinping's (习近平) vivid practice of establishing himself, starting his career, and planning his affairs with a correct view of achievements during his work in local areas.
This series of micro-documentaries is a representative example. In recent years, the Cyberspace Administration of China (网信系统) and various news media have always regarded the publicity and interpretation of Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era as the top priority of online publicity. Combining important nodes and using all-media reporting methods, they have launched a large number of phenomenal columns and works, comprehensively and three-dimensionally showcasing General Secretary Xi Jinping's (习近平) demeanor as the leader of a large party and a large country:
The People's Daily (人民日报) continues to strengthen its brands such as "Yijian (一见)," "Shiguangji (拾光纪)," "Xiyu (习语)," and "Yishijie (壹视界)," and high-quality integrated media works are constantly "breaking through the circle" in cyberspace;
Xinhua News Agency (新华社) carefully creates the political integrated media column "First Observation" to interpret General Secretary Xi Jinping's (习近平) thoughts and practices on governing the country;
CCTV News (央视新闻) client has launched political micro-videos such as "Working Hard for Whom" and "Selfless" in recent years, presenting a panoramic view of General Secretary Xi Jinping's (习近平) deep feelings for the people;
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Positive energy has generated a large amount of traffic, and the Party's voice has become the strongest voice in cyberspace.
"When flowers bloom all over the mines, Yucun (余村) paints a poetic home; when pine forests stand tall in the wilderness, Saihanba (塞罕坝) is dyed green; when grass squares lock in the yellow sand, the Mu Us Desert (毛乌素) surges with green tides..." In August 2025, the concept of "lucid waters and lush mountains are invaluable assets" was proposed for 20 years, and CCTV News's (央视新闻) creative micro-video "New Scroll of the Landscape" became popular online.
The video uses artificial intelligence to redraw and generate videos from images to "activate" "A Panorama of Rivers and Mountains (千里江山图)," using the scroll as a guide, extending along the ecological context of "mountains, rivers, forests, fields, lakes, grass, and sand," transforming the governance achievements of Saihanba (塞罕坝), Mu Us Desert (毛乌素), Sanjiangyuan (三江源), Anji Yucun (浙江安吉余村), Zhejiang Province, and other places over the decades into intuitive visual expressions, presenting a modern version of "green landscape."
In recent years, various news media and other diverse online content creators have consciously benchmarked themselves against the major decisions and deployments of the Party Central Committee, focusing on important themes such as high-quality development, ecological civilization construction, and comprehensive rural revitalization, comprehensively using new technologies such as artificial intelligence, big data, cloud computing, holographic projection, and augmented reality, and focusing on enriching content and innovating expression, and continuously improving the ability to supply high-quality content.
Various media at all levels launched more than 1 million reports (articles) on a series of commemorative activities for the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War, with more than 76.6 billion online clicks and more than 1.05 billion discussions; the Cyberspace Administration of China (中央网信办) carefully organized online thematic publicity such as "Looking at the Main Peak from Ten Thousand Mountains," strengthened theoretical publicity brands such as "Lixiang China (理响中国)," and held online publicity activities such as "Red Star Over China," achieving good results; the "China Positive Energy Network Communication AI Excellent Case Collection and Exhibition Activity" has been held for two consecutive years, setting a benchmark for new technologies to empower online content and cultural innovation...
A good wind blows overnight, and ten thousand new flowers bloom.
Articles, pictures, and audio-visual materials tell the story of China in the new era in a more vivid and lively way, creating a good atmosphere of strengthening confidence, gathering people's hearts, warming people's hearts, and building consensus.
The Cyberspace Administration of China (网信系统) and online content creators also focus on promoting the construction of international communication capabilities, telling the story of China and the story of the Communist Party of China to the world.
On October 19, 2022, the People's Daily (人民日报) client and the People's Daily (人民日报) English client simultaneously released the international image publicity film of the Communist Party of China (中国共产党) "CPC."
The multilingual version of "CPC" covers 12 foreign languages and is widely disseminated on media and websites in the corresponding languages, with more than 60 million overseas disseminations, showing the world the image of a major country and a major party with ideals, beliefs, responsibilities, and a sense of responsibility.
The "Pomegranate Seed Concentric Circle (石榴籽·同心圆)" series of bilingual short videos, "China 3 Minutes (中国3分钟)," "When the Louvre Meets the Forbidden City (当卢浮宫遇见紫禁城)," "From Chang'an to Rome (从长安到罗马)"... One carefully crafted high-quality work after another allows more and more foreign audiences to see, understand, and like to watch. Some high-quality self-media bloggers have also become popular overseas. The voice of China is spreading farther and wider.
Heavy Blows to Governance and Chaos—
Create a Clearer and More Orderly Online Environment
Cyberspace is like a vast ocean. The free flow of information brings unlimited possibilities, but it also hides dangerous undercurrents.
"A clear and upright cyberspace with a good ecology is in the interests of the people. A smoggy and deteriorating cyberspace is not in the interests of the people," General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) emphasized.
To promote positive energy in cyberspace, it is necessary to strengthen comprehensive network governance and create a clear and orderly online environment.
"The Yingxian Wooden Pagoda (应县木塔) is about to be demolished! This month is the last chance to witness the original appearance of the Yingxian Wooden Pagoda (应县木塔)!" Not long ago, a self-media released the news that "the Yingxian Wooden Pagoda (山西应县木塔) in Shanxi Province is about to be completely dismantled and overhauled," which caused heated discussions on the Internet, and many netizens expressed concern and incomprehension.
On March 20, the China Internet Joint Rumor Refutation Platform (中国互联网联合辟谣平台) released information: "The relevant competent authorities verified and confirmed that the relevant information is a rumor." "The relevant parties are carrying out deformation monitoring, comprehensive surveying and mapping, and information model construction of the wooden pagoda, and promoting local reinforcement work."
Regarding online rumors, General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) pointed out profoundly: "Some people are slow to react, and the release of information cannot keep up. The truth is still putting on its shoes, and the rumors have already spread all over the world."
Doing a good job in online rumor refutation is extremely important for maintaining the online ecology. In 2023, the National Online Rumor Refutation Linkage Mechanism was established. In 2025, the China Internet Joint Rumor Refutation Platform (中国互联网联合辟谣平台) accepted 18,200 reports of rumor information and released more than 17,000 rumor refutation manuscripts (parts), with a readership of 620 million.
In addition to doing a good job in online rumor refutation, relevant departments have dealt with various online chaos in recent years in a timely manner. General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) emphasized, "Online chaos pollutes social atmosphere and infringes on the interests of the masses. We must dare to show our swords and resolutely crack down on it, cut off the chain of interests and the industrial chain, and eradicate the soil and conditions for its breeding."
Heavy punches and sharp swords.
"Fan circle culture" is gradually encroaching on the sports field. "Private shooting" and "mutual scolding" have made many athletes and netizens miserable—
In 2025, the Cyberspace Administration of China (网信部门) and the sports authorities continued to increase their efforts to govern the online sports "fan circle" problem, severely punished behaviors such as pulling and stepping on each other to provoke wars and attacking and scolding, and cleaned up more than 1.6 million illegal and irregular information and disposed of 76,000 accounts.
While AI tools bring convenience, they also invisibly lower the technical threshold for illegal activities such as fraud—
As technology advances, governance must keep up. In April 2025, the Cyberspace Administration of China (中央网信办) launched the "Qinglang (清朗)·Rectifying the Abuse of AI Technology" special action. In just over two months, more than 3,500 illegal mini-programs, applications, intelligent bodies, and other AI products were disposed of, and more than 960,000 illegal and irregular information were cleaned up. In September 2025, the "Measures for the Identification of AI-Generated Synthetic Content" was implemented, marking AI-generated content with "anti-counterfeiting labels."
Relying on an unconfirmed "revelation" and a few sensational headlines, online "black mouths" can ruin a company's reputation accumulated over many years—
In response to online rumors involving enterprises, multiple departments have taken comprehensive measures, from issuing the "Work Norms for Website Platforms to Accept and Dispose of Reports on Online Infringement Information Involving Enterprises" to deploying and carrying out the "Qinglang (清朗)·Optimizing the Online Business Environment—Rectifying Online 'Black Mouths' Special Action" to urging key industry enterprises to self-discipline and self-examination, the regulatory work is becoming increasingly normalized.
The internet penetration rate among Chinese minors exceeds 97%, and it is urgent to create a good online environment for children—
In 2025, the Cyberspace Administration of China (网信部门) guided various platforms and terminals to launch the mobile internet minor mode, the high-quality content suitable for minors has been greatly expanded, and technology-based network governance has locked in risks and hidden dangers. In 2025, one of the key points of the "Qinglang (清朗)" series of special actions was to rectify the online environment for minors during the summer vacation.
From rectifying malicious marketing in the short video field to cleaning up illegal and bad information; from the "Regulations on the Governance of Online Violence Information" to the "Notice on Strengthening the Management of 'Self-Media'"... The combination of legislation and special actions not only focuses on top-level design but also strengthens precise strikes, making online space governance more efficient and coordinated.
Do not abandon the slightest, and work for a long time. From 2021 to the end of 2024, the "Qinglang (清朗)" series of special actions have cumulatively cleaned up and intercepted 187 million pieces of illegal and bad information and disposed of 1.356 billion illegal accounts.
Effectively governing online chaos and creating a clearer and more orderly online environment will enable the people to enjoy more gains, happiness, and security on the Internet, and the positive energy of cyberspace will be more surging.
Gathering Strength—
Jointly Build a Concentric Circle Online and Offline
General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) pointed out: "We must adhere to the unity of development and governance, the integration of online and offline, and widely gather upward and good forces."
In October 2025, the online thematic publicity and interactive guidance activity of the "Writing the Chapter of Youth on the Land of the Motherland" entered Hohai University (河海大学) in Nanjing (南京), Jiangsu Province.
On the stage, Yan Kai (严恺), the old principal of Hohai University (河海大学) played by actor Hou Yong (侯勇), conveyed his earnest expectations to the young students: "Write the chapter of youth on the land of the motherland and build a strong country dream of clear rivers and seas!"
Off the stage, more than 6,000 teachers and students sang the school song in unison and made a youthful promise together: like water rushing to the valley, flowing in all directions, to go to the places where the motherland needs it!
Many netizens were infected by the strong patriotic enthusiasm when they saw this scene and left messages in the comment area, expressing their determination to dedicate their youth to the people of the motherland.
This online ideological and political lesson is a vivid manifestation of the promotion of "the integration of online and offline, and the wide gathering of upward and good forces" by various localities and departments in recent years. And this is very important for stimulating and promoting positive online energy.
Widely gathering upward and good forces requires all departments to strive to promote the formation of a good online civilization style in the whole society. General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) pointed out, "Jointly promote civilized network management, civilized network use, and civilized online access, shape and purify cyberspace with the new style of the times, and jointly build a beautiful spiritual home online."
In 2000, Xia (夏), a businessman from Wenzhou (温州), Zhejiang Province, owed 200,000 yuan for goods when purchasing goods in Haining (海宁), Zhejiang Province, and later could not contact the creditor.
"If you owe money, you must pay it back! My current conditions are also average, but this money must be paid back." In 2023, with the help of the Internet and the media, Xia (夏) finally found the creditor and paid off the debt.
Not long ago, this story of ordinary people adhering to integrity became popular on the Internet and moved countless netizens.
Forming a style and transforming people, gathering hearts and building strength.
In recent years, the most beautiful people and good people around us have been widely publicized online in various industries and fields across the country, shaping and purifying cyberspace with the new style of the times. In 2024, the Cyberspace Administration of China (中央网信办) joined hands with the Ministry of Education (教育部), the All-China Federation of Trade Unions (全国总工会), the Communist Youth League Central Committee (共青团中央), the All-China Women's Federation (全国妇联), and the China National Railway Group Co., Ltd. (国铁集团) to jointly deploy and implement the project of striving to be good Chinese netizens, and jointly released and promoted 2.469 million related thematic integrated media products, with the thematic publicity reading volume reaching 38 billion times and the interactive activities covering 300 million people; the "List of Good People in China (中国好人榜)," excellent online public welfare projects, network integrity construction work cases, and excellent cases of network civilization construction have aroused heated discussions online once they are released.
A little bit of light, sparks become a torch.
The value pursuit of advocating morality and goodness and learning from the virtuous has become a prevailing trend in cyberspace.
Network platforms and various social entities also play their own roles, promoting "influencing offline from online," helping to take the online mass line, jointly building a concentric circle online and offline, and serving the overall situation of social governance, reform and development.
One day in 2020, Li Dianbo (李电波), a grassroots cadre in Dalate Banner (达拉特旗), Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, saw the column "I Offer a Plan for the '14th Five-Year Plan'" on the "Leader's Message Board" of People's Daily Online (人民网). Combining his usual life and work, he put forward the suggestion of "mutual assistance elderly care." Soon, this suggestion was really written into the "14th Five-Year Plan." The network platform has become a "bridge of hearts" connecting the top and bottom and a "suggestion bank" for social governance.
Observing public sentiment, listening to public voices, and gathering public wisdom, such brainstorming "arrived as scheduled" again five years later.
From May 20 to June 20, 2025, the "15th Five-Year Plan" preparation work carried out online solicitation of opinions. The activity received more than 3.113 million suggestions from netizens, providing useful references for the preparation of the "15th Five-Year Plan."
In recent years, various localities and departments have strived to use the Internet to take the mass line, practice whole-process people's democracy, combine the Party's fine traditions with new technologies and new methods, and serve the overall situation of social governance with efficient information interconnection. In February 2026, the Cyberspace Administration of China (中央网信办) commended 100 accounts with outstanding achievements in taking the online mass line for the fifth consecutive year.
Perseverance will lead to a promising future. The power of integration, innovation, upward mobility, and goodness is contained in every space of the Chinese Internet, extending infinitely towards the future.
Adhering to the Party's leadership, adhering to the people first, adhering to integrity and innovation, adhering to the rule of law, and adhering to the concept of the system, on the new journey, under the guidance of General Secretary Xi Jinping's (习近平) important thought on a strong network country, cyberspace will surely have a higher main theme and more abundant positive energy, and in the surging digital torrent, it will help the Chinese giant ship to ride the wind and waves and move forward steadily.
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A Shi River (史河) divides Henan (河南) and Anhui (安徽). On both banks of the Shi River (史河), at the junction of Gushi County (固始县), Xinyang City (信阳市), Henan Province (河南省) and Yeji District (叶集区), Lu'an City (六安市), Anhui Province (安徽省), the sound of machinery rumbles. This area has become a cluster of five major industries, including new materials and smart homes, facilitating cross-provincial cooperation for enterprises and achieving chain-like complementarity.
With the free flow of resources across provinces, and the inter-provincial handling of government services, it is more convenient for enterprises to conduct business. In 2025, the combined economic output of Gushi (固始) and Yeji (叶集) exceeded 58.6 billion yuan, a 15% increase compared to before the collaboration. What was once a "marginal area" for development has become a regional "new engine," a vivid microcosm of Henan's (河南) comprehensive efforts to integrate into and serve the national unified market.
General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) pointed out: "Building a national unified market is not only a requirement for building a new development pattern and promoting high-quality development, but also a requirement for winning the initiative in international competition." The "15th Five-Year Plan"纲要 proposes: "Resolutely remove the obstacles and bottlenecks hindering the construction of a national unified market, eliminate local protectionism and market segmentation, and promote the smooth flow of commodity factors and resources on a larger scale."
Following the direction guided by the General Secretary, in the first year of the "15th Five-Year Plan," Henan (河南) has taken integrating into and serving the national unified market as an important measure to promote high-quality development, issuing implementation plans, carrying out key tasks, and striving to write a new chapter.
Breaking Barriers: Unifying the Basic Market System, "Soft Environment" Becomes "Hard Support"
In Lucheng County (鹿邑县), Zhoukou City (周口市), the Chengming Food Industrial Park (澄明食品产业园) is in full swing producing meat rolls, supplying Guoquan Food (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. (锅圈食品（上海）股份有限公司), headquartered in Shanghai (上海). Previously, Yang Mingchao (杨明超), the person in charge of the enterprise, was not eager to return to his hometown to invest, "At that time, I was worried about insufficient local support, and originally planned to wait and see."
Focusing on unifying the basic market system, removing "invisible thresholds," breaking "local barriers," and carrying out special rectification in key areas such as bidding, tendering, and engineering construction... A series of pragmatic measures have strengthened Yang Mingchao's (杨明超) confidence in returning to his hometown to invest.
Driven by Guoquan Food (锅圈食品), food companies such as Sichuan Weihong Pepper Industry (四川伟红椒业) and Fujian Wanshun Food (福建万舜食品) have successively built factories in Lucheng (鹿邑). In 2025, the park's enterprise revenue exceeded 6 billion yuan.
Henan (河南) is winning the favor of more enterprises. In 2025, 1.7811 million new business entities were established in the province, including 581,800 new enterprises, an increase of 12.02% year-on-year.
Integrating Resources: Unifying the Market for Factors of Production, "Active Factors" Stimulate "New Momentum"
In the laboratory of Shenlanhai Biomedical Technology Co., Ltd. (深蓝海生物医药科技有限公司) in Zhengzhou Airport Economic Comprehensive Experimental Zone (郑州航空港区), researchers are stepping up the clinical trial projects of several innovative drugs. This enterprise from Beijing (北京) has filled the gap in Henan's (河南) new drug research and development clinical trial service field.
When the enterprise relocated, a Henan (河南) investment fund invested 130 million yuan to increase Shenlanhai's (深蓝海) capital. The enterprise's research and development team came to Zhengzhou (郑州), and according to the "Zhongyuan Special Zone Talent Plan" (中原特区人才计划), the high-level talents introduced received corresponding funding for talent introduction according to different standards. In 2025, Henan (河南) issued a work plan for enterprise convenience migration reform, clearly proposing that cross-regional enterprise migration should achieve "one-stop online service, seamless switching."
Unblocking the flow of funds, forming six biomedical development funds with a subscribed scale of 18.5 billion yuan; unblocking the flow of talent, fully opening up settlement, and establishing a "dual employment and dual cross" talent sharing mechanism; unblocking the flow of data, building an intelligent computing center, and becoming a pilot area for the provincial data element comprehensive experimental zone... In the past few years, more than 100 biomedical enterprises have registered and settled in Zhengzhou Airport Economic Comprehensive Experimental Zone (郑州航空港区).
With the advancement of the construction of a unified market, Henan's (河南) market factor allocation is more efficient. From January to October 2025, the proportion of "standard land" transfers for industrial land in the province was 55.79%, an increase of 10.31 percentage points year-on-year; the "Zheng Hao Rong" (郑好融) platform provided intelligent financing of over 100 billion yuan for small and micro enterprises, driving the balance of inclusive small and micro loans to exceed 420 billion yuan.
Strengthening Hubs: Unifying Infrastructure, "Transportation Network" Weaves "Large Market"
At 2:00 AM, at the Qingdao (青岛) Port in Shandong (山东), swimming crabs, still carrying the moisture of seawater, were sorted and packaged overnight and transported to Qingdao North Railway Station (青岛北站); at 4:27 AM, this batch of swimming crabs boarded a high-speed train, arriving in Zhengzhou (郑州) three hours later. "Achieving offshore fishing at dawn and serving on the table at lunchtime," said Wang Bingqi (王冰琪), deputy stationmaster of Zhengzhou Airport Economic Comprehensive Experimental Zone Station (郑州航空港站).
Weaving a "large market" with a "transportation network," Henan (河南) is accelerating the unification of infrastructure. Currently, the operating mileage of high-speed railways has exceeded 2,200 kilometers. The high-speed railway network centered on Zhengzhou (郑州) covers China's (中国) major economic regions. Liu Jiang (刘江), Deputy Director of the Henan Provincial Department of Transportation (河南省交通运输厅), introduced that the total scale of Henan's (河南) comprehensive transportation network has reached 295,000 kilometers.
Today, Henan's (河南) integration into and service of the national unified market is gaining momentum—in Luoyang (洛阳), CATL's (宁德时代) 100-billion-yuan new energy battery project has landed; in Zhumadian (驻马店), Chongqing Hengdu Agriculture Group (重庆恒都农业集团) has established a food processing base; in Sanmenxia (三门峡), the Henan-Shaanxi Cooperation Pilot Zone (豫陕合作先行试验区) is accelerating construction, and more than 120 enterprises have established cooperative relationships with universities in Xi'an (西安).
"Deeply implementing the spirit of General Secretary Xi Jinping's (习近平) important speech, Henan (河南) will more actively integrate into and serve the national unified market, and with the tenacity of **咬定青山不放松** (yǎo dìng qīng shān bù fàng sōng - "bite the green hills and not relax," to persevere despite difficulties), accelerate the construction of a national unified market circulation hub and create a dual circulation support point for domestic and international markets," said Liu Ning (刘宁), Secretary of the Henan Provincial Party Committee (河南省委书记).
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Since the launch of the learning and education campaign on establishing and practicing a correct view of performance, various regions, departments, and units have focused on the theme, organized meticulously, and educated and guided the vast number of party members and cadres to deeply grasp the general requirements of "ruling the party for the public, benefiting the people, making scientific decisions, and earnestly implementing them." They have studied earnestly and meticulously, transforming the effectiveness of their learning into a powerful driving force for serving the central work and promoting high-quality development.
Deeply Study and Comprehend to Strengthen Party Spirit
The Party Leadership Group of the State Administration of Science, Technology and Industry for National Defence insists on grasping learning through the "First Topic" and implementing it through the "First Political Task." Through reading classes, on-site teaching, and themed Party Day activities, they deeply study and comprehend General Secretary Xi Jinping's (习近平) important expositions on establishing and practicing a correct view of performance, earnestly study and implement General Secretary Xi Jinping's important expositions and important instructions and directives on the science, technology, and industry for national defence, temper a strong Party spirit, and improve their political stance.
In recent days, the Party committees (Party leadership groups) at all levels of the Xinjiang Production and Construction Corps (新疆生产建设兵团) have deeply studied "Excerpts of Xi Jinping's (习近平) Expositions on Establishing and Practicing a Correct View of Performance" through holding reading classes, theoretical study center group studies, and holding special study meetings. Party schools (administrative colleges) and cadre colleges at all levels have incorporated the relevant content of learning and education into the main training courses and daily entrusted training to ensure that the deployment requirements of learning and education are implemented.
Beijing Shunyi District (北京顺义区) held a special reading class for the district-level leading group, driving the leading groups of district-level units to carry out centralized reading and learning, driving various grassroots Party organizations to carry out exchanges and discussions in conjunction with the "Three Meetings and One Class" system, and at the same time incorporating learning and education as an important content into the main training courses of the district Party School, the study and implementation seminar for district-level cadres on the spirit of the Fourth Plenary Session of the 20th CPC Central Committee, and the training for section-level and below cadres on studying and implementing the spirit of the Fourth Plenary Session of the 20th CPC Central Committee, to promote learning and education to be deeply rooted in the hearts of the people.
The Standing Committee of the Yangzhou Municipal Committee (扬州市委) of Jiangsu Province insists on learning one step ahead and learning one level deeper, incorporating the content of learning and education into the "compulsory course" of the theoretical learning center group study, formulating a learning plan, and demonstrating and driving 91 county- and department-level participating units and 83 townships and street offices to fully launch deployment. Focusing on studying General Secretary Xi Jinping's (习近平) important expositions on establishing and practicing a correct view of performance, they guide Party members and cadres to talk about their gains in combination with their experiences, talk about their experiences in combination with examples, and talk about their plans in combination with their positions, deepening their understanding and understanding of the correct view of performance.
Innovate Methods to Improve Quality
On-site observation, case analysis, exchange and discussion... Recently, the trainees of the training class for department-level leading cadres in Beibei District (北碚区), Chongqing (重庆) walked into the Chuanyu Gaozhu New Area (川渝高竹新区) to participate in on-site teaching, observe the innovative practice results of the first cross-provincial co-built new area in the country, learn about the new area's breakthrough measures in breaking down administrative barriers and deepening Chuanyu collaboration, and experience the correct view of performance contained therein.
Zhaotong City (昭通市), Yunnan (云南) has sorted out a batch of typical positive and negative cases to educate and guide leading groups and Party members and cadres at all levels to establish and practice a correct view of performance. Party schools at all levels have strengthened the application of on-site teaching and interactive teaching methods such as interview-style, discussion-style, and case-style methods, and carried out immersive teaching for Party and government "top leaders," newly promoted cadres, young cadres, and cadres in key positions.
Fuzhou City (抚州市), Jiangxi (江西) innovates methods and carriers, integrates excellent traditional Chinese culture, and creates a batch of "living teaching materials" that are observable, learnable, and practicable. At the same time, on-site teaching, special discussions, and deeds publicity are organically integrated with cadre education and training, themed Party Day activities, etc., integrated into daily life, grasped regularly, and continuously improved the pertinence and effectiveness of learning and education.
In response to the characteristics of multiple business forms, multiple legal entities, and multiple levels of systems, the Party Committee of China Investment Corporation (中国投资有限责任公司) deployed and opened a special column for learning and education on the company's internal learning platform, extending the tentacles of learning to grassroots Party organizations. By adhering to the regular scheduling of work teams, etc., it promotes more than 5,200 Party organizations and more than 50,000 Party members and cadres in the company system to enhance their ideological understanding and take the initiative to assume responsibility in learning.
Combine Learning and Application to Seek Practical Results
The Party Leadership Group of the State Administration of Foreign Exchange (国家外汇局) stated that it will combine solving ideological understanding problems with solving reform and development problems, accelerate the construction of important laws and regulations in the field of foreign exchange, and promote high-level institutional opening up in the field of foreign exchange. At the same time, it will improve the mechanism for foreign exchange policy research, evaluation, and transmission and implementation, coordinate and promote the work of "efficiently handling one matter" and reducing the burden on the grassroots, and continuously enhance the people's sense of gain.
Xining City (西宁市), Qinghai (青海) has studied and formulated a list of key tasks for learning and education, insisting on closely combining learning and education with the central work, and taking "taking the lead in economic development" and "striving for the first in the year" as important grasps to promote cadres to practice a correct view of performance.
Handan City (邯郸市), Hebei (河北) insists on open education, and widely listens to the opinions and suggestions of the masses through channels such as regular reception of visitors and appointments, and receiving and handling letters from the masses. At the same time, the opinions and suggestions of the masses are included in the list of problems identified by the leading group, and practical things related to the vital interests of the masses such as employment, education, medical care, and housing are handled through problem rectification.
The Party Leadership Group of China Three Gorges Corporation (中国长江三峡集团有限公司) stated that it is necessary to deepen the docking of development strategies around the measures clearly defined in the "15th Five-Year Plan" outline, such as "accelerating the construction of a modern water network," deeply integrate into the construction of the national water network, refine the operation and management of major national instruments, accelerate the construction of clean energy bases, and promote the great protection of the Yangtze River (长江).
The Party Committee of CITIC Group (中信集团) regards theoretical learning as the primary link in planning development and determining strategies, organizes and carries out activities such as seminars and exchanges for middle-aged and young cadres and employees, promotes the combination of learning and discussion with the implementation of the Group's key strategies, and the combination with carrying out the "Basic Management Improvement Year" and deepening the special work led by Party building, and establishes and improves the supervision mechanism for the transformation and implementation of important achievements, so as to provide a strong guarantee for the high-quality start of the "15th Five-Year Plan" with practical work and achievements.
Zhoushan City (舟山市), Zhejiang (浙江) closely combines learning and education with the implementation of national strategies, the construction of a modern marine-characteristic industrial system, and the promotion of common prosperity in the islands, deeply carries out the "Everyone Dares to Take Responsibility, All Employees Strive for Practical Achievements" campaign to encourage practical work and strive for the first, and guides Party members and cadres throughout the city to focus on practical work, practical results, and striving for practical achievements on the front line of entrepreneurship, and promotes the correct view of performance to be truly internalized in the heart and externalized in action.
Since the launch of the learning and education campaign, Shizuishan City (石嘴山市) in the Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region (宁夏回族自治区) has focused on people's livelihood work such as the renovation of old neighborhoods, Party members and cadres have widely visited the masses, focusing on future development, and accurately connected with the needs of the masses. The city adheres to scientific planning and layout, and coordinates and promotes basic projects such as the renovation of underground pipe networks, the optimization of street environments, and the renovation of facades to ensure that the renovation work is orderly and efficient, and strives to do the work to the hearts of the masses.
(Reporters Meng Xiangfu (孟祥夫), Gong Shijian (龚仕建), Wang Zhou (王洲), Zhang Wen (张文), Wang Hao (王浩), Jiang Yunlong (蒋云龙), Liu Junguo (刘军国), Ge Mengchao (葛孟超), Li Junqiang (李君强), Wang Xinyue (王欣悦), Zhang Chi (张驰) of this newspaper)
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In the ninth year, with four visits to Xiong'an in Hebei (河北雄安), General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平总书记) is concerned about the construction of this city and its governance philosophy: "Optimize and improve the leadership system and management mechanism of Xiong'an New Area," "Integrate high-quality construction and high-efficiency governance"... With earnest expectations and unremitting efforts, the Xiong'an practice of Chinese-style modernization marks the height of development and safeguards the warmth of the people's hearts.
Lü Haibo (吕海波), an employee of China Sinochem, reflected before relocating to Xiong'an with the company: from the guaranteed housing to the workplace, the bus had to detour through other areas, affecting the commute. At the bi-weekly coordination meeting of Xiong'an New Area for serving relocating units on a regular basis, the company raised this concern. Soon, the bus routes were optimized and adjusted, and there were also customized shuttle buses, "It only takes more than 10 minutes to get to and from work," said Lü Haibo (吕海波).
A route reflects the deepening of reforms: from "one seal to manage to the end" to "efficiently handle one matter and smoothly handle every matter with zero obstacles," Xiong'an New Area boldly explores and pioneers, "testing" new service processes and "testing" the continuous improvement of governance efficiency.
High-quality construction requires high-efficiency governance to "form effective support for the functions of the New Area." Improving efficiency is not easy. Hao Xiaole (郝小乐), who came to Xiong'an New Area Zhongguancun Science and Technology Park (雄安新区中关村科技园) more than two years ago, feels deeply about serving several companies every week, "There are differences in service standards and policies in Beijing (北京), Tianjin (天津), and Hebei (河北), which need to be constantly resolved."
How to solve it? More than 30 service units are stationed in the park, implementing one policy for each enterprise, planning with "one game of chess," promoting with "one rope," and handling with "one-stop" service.
In more than two years, the park has attracted more than 200 science and technology innovation enterprises. Looking at the entire New Area, policies and measures in various fields such as education, medical care, and social security are refined and implemented to promote the "true relocation" of functions, the "true landing" of projects, and the "true retention" of talents.
A set of data is a vivid footnote: Today's Xiong'an has completed a cumulative investment of over one trillion yuan, more than 2,000 technology companies are competing, and more than 18,000 scientific research backbones, young entrepreneurial pioneers, and other types of talents have applied for the "Xiongcai Card"...
Where does the attraction come from? From the sense of gain of enterprises and the sense of happiness of the masses.
Zhao Xuchen (赵栩晨) came to Xiong'an in 2018 to participate in the construction of the New Area. More than two years ago, his son Zhao Zihan (赵梓涵) transferred to Beijing No. 4 High School Xiong'an Campus (北京四中雄安校区) and actively participated in various school clubs, "Learning and life are full of fun."
In Zhao Xuchen's (赵栩晨) eyes, life in the New Area is also full of joy—
The "15-minute living circle" "circles" a series of service facilities into the streets and alleys, "In April, a new supermarket will open near my home"; Xiong'an Library (雄安图书馆) has become a popular "check-in" place, "I take my children there almost every weekend"; "3 kilometers into the forest, 1 kilometer into the forest belt, 300 meters into the park"...
Bit by bit, building a "city of the people"; piece by piece, verifying the power of thought: "Places with high levels of public services are more attractive."
Serving the people, running out with both legs. In Nanwenying Community (南文营社区), Rongdong Area (容东片区), more than 10 community cadres are each responsible for 200 to 300 households, completing a round of visits in 45 days to observe the people's conditions and listen to their voices. Wang Weixiao (王伟肖), secretary of the community's general Party branch, said that when encountering difficult matters, they use the "one call, joint response" grassroots governance mechanism, led by Party building, and various units hold joint meetings to solve problems together.
Serving the people, "smart" improves efficiency. On the ground, smart light poles guard order, and more than 500 kilometers of digital roads are smooth all the way; underground, the comprehensive pipe gallery carrying various pipelines such as water, electricity, gas, and heat operates efficiently with the support of the Internet of Things, 5G, and other technologies; in the cloud, digital models correspond to each building and each road, and the entire area perceives the operation of the New Area...
Walking in Xiong'an, one can truly feel the changes in services, environment, mechanisms, and development brought about by high-quality construction and high-efficiency governance. Local cadres lamented: The changes in Xiong'an stem from the new practice under the guidance of new thought.
The "15th Five-Year Plan" proposes: "Promote the construction of Xiong'an New Area (雄安新区) into a modern city with high standards and high quality, and improve the management system." The "three cities" on the ground, underground, and in the cloud are not only the "smart foundation" for high-efficiency governance, but also a vivid reflection of high-quality development: not 翻烧饼 (fān shāo bǐng - "flipping sesame seed cakes," constantly changing plans) or 摊大饼 (tān dà bǐng - "spreading out a pancake," expanding without a clear plan), the "three cities" are planned, built, and grown together.
Another year of spring tide is surging. Under the blueprint and leadership of General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平总书记), the "new era innovation highland and model for promoting high-quality development" is starting a new chapter in Xiong'an.
Return to TopOn March 28th, the 18th "Serfs Emancipation Day in Tibet," cadres and the masses of all ethnic groups in Tibet commemorated the 67th anniversary of the democratic reform in Tibet in various forms. The picture shows actors performing programs at the "Serfs Emancipation Day in Tibet" mass performance event held in Zongjiao Lukang Park (宗角禄康公园) in Lhasa (拉萨市) on the same day. (Related reports on page 4)
Xinhua News Agency reporter Ding Zeng Nida (丁增尼达) photographed.
Return to TopBy: 王 浩
During "China Water Week," the harmonious coexistence of water and people, water and cities, and people and nature, this essential question for development has once again sparked heated discussions.
During the "14th Five-Year Plan" period, why has China's economic aggregate continuously crossed major thresholds and grain output achieved bumper harvests year after year, while the total water consumption has achieved zero growth? "Adaptability" is an important perspective to observe.
"Make as much soup as there is bread," determining actions based on water availability and acting according to water resources. "Closing, reforming, relocating, and transforming" high water-consuming enterprises, promoting the reform of "assessing industrial water efficiency," and continuously promoting water conservation in urban and rural areas... Taking water resources as the biggest rigid constraint, adapting to local conditions, and innovating exploration, can we make good use of water resources and optimize the allocation of water resources.
The more developed new quality productive forces are, the greater the potential for increasing revenue and reducing expenditure. Wastewater regeneration, by 2025 China's unconventional water utilization will exceed 25 billion cubic meters; intelligentization, improving the efficiency of water-saving systems; membrane technology, promoting seawater desalination and comprehensive utilization... Moving towards green development and advancing towards innovation, can we find more ways to solve the constraints of water resources.
In the great tide of green development, further strengthening the empowerment of scientific and technological innovation and improving the accuracy of social governance, so that the level of resource utilization is always adapted to high-quality development, will surely continue to open up new horizons and create new realms.
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 李增辉 刘新吾
On the construction site of the Meichi Zhuolan Industrial Park in Chongqing High-tech Zone (重庆高新区), dozens of excavators and pile drivers are operating with a deafening roar. "We acquired this land through a 30-year flexible transfer," said the person in charge of Chongqing Meichi Technology Co., Ltd. (重庆美炽科技有限公司). "According to previous policies, the transfer term for industrial land was 50 years, which would have significantly increased construction costs."
Chongqing High-tech Zone innovatively adopted the "joint land acquisition + flexible transfer" model, adjusting the transfer term for industrial land to a flexible range of 20 to 50 years. It also uses digital applications for intelligent site selection for enterprises. Chongqing Meichi Technology Co., Ltd. successfully acquired land and partnered with a company in Dongguan (东莞), Guangdong (广东). This is Chongqing's (重庆) first industrial project built with the support of diversified land supply methods.
Promoting the market-oriented reform of factors of production through flexible land supply is a microcosm of Chongqing High-tech Zone's efforts to optimize the business environment. Chongqing High-tech Zone continues to improve the factor guarantee environment, the government affairs environment, and the rule of law environment, accelerating the cultivation of business entities and promoting high-quality development.
With guaranteed factors of production, development bottlenecks are broken –
Chongqing Youte Mould Co., Ltd. (重庆优特模具有限公司) wanted to take out a loan to increase its production line. Chongqing High-tech Zone launched the "Sci-tech Enterprise Tiered Loan," where cooperative guarantee institutions and cooperative banks share the risk at a ratio of 8:2.
Without these worries, a bank granted Youte Mould Co., Ltd. a credit line of 5 million yuan. "It only took a week from submitting our materials to receiving the loan," said Lei Jiale (雷佳乐), the company's general manager.
Addressing the pain points of "light assets and difficulty in financing" for sci-tech enterprises, Chongqing High-tech Zone has built a full-chain support system for sci-tech finance, including "equity investment + debt products + service guarantees," cultivating and expanding patient capital, and improving the tolerance mechanism for losses, so that financial "living water" can accurately irrigate innovative enterprises. As of the third quarter of 2025, the loan balance of regional sci-tech enterprises reached 58.49 billion yuan.
To support the development of start-ups, Chongqing High-tech Zone comprehensively strengthens guarantees from all aspects of capital, talent, land, and policies, and is building an International Talent Innovation and Entrepreneurship Service Port and the "Yucai Hui" (渝才荟) Science City International Talent Port online service application. Around the different stages of talent (project) introduction, achievement transformation, enterprise incubation, and enterprise growth, it has launched more than 20 high-frequency services such as talent identification, intelligent matching of project supply and demand, and incubation and residency, all accessible through a "one-stop online service." At the same time, it has established a full-chain sci-tech financial support matrix to accurately match financial support for innovation and entrepreneurship projects.
With efficient services, the business environment is optimized –
When Kuawi (Chongqing) Intelligent Robot Co., Ltd. (跨维（重庆）智能机器人有限公司) was in the preparation stage, a helper and agent took the initiative to connect. "We didn't have to run around even once, and all the procedures were completed. We just 'sat and waited' for the licenses to come to our door," said Ms. Ouyang (欧阳女士), the company's person in charge.
From "at most one trip" to "not even one trip," Chongqing High-tech Zone continues to optimize the business environment through digital reform and proactive services. Chongqing High-tech Zone has formed a professional helper and agent team to provide "service upon signing" for investment projects and "one-to-one" follow-up for key enterprises, realizing full-process assistance and agency for 55 high-frequency enterprise-related matters. Chongqing High-tech Zone also highlights the "dual-wheel drive" of digital empowerment and deepening reform, strengthens "one-stop online service," and has launched 1,319 items on the "Yu Kuai Ban" (渝快办) platform, with an online availability rate of 82.35%.
As a representative of Chongqing's (重庆) market-oriented allocation reform of factors of production, Chongqing High-tech Zone is pushing the "streamlining administration, delegating power, and improving services" reform to a deeper level: the "Government Procurement One Thing" platform realizes the entire process of online handling of procurement plan declaration, guarantee deposit management, etc., and the bid guarantee deposit is "refunded immediately without application"; the "Yu Kuai Ban" (渝快办) platform allows enterprises to reduce the average number of application materials by 60% and the number of trips by 80%...
With warm law enforcement, enterprise-related law enforcement is standardized –
In March last year, Chongqing High-tech Zone created a "'Credit + Risk' Supervision and Law Enforcement Comprehensive Scenario," realizing "non-disturbance and efficient supervision" through a differentiated supervision model. Since the scenario was used, the time for enterprises to prepare for inspection has been shortened by 60%, and the time for problem discovery and disposal has been shortened by 50%.
Chongqing High-tech Zone also carries out flexible law enforcement, using simplified penalty procedures to reduce the processing time limit by 60%, reducing interference to enterprises. For problems that arise in enterprises, law enforcement officers both advise and reason, and also publicize the law, patiently helping with rectification.
In response to the pain points reflected by enterprises, such as "high frequency of inspections and difficulty in rectifying problems," Chongqing High-tech Zone has established four lists: "Positive List," "Assistance List," "Exemption List," and "Restoration List," strengthening the entire process of law enforcement services of "active prevention in advance, prudent consideration during the event, and guided rectification afterwards," optimizing law enforcement methods, and reducing the frequency of law enforcement.
Only when the soil is fertile can the leaves be lush. By the end of 2025, Chongqing High-tech Zone had 79,316 business entities, an increase of 4.4% year-on-year; there were 383 municipal-level and above R&D platforms, and 551 national high-tech enterprises were cultivated.
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 杨颜菲
Vigorously develop the cultural tourism industry and empower economic and social development with culture.
——Excerpt from the "15th Five-Year Plan" Outline
In Jingdezhen (景德镇), Jiangxi (江西) Province, at the Sun Gong Kiln (孙公窑) in the Taoyangli (陶阳里) historical and cultural block, Sun Lixin (孙立新), a provincial-level representative inheritor of the intangible cultural heritage of traditional blue-and-white porcelain making techniques, leans over his workbench, guiding tourists in experiencing porcelain painting. Tourists hold pencils, sketching small fish patterns on the blank porcelain. One tourist hesitates to start, and Sun Lixin (孙立新) steps forward to help him make the first stroke, after which the tourist begins to create a lively and interesting picture.
Hand-painting a piece, sending it to the kiln for firing, and receiving the shipped piece shortly after returning home from the trip, visitors to Jingdezhen (景德镇) can immerse themselves in the cultural warmth of millennia-old ceramics and gain a unique Jingdezhen (景德镇) souvenir with porcelain charm.
"In the past, we sold works; now, we sell experiences," says Sun Lixin (孙立新). "Tourists are pursuing in-depth experiences, and we can no longer 墨守成规 (mò shǒu chéng guī - "stick to conventions," adhere to established rules; be hidebound)."
Once, Jingdezhen's (景德镇) ceramic manufacturing industry fell into a development bottleneck, and the traditional development model could not keep up with changes in market demand. Some ceramic workshops responded flexibly, shifting from simply selling handicrafts to attracting tourists to experience the process firsthand, regaining popularity. Some traditional large-scale ceramic manufacturing enterprises have also transformed, focusing on "in-depth experience" for consumers as a key direction and developing cultural tourism products.
Guoci Hongye Company (国瓷红叶公司), located in the Changnan New Area (昌南新区), has partnered with Jingdezhen Heguang Research Base (景德镇禾光研学基地) to add a research and study section. By offering projects such as ceramic handcrafting experiences and high-quality research courses, tourists can immerse themselves in the charm of ceramic culture while appreciating high-end fine ceramics.
At the research base, nine students from the Huawai Tongwen Foreign Language School (华外同文外国语学校) in Guangdong (广东) Province hold clay blanks, experiencing ceramic intangible heritage projects such as making clay sculptures and colored glazes. "The Jingdezhen (景德镇) porcelain in the textbooks can actually be made by hand!" said Liu Muxuan (刘沐轩), an eighth-grader, excitedly holding up the ceramic refrigerator magnet he had just painted. After completing their works, the children can also experience the traditional ritual before firing the kiln and sell their handmade ceramics at the night market.
"The teacher led the children to design signs and actively sell, earning more than 500 yuan in an hour and a half," said Liu Jing (刘晶), a staff member at the research base, with a smile, adding that the school will use the money to buy books and donate them to remote areas. Chen Yuwen (陈昱雯), the head of the research base, said that many foreign children also come to experience it, "They take the porcelain they made back to their countries and become disseminators of Chinese ceramic culture."
Beichang Ceramic Company (北厂陶瓷公司), also located in the Changnan New Area (昌南新区), adopts a "front store, back factory" model to explore the integration of culture and tourism: the front store displays ceramic objects, and entering the factory in the back, tourists can see the workers' production process and experience processes such as throwing and painting by hand. After firing, they can enjoy one-stop mailing services and take their works home.
Creating the "Shangzhen Xueyi" (上镇学艺) brand, turning static ceramic culture into a consumer scene that can be participated in, experienced, and interacted with; launching the cultural and creative product "Chun Wan" (春碗), using the Zhengde (正德) bowl shape design, integrating traditional techniques such as blue-and-white and famille rose, and auspicious patterns, creating sales of about 40 million yuan; virtual reality experience projects such as "What is Jingdezhen" (何以景德镇) allow tourists to "travel" back to the ancient imperial kiln factory... Continuous innovation has brought new vitality to Jingdezhen's (景德镇) ceramic industry. In 2025, Jingdezhen (景德镇) saw a year-on-year increase of 15.43% in domestic tourist arrivals and a year-on-year increase of 17.98% in domestic tourism spending.
From individual porcelain pieces to a complete service system; from research bases to a vibrant cultural city; from local cultural inheritance to international exchange and dissemination, Jingdezhen's (景德镇) ceramic culture can not only be "preserved" but also "revitalized" and "go global." Today, Jingdezhen (景德镇) is focusing on expanding the supply of high-quality experience-based products and services, transforming cultural value into tangible economic benefits.
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The integration of culture and tourism is not simply about superimposing tourism scenarios and cultural symbols. The key lies in building a new cultural consumption ecosystem that is participatory, immersive, and extensible. Jingdezhen (景德镇), a city established on ceramics, is exploring the transformation of traditional ceramics from "ornaments" to "experiential products," allowing tourists to perceive the warmth of craftsmanship through hands-on practice and complete a dialogue with culture in the creative process. This transformation is essentially a supply-side transformation and upgrade, using service innovation to activate cultural stock and expand value space.
Cultural inheritance contains the potential for economic growth. When intangible cultural heritage techniques are no longer confined to museums and inheritors, but enter public life through tentacles such as research and study bases and handicraft workshops, culture gains lasting vitality.
Jingdezhen's (景德镇) exploration also provides a reference for other cities. Deep integration of culture and tourism requires both the determination to hold on to the roots of culture and the courage to embrace the market and 推陈出新 (tuī chén chū xīn - "weed through the old to bring forth the new," to get rid of the old to make way for the new). Culture that "lives" in the present can truly "walk" towards the future.
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 王 政 刘温馨
Energy-saving equipment refers to products and equipment that improve energy efficiency and reduce energy consumption and losses in all aspects of energy production and use through advanced technology design and manufacturing.
Recently, the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (工业和信息化部) and other four departments jointly issued the "Implementation Plan for High-Quality Development of Energy-Saving Equipment (2026-2028)", proposing that by 2028, breakthroughs will be made in key materials and components of energy-saving equipment, the matching degree and actual operating efficiency of energy-using systems in key industries will be continuously improved, the energy efficiency level of energy-saving equipment such as motors and transformers will reach the international leading level, and the market share of energy-saving equipment will be further increased.
In recent years, the energy efficiency level of various types of energy-saving equipment in China has continued to improve, and industries such as energy-saving motors, transformers, and heat pumps have developed rapidly, with industry scale, technology level, and market competitiveness leading the world. However, some equipment in service has not reached the energy efficiency standard limit, some key materials and components still need to be tackled, the systematic matching of some equipment and loads is poor, and the level of intelligence needs to be improved.
The implementation plan focuses on six types of energy-saving equipment, including energy-saving motors, transformers, industrial heat pumps, industrial refrigeration (heat) and heating equipment, water electrolysis hydrogen production equipment, and information communication equipment, and makes deployments from accelerating the research and promotion of advanced energy-saving equipment, expanding the green and low-carbon supply of energy-saving equipment, strengthening the systematic coupling and matching of energy-saving equipment, and promoting the digital improvement of energy-saving equipment, so as to promote the continuous improvement of energy efficiency and provide key equipment support for promoting new industrialization and achieving the goal of carbon peaking and carbon neutrality.
"The implementation plan requires that for energy-saving equipment with higher efficiency and higher performance, we should accelerate the research and development of new materials, new components, and new products that meet market demand and have outstanding energy-saving effects, promote the construction of a large model for energy-saving and carbon reduction of equipment, promote the application of artificial intelligence to enable energy-saving equipment, and focus on improving the operating efficiency of energy-using equipment systems in key industries, so as to realize the transformation of industrial energy conservation to the whole process system energy conservation." Wang Peng (王鹏), Director of the Energy Conservation and Comprehensive Utilization Department of the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (工业和信息化部节能与综合利用司司长), said that highlighting technological innovation, on the basis of promoting the energy efficiency improvement of complete energy-saving equipment, "inward" deep mining to the independent tackling of basic materials and core components, "forward" extending to the upgrading of green manufacturing processes of products, and "backward" expanding to the optimization of equipment operation, building a full-chain technology upgrade path from raw materials to complete machines, establishing a full-process technology upgrade path from design and production to application, and consolidating the industrial foundation.
"At present, the energy efficiency of individual energy-saving equipment in China has been at a relatively high level, and the space for energy-saving potential is limited, but under actual operating conditions, the operating efficiency of most energy-using systems is not high." Wang Peng (王鹏) said that in response to the pain points such as "overpowered motors" and low system operating efficiency, "strengthening system coupling and matching" will be taken as a key task.
On the one hand, strengthen the precise matching of energy-saving equipment with its load equipment, operating conditions, etc., guide enterprises to select models according to actual operating conditions, for example, direct-drive large-torque permanent magnet motors can be selected for loads that run at low speeds for a long time; promote technologies such as variable frequency speed regulation and harmonic suppression; improve the group control technology level of compressed air stations, centralized pumping stations, etc., and dynamically schedule to ensure the efficient operation of equipment clusters; and promote modular hardware integrated design in the field of computing power facilities to realize the sharing of supporting resources such as heat dissipation and power supply. On the other hand, strengthen the deep adaptation between equipment and scenarios, change the past model of "one equipment for all", and develop key energy-saving equipment and integrated system solutions adapted to scenarios for the development needs of key energy-using industries and emerging industries.
Return to TopSince March, in Mingshan District (名山区), Ya'an City (雅安市), Sichuan Province (四川省), hundreds of thousands of acres of tea gardens have ushered in the large-scale picking of spring tea. Tea farmers and buyers from all directions gather here, and the fresh leaf trading market enters the busiest trading season of the year.
The local area deepens cooperation with universities and colleges, relying on scientific research forces such as Sichuan Agricultural University (四川农业大学), to build an integrated system of fine variety breeding, propagation, and promotion of "scientific research institutes + breeding bases + cooperatives." In 2025, the total tea garden area in Ya'an City (雅安市) will be 1,002,500 mu, with a comprehensive output value of 29 billion yuan.
All of the above pictures were taken by Zhang Kunkun (张坤琨) (Image China).
Return to TopAccording to a recent report, in 2025, China's digital consumption scale reached 25.3 trillion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 8.7%, with digital service consumption increasing by 12.5%, becoming the main engine driving the growth of digital consumption. E-commerce has driven more active offline consumption, with offline digital consumption increasing by 13.8%.
In 2025, the Ministry of Commerce (商务部) and other eight departments issued the "Guiding Opinions on Vigorously Developing Digital Consumption and Jointly Creating a Better Life in the Digital Era." Local authorities and various departments have worked together, and relevant departments have issued more than 40 supporting documents and standard specifications. Digital technology has been deeply integrated into culture and tourism, healthcare, urban services and other fields. Immersive cultural tourism, intelligent diagnosis and treatment, drone delivery and other new scenarios have been widely implemented. Systems in areas such as digital governance, data security, and intellectual property rights have been continuously improved, helping to build a safe, standardized, healthy and inclusive digital consumption ecosystem.
People's Daily (本报)
Beijing (北京), March 28th.
Reporter Wang Ke (王珂)
According to a report from the People's Daily, Beijing (北京), March 28th (Reporter Shen Shaotie (申少铁)): A reporter learned on the 28th from the National Medical Products Administration (国家药监局) that, so far this year, the total value of China's innovative drug out-licensing transactions has exceeded 60 billion US dollars, nearly half of the total for the entire year of 2025.
As of March 27th this year, China has approved the marketing of 10 innovative drugs, 8 of which are original Chinese innovative drugs. In 2025, China approved 76 innovative drugs, reaching a new historical high; the total value of innovative drug out-licensing transactions exceeded 130 billion US dollars, also reaching a new historical high. Behind the rapid growth in the total value of out-licensing transactions is the international recognition of China's innovative drug research and development strength and quality.
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Since the launch of the learning and education campaign on establishing and practicing a correct view of performance, all regions, departments, and units have focused on the theme, meticulously organized, and educated and guided the vast number of party members and cadres to deeply grasp the general requirements of "ruling the party for the public, benefiting the people, making scientific decisions, and earnestly implementing," studying earnestly and conscientiously, and transforming the effectiveness of learning into a powerful driving force for serving the central work and promoting high-quality development.
Deeply Study and Comprehend to Strengthen Party Spirit
The Party Leadership Group of the State Administration of Science, Technology and Industry for National Defence (国家国防科技工业局) adheres to grasping learning through the "First Topic" and implementing through the "First Political Requirement," deeply studying and comprehending General Secretary Xi Jinping's (习近平) important expositions on establishing and practicing a correct view of performance through reading classes, on-site teaching, and theme party days, conscientiously studying and implementing General Secretary Xi Jinping's important expositions and important instructions and directives on science, technology and industry for national defense, tempering a strong party spirit, and improving political standing.
In recent days, the Party committees (Party leadership groups) at all levels of the Xinjiang Production and Construction Corps (新疆生产建设兵团) have deeply studied "Excerpts of Xi Jinping's (习近平) Discourses on Establishing and Practicing a Correct View of Performance" through holding reading classes, theoretical study center group studies, and holding special study meetings. Party schools (administrative colleges) and cadre colleges at all levels have incorporated the relevant content of learning and education into the main training courses and into routine commissioned training to ensure that the deployment requirements of learning and education are implemented.
The Shunyi District (顺义区) of Beijing (北京) held a special reading class for the district-level leading group, driving the leading groups of district-level units to carry out centralized reading and learning, driving the grassroots party organizations to carry out exchanges and discussions in conjunction with the "Three Meetings and One Class," and at the same time incorporating learning and education as an important content into the main training courses of the district party school, the study and implementation seminar of the Fourth Plenary Session of the 20th CPC Central Committee for district-level cadres, and the training of section-level and below cadres to study and implement the spirit of the Fourth Plenary Session of the 20th CPC Central Committee, to promote learning and education to enter the mind and heart.
The Standing Committee of the Yangzhou (扬州) Municipal Party Committee of Jiangsu (江苏) Province insisted on learning one step ahead and learning one level deeper, incorporating the content of learning and education into the "required course" of the theoretical study center group learning, formulating a learning plan, and demonstrating and driving 91 county-level participating units and 83 townships and streets to fully launch deployment. Focusing on studying General Secretary Xi Jinping's (习近平) important expositions on establishing and practicing a correct view of performance, guiding party members and cadres to talk about gains in light of experience, talk about experiences in light of examples, and talk about plans in light of positions, and deepen the understanding and understanding of the correct view of performance.
Innovate Methods to Improve Quality
On-site observation, case analysis, exchange and discussion... Recently, the trainees of the training class for section-level leading cadres in Beibei District (北碚区), Chongqing (重庆) walked into the Chuanyu Gaozhu New Area (川渝高竹新区) to participate in on-site teaching, observed the innovative practice achievements of the first cross-provincial co-built new area in the country, learned about the breakthrough measures of the new area in breaking administrative barriers and deepening Chuanyu collaboration, and experienced the correct view of performance contained therein.
Zhaotong City (昭通市), Yunnan (云南) Province, has sorted out a batch of typical positive and negative cases to educate and guide leading groups and party members and cadres at all levels to establish and practice a correct view of performance. Party schools at all levels have strengthened the application of on-site teaching and interactive teaching methods such as interview-style, discussion-style, and case-style, and carried out immersive teaching for party and government "chiefs," newly promoted cadres, young cadres, and cadres in key positions.
Fuzhou City (抚州市), Jiangxi (江西) Province, innovated methods and carriers, integrated excellent traditional Chinese culture, and created a batch of observable, learnable, and practicable "living teaching materials." At the same time, on-site teaching, special discussions, and deeds publicity are organically integrated with cadre education and training, theme party days, etc., integrated into daily life, grasped regularly, and continuously improved the pertinence and effectiveness of learning and education.
In response to the characteristics of multiple business forms, multiple legal entities, and multiple levels of systems, the Party Committee of China Investment Corporation (中国投资有限责任公司) deployed and opened a special column for learning and education on the company's internal learning platform, extending the tentacles of learning to grassroots party organizations. By adhering to the regular scheduling of the working group, more than 5,200 party organizations and more than 50,000 party members and cadres in the company system have been promoted to enhance their ideological understanding and take the initiative to take responsibility in learning.
Combine Learning and Application to Seek Practical Results
The Party Leadership Group of the State Administration of Foreign Exchange (国家外汇局) stated that it will combine solving ideological understanding problems with solving reform and development problems, accelerate the construction of important laws and regulations in the field of foreign exchange, and promote high-level institutional opening up in the field of foreign exchange. At the same time, it will improve the mechanism for foreign exchange policy research, evaluation, and transmission and implementation, coordinate and promote "handling one thing efficiently" and reduce the burden on the grassroots, and continuously enhance the people's sense of gain.
Xining City (西宁市), Qinghai (青海) Province, has studied and formulated a list of key tasks for learning and education, adhered to closely combining learning and education with the central work, and regarded "economic development as a major task" and "striving for the first in the year" as important grasps to promote cadres to practice a correct view of performance.
Handan City (邯郸市), Hebei (河北) Province, adheres to open education, and widely listens to the opinions and suggestions of the masses through channels such as normalized reception of visits and appointments, and receiving and handling letters from the masses. At the same time, the opinions and suggestions of the masses are included in the list of problems identified by the leading group, and practical matters concerning the vital interests of the masses such as employment, education, medical care, and housing are handled through problem rectification.
The Party Leadership Group of China Three Gorges Corporation (中国长江三峡集团有限公司) stated that it is necessary to deepen the docking of development strategies around the measures of "accelerating the construction of a modern water network" clearly defined in the "15th Five-Year Plan" outline, deeply integrate into the construction of the national water network, refine the operation and management of major national instruments, accelerate the construction of clean energy bases, and promote the protection of the Yangtze River (长江).
The Party Committee of CITIC Group (中信集团) regards theoretical learning as the primary link in planning development and setting strategies, organizes and carries out seminars and exchanges for middle-aged and young cadres and employees, promotes the combination of learning and discussion with the implementation of the Group's key strategies, and the combination with the development of the "Basic Management Improvement Year" and the deepening of special work led by party building, establishes and improves the supervision mechanism for the transformation and implementation of important achievements, and provides a strong guarantee for the high-quality start of the "15th Five-Year Plan" with practical work and achievements.
Zhoushan City (舟山市), Zhejiang (浙江) Province, closely combines learning and education with the implementation of national strategies, the construction of a modern industrial system with marine characteristics, and the promotion of common prosperity in the islands, deeply carries out the "Everyone Dares to Take Responsibility, All Employees Strive for Practical Achievements" practical work and striving for the first activity, guides party members and cadres throughout the city to focus on practical work, practical results, and strive for practical achievements in the front line of entrepreneurship, and promotes the correct view of performance to be truly internalized in the heart and externalized in action.
Since the launch of the learning and education campaign, Shizuishan City (石嘴山市), Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region (宁夏回族自治区), has focused on people's livelihood work such as the renovation of old neighborhoods, and party members and cadres have widely visited the masses, focusing on future development and accurately connecting with the needs of the masses. The city insists on scientific planning and layout, and coordinates and promotes basic projects such as the renovation of underground pipe networks, the optimization of street environment, and the renovation of exterior facades to ensure that the renovation work is orderly and efficient, and strives to do the work to the hearts of the masses.
(Reporters Meng Xiangfu (孟祥夫), Gong Shijian (龚仕建), Wang Zhou (王洲), Zhang Wen (张文), Wang Hao (王浩), Jiang Yunlong (蒋云龙), Liu Junguo (刘军国), Ge Mengchao (葛孟超), Li Junqiang (李君强), Wang Xinyue (王欣悦), Zhang Chi (张驰) of this newspaper)
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 李增辉 刘新吾
On the construction site of the Meichi Zhuolan Industrial Park in Chongqing High-tech Zone (重庆高新区), dozens of excavators and pile drivers are roaring. "We acquired this land through a 30-year flexible transfer method," said the person in charge of Chongqing Meichi Technology Co., Ltd. (重庆美炽科技有限公司). "According to the previous policy, the transfer period for industrial land was 50 years, which would have significantly increased construction costs."
Chongqing High-tech Zone innovatively adopted the "joint land acquisition + flexible transfer" model, adjusting the transfer period for industrial land to a flexible range of 20 to 50 years. It also uses digital applications for intelligent site selection for enterprises. Chongqing Meichi Technology Co., Ltd. successfully acquired the land and partnered with a company in Dongguan (东莞), Guangdong (广东). This is Chongqing's first industrial project built with the support of diversified land supply methods.
Promoting the market-oriented reform of factors of production through flexible land supply is a microcosm of Chongqing High-tech Zone's efforts to optimize the business environment. Chongqing High-tech Zone continuously improves the factor guarantee environment, the government affairs environment, and the rule of law environment, accelerating the cultivation of business entities and promoting high-quality development.
With guaranteed factors, bottlenecks in development are broken——
Chongqing Youte Mould Co., Ltd. (重庆优特模具有限公司) wanted to take out a loan to increase its production line. Chongqing High-tech Zone launched the "Sci-Tech Enterprise Tiered Loan," in which cooperative guarantee institutions and cooperative banks share risks at a ratio of 8:2.
Without worries, a bank granted Youte Mould Co., Ltd. a credit line of 5 million yuan. "It only took a week from the time we submitted the materials to the time the loan was issued," said Lei Jiale (雷佳乐), the company's general manager.
Addressing the pain points of "light assets and difficulty in financing" for science and technology innovation enterprises, Chongqing High-tech Zone has built a full-chain support system for science and technology finance integrating "equity investment + debt products + service guarantees," cultivating and expanding patient capital, improving the tolerance mechanism for losses, and allowing financial "living water" to precisely irrigate innovative enterprises. As of the third quarter of 2025, the loan balance of regional science and technology enterprises reached 58.49 billion yuan.
To support the development of start-up enterprises, Chongqing High-tech Zone comprehensively strengthens guarantees from all aspects of capital, talent, land, and policies, and is building an International Talent Innovation and Entrepreneurship Service Port and the "Yucai Hui" (渝才荟) Science City International Talent Port online service application. Around the different stages of talent (project) introduction, achievement transformation, enterprise incubation, and enterprise growth, it has launched more than 20 high-frequency services such as talent identification, intelligent project supply and demand matching, and incubation and residence, all of which can be handled online through a "one-stop" service. At the same time, it has established a full-chain science and technology financial support matrix to accurately match financial support for innovation and entrepreneurship projects.
Efficient service optimizes the business environment——
When Kuawi (Chongqing) Intelligent Robot Co., Ltd. (跨维（重庆）智能机器人有限公司) was in the preparation stage, a helper and agent took the initiative to connect. "We didn't have to run around even once, and all the procedures were completed. We just 'waited' for the licenses to be delivered to our door," said Ms. Ouyang (欧阳女士), the person in charge of the company.
From "at most one trip" to "no trips at all," Chongqing High-tech Zone continues to optimize the business environment through digital reform and proactive services. Chongqing High-tech Zone has formed a professional team of helpers and agents to provide "service upon signing" for investment projects and "one-on-one" follow-up for key enterprises, realizing full-process assistance and agency for 55 high-frequency enterprise-related matters. Chongqing High-tech Zone also highlights the "dual-wheel drive" of digital empowerment and deepening reform, strengthens "one-stop" online services, and has launched 1,319 items on the "Yu Kuai Ban" (渝快办) platform, with an online handling rate of 82.35%.
As a representative of Chongqing's market-oriented allocation reform of factors of production, Chongqing High-tech Zone has pushed the "streamlining administration, delegating power, and improving services" reform to a deeper level: the "Government Procurement One Thing" platform realizes the entire process of online handling of procurement plan declaration, security deposit management, etc., and the bid security deposit is "refunded immediately without application"; the "Yu Kuai Ban" platform reduces the average number of enterprise application materials by 60% and the number of trips by 80%...
Law enforcement with warmth, regulating enterprise-related law enforcement——
In March last year, Chongqing High-tech Zone created a "'Credit + Risk' Regulatory and Law Enforcement Comprehensive Scenario," realizing "no disturbance and efficient supervision" through a differentiated regulatory model. Since the use of this scenario, the inspection time for enterprises has been shortened by 60%, and the problem discovery and disposal time has been shortened by 50%.
Chongqing High-tech Zone also carries out flexible law enforcement, using simplified penalty procedures to reduce the processing time limit by 60%, reducing interference to enterprises. For problems that arise in enterprises, law enforcement officers both admonish and reason, and also publicize the law, patiently helping to rectify.
In response to the pain points of "high inspection frequency and difficulty in problem rectification" reflected by enterprises, Chongqing High-tech Zone has established four lists: "Positive List," "Assistance List," "Exemption List," and "Restoration List," strengthening the entire process of law enforcement services of "active prevention in advance, prudent consideration during the event, and guiding rectification afterwards," optimizing law enforcement methods, and reducing the frequency of law enforcement.
Only when the soil is fertile can the leaves be lush. As of the end of 2025, Chongqing High-tech Zone had 79,316 business entities, an increase of 4.4% year-on-year; there were 383 municipal-level and above R&D platforms, and 551 national high-tech enterprises were cultivated.
Return to TopThis newspaper's Beijing (北京) dispatch on March 28th (Reporter Luo Shanshan (罗珊珊)): Recently, the Ministry of Commerce (商务部) and China Export & Credit Insurance Corporation (中国出口信用保险公司) jointly issued the "Notice on Giving Full Play to the Role of Export Credit Insurance and Promoting a Good Start to High-Quality Business Development in the '15th Five-Year Plan'," guiding local commercial authorities and SINOSURE's business institutions to strengthen coordination and cooperation, and increase support for export credit insurance.
The notice proposes to optimize and upgrade trade in goods, earnestly carry out relevant work on short-term insurance, optimize the supply of quota resources, make good use of import prepayment insurance, and strengthen cross-insurance linkage. Cultivate new momentum for foreign trade, enrich credit granting basis, clarify review standards, innovate underwriting models, and increase the replication and promotion of typical experiences and practices. Promote the integration of domestic and foreign trade, strengthen the linkage between export insurance and domestic trade insurance, expand underwriting for upstream and downstream industrial chains, promote the expansion and increase of domestic trade insurance, and increase support for foreign trade enterprises to expand domestic sales. Guide the rational and orderly cross-border layout of production and supply chains, combine the use of trade insurance, project insurance and other products, as well as financing, guarantees, policy financing and other services, and do a good job in overseas risk prevention and control. Deepen economic and trade cooperation under the "Belt and Road" Initiative (一带一路), give full play to the role of medium and long-term insurance and overseas investment insurance, and promote the implementation of more projects. Strengthen support for small and micro enterprises, continue to carry out special actions such as insurance benefiting enterprises and digital intelligence assisting enterprises, enrich policy financing products, and improve the quality of credit services.
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 孔 歌
From March 25th to 29th, the 2026 Zhongguancun Forum (中关村论坛) Annual Conference, themed "Deep Integration of Scientific and Technological Innovation and Industrial Innovation," was held in Beijing (北京). The annual conference featured five major sections: forum meetings, achievement releases, technology transactions, cutting-edge competitions, and supporting activities. Guests from more than 100 countries and regions gathered to share innovative achievements and look forward to the prospects of international scientific and technological cooperation. They expressed that in recent years, China has continuously optimized its innovation ecosystem, promoted the deep integration of cutting-edge technologies and industries, and continuously expanded the depth and breadth of its scientific and technological cooperation with various countries, contributing Chinese solutions to the global prosperity and development of science and technology.
"We have seen the results of scientific and technological innovation driving social development."
Robot dancers and robot bands performed on the same stage, and melodious music attracted people to stop; in the restaurant, robots cooperated tacitly to serve authentic Beijing (北京) snacks and Chinese tea; lion dance robots danced nimbly to crisp rhythms, and quadruped robots moved freely under the control of technicians... Walking into the Zhongguancun International Innovation Center (中关村国际创新中心) is like stepping into a future life show. Many foreign guests actively inquired about cutting-edge technology products, checked in to experience them, and took photos.
Wang Binying (王彬颖), Deputy Director-General of the World Intellectual Property Organization (世界知识产权组织), said in her opening speech that new technologies such as artificial intelligence are spreading widely around the world, reshaping the innovation landscape and creating new opportunities. China is the first country in the world to have more than 5 million valid domestic invention patents, and its innovation achievements are remarkable. Beijing (北京) has a deep foundation of innovation, and the World Intellectual Property Organization (世界知识产权组织) is committed to deepening its cooperation with Beijing (北京).
"The Chinese government has formulated a long-term scientific and technological innovation strategy and has made continuous investments in scientific research, and the scientific and technological achievements it has achieved have not only profoundly changed Chinese society but also had a significant impact on the world," said Salvatore Majorana, Chairman of the International Association of Science Parks and Areas of Innovation. "China's level of science and technology is at the forefront of the world. Here, we have seen the results of scientific and technological innovation driving social development."
Peter David Rudzki, Academician of the European Academy of Sciences, Foreign Academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering, and Professor of the School of Mechanical Engineering of Southeast University (东南大学), said that in recent years, China has continuously increased its investment in scientific and technological innovation, continued to cultivate deeply in the field of research and development and innovation, and made remarkable achievements in scientific and technological progress. Relying on solid talent reserves and efficient technology transformation capabilities, China has joined the forefront of global scientific and technological innovation. "China has made it clear that it will strengthen the source function of international scientific and technological innovation centers during the '15th Five-Year Plan' period. Paying attention to China's scientific and technological development and deepening cooperation with China is of great significance to all countries."
"Next Mannheim" is a technology business incubator in Mannheim (曼海姆), Germany (德国), which aims to provide services and support for urban innovation and start-ups. Christian Sommer, general manager of the institution, believes that responding to global climate change, energy transition, and other challenges is a top priority related to human development, and China's practice of promoting green transformation is a model.
"China is an ideal country for carrying out scientific and technological innovation."
The Beijing (京津冀) International Science and Technology Innovation Center (北京国际科技创新中心) support policy, the "Open Science International Cooperation Action Plan," the "Top Ten Scientific Advances in China in 2025," and the "2025 Global Engineering Frontiers" were released; more than 20 technology transaction docking activities gathered more than 500 projects, and more than 100 technology managers from Beijing (北京), Tianjin (天津), and Hebei (河北) carried out industry-university-research docking; 60 parallel forums focused on embodied intelligence, quantum technology, 6G, and other cutting-edge tracks... One release event after another, one pragmatic exchange after another, wrote a vivid footnote to the innovative cooperation background of the 2026 Zhongguancun Forum (中关村论坛) Annual Conference.
This year, the newly upgraded artificial intelligence translation system has expanded its service languages to 8, allowing guests from different countries to communicate without barriers. Rathna Gamage, Deputy Minister of Fisheries, Aquatic Resources and Marine Resources of Sri Lanka (斯里兰卡), told reporters that the Zhongguancun Forum (中关村论坛) Annual Conference provides a platform for all parties to jointly discuss the global scientific and technological development situation, which helps to enhance mutual assistance, friendship, and cooperation.
"Every time I come to China, I see new changes!" The embodied robot displayed at the event left a deep impression on Oleg Movsesyan, President of the Science Park of Moscow State University (莫斯科国立大学). He said that China's rapid development in the field of science and technology is due to the cultivation of young talents and the strong support for scientific and technological innovation projects. "The interaction and exchange of scientific researchers, innovators, and entrepreneurs from all over the world here will help achieve mutual benefit and win-win results."
Chalermpol Tuchinda, Chairman of the ASEAN Committee of the University Technology Managers Association and ASEAN Advisor of the International Technology Transfer Managers Alliance, is attending the Zhongguancun Forum (中关村论坛) Annual Conference for the first time. In his opinion, China has a complete industrial system that can provide various resources needed for the development of scientific and technological innovation enterprises. "The topics discussed at the annual conference are very cutting-edge. We look forward to the continuous collision of China's advanced technology and the application needs of ASEAN countries to create sparks of cooperation, and promote the implementation and transformation of technology through cooperation."
"The coordinated development of science and technology innovation in Beijing (北京), Tianjin (天津), and Hebei (河北) is a visionary plan." Paolo Dario, Chief Scientist of the Italian Robotics National Competence Center (ARTES 4.0), believes that China has made many efforts to encourage scientific and technological innovation, has achieved remarkable results in industrial synergy, and has also performed well in the application of technology. "China is an ideal country for carrying out scientific and technological innovation, and I am very optimistic about China's development prospects."
During the "14th Five-Year Plan" period, Beijing (北京) took the lead in formulating more than 500 international standards, and Beijing (北京) units undertook 54 secretariats of international standards organization technical institutions. Sergio Mujica, Secretary-General of the International Organization for Standardization (国际标准化组织), said that China has demonstrated outstanding leadership in the development of the international standards system. "As an international science and technology innovation center, Beijing (北京) will play a more important role in international standardization in the future."
"Mutual learning and win-win cooperation are the only way to success."
Today's world is intertwined with changes and challenges, but win-win cooperation is still the mainstream of the times. China has always adhered to the concept of openness, inclusiveness, mutual benefit, and win-win results, promoted the mutual benefit and sharing of scientific and technological innovation achievements, and worked together to build a global scientific and technological community.
"China has always adhered to an open attitude and is willing to share ideas so that all parties can share the dividends of scientific and technological progress. I very much appreciate this open attitude," said Suthis Graidis, Academician of the Royal Academy of Engineering of the United Kingdom, Foreign Academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering, and Honorary Chief Scientist of Yaoshan Laboratory (尧山实验室). He believes that closed conservatism and technological monopoly cannot achieve long-term progress, and only openness and inclusiveness can achieve true vigorous development.
Viktor Sidnev, Chairman of the Russian Science City Development Alliance and General Manager of Cove Rus LLC, believes that scientific and technological progress has never been separated from open cooperation and exchange of mutual learning. The multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary attributes of scientific and technological innovation determine that multilateral collaboration is an inevitable choice. "China is in an internationally leading position in the field of high technology. We look forward to continuously deepening cooperation with China."
Alberto Conejo Nava, a Mexican (墨西哥) metallurgical engineering expert and winner of the Chinese Government Friendship Award (中国政府友谊奖), said that when we tackle problems alone, we tend to be limited to a single perspective; but when we carry out collaboration, we can examine problems from multiple dimensions, thereby broadening the boundaries of cognition, which is the significance of international cooperation.
"The national conditions of various countries are different, and there is no unified rule that applies to all countries." Eric Westhof, Academician of the French Academy of Sciences and Honorary Professor of the University of Strasbourg (斯特拉斯堡大学), said that China carries out international cooperation based on the wishes and actual needs of other countries, which is of great reference significance to all countries.
In recent years, Springer Nature has cooperated with Chinese institutions to publish more than 200 journals. "This annual forum brings the world to Beijing (北京) and also gives Beijing (北京) the opportunity to interact and exchange with the world, which is the value of international cooperation." Steven Inchcoombe, Chief Research Officer of Springer Nature, told reporters that China is in a globally leading position in the field of scientific research. "We hope to continue to promote China's scientific research achievements to the world, and also introduce scientific research achievements from other regions of the world to China, so as to promote high-level cooperation in global scientific and technological innovation. We firmly believe that **互学互鉴、合作共赢** (hù xué hù jiàn, hé zuò gòng yíng - "mutual learning, cooperation win-win," learning from each other and cooperating for mutual benefit) is the only way to success."
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Asia plays an important leading role in the current global economic transformation, is a dynamic source of global economic growth, and is also a key driver of the future.
The Boao Forum for Asia (博鳌亚洲论坛) Annual Conference 2026 recently concluded. Over four days, approximately 2,000 participating guests and more than 1,000 journalists engaged in in-depth exchanges around more than 50 activities, jointly singing the main theme of unity, cooperation, openness, and innovation in Asia, turning challenges into opportunities, and promoting the joint construction of a community with a shared future for mankind.
The world is currently facing various instabilities and uncertainties, and the international system and rules that serve as the cornerstone of global stability are being eroded. However, challenges and opportunities always coexist, and the world still has broad space for development and progress. In particular, the Asian region as a whole has maintained a stable development trend, demonstrating strong development resilience and huge growth potential. The international community should strengthen confidence and solidarity and cooperation, both be brave in facing challenges, and also create opportunities in crises and achieve win-win results in cooperation.
A world intertwined with change and turmoil needs to strengthen global governance more than ever before. Multilateralism and economic globalization are still the right way for all countries to jointly address global challenges. It is necessary to give full play to the role of the Global South countries, promote the liberalization and facilitation of trade and investment, actively advocate development concepts such as openness, inclusiveness, universality, balance, and win-win, accelerate the implementation of the United Nations 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, promote the construction of an open world economy, and improve global economic governance.
Asia needs to take the path of "diversity in unity" for sustainable development. Under the current situation, the importance of strengthening regional cooperation has further increased. Facing challenges such as slowing global economic growth, loosening economic security ties, and diversification of supply chains, Asia cannot go it alone and needs to cope with uncertainty through regional cooperation. It is necessary to further promote regional infrastructure connectivity and the free and smooth flow of trade and investment, strive to break down cooperation barriers, and clear cooperation bottlenecks. It is necessary to improve the level of regional integration, which will not only provide strong support for regional development, but also inject greater vitality into the world economy and trade. It is necessary to strengthen policy coordination and institutional cooperation, maintain regional financial security and stability, and make good use of the power of the rule of law to safeguard common economic security.
Strengthen the connection between different regional cooperation organizations and cooperation frameworks in Asia and the Asia-Pacific region, including promoting the connection between the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) and the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC), to form a joint force for policy coordination. On the basis of RCEP already playing an important role, further improve the utilization rate of rules, take timely steps to expand its capacity, release greater potential, and further build RCEP into a powerful support force for promoting regional economic prosperity and global economic development.
China is becoming a leader in world economic growth and technological innovation, and will reshape the world economic landscape and innovation landscape. China adheres to promoting high-quality development with continuous and stable development plans, which has far-reaching global implications. Chinese-style modernization adds certainty to world development and provides a new path for solving the problem of global development imbalance.
Asian experience shows that the rules-based multilateral trading system and the open and transparent global trade and investment governance pattern are valuable assets of global economic governance. The world economy is undergoing changes and transformations in growth models, with innovation-driven characteristics becoming more prominent, the concept of green development becoming more popular, and the demand for fair development becoming more urgent. It is necessary to adhere to long-termism, invest in innovation, invest in people, and invest in the future. Asia plays an important leading role in the current global economic transformation, is a dynamic source of global economic growth, and is also a key driver of the future. Unlike previous industrial changes, Asia is deeply involved in technological innovation and rule-making, which will have a profound impact on the global economic growth model.
The digital and green waves of the world economy are developing in depth. Asia has broken the traditional dichotomy of "growth and low carbon cannot be achieved simultaneously" and has achieved a deep integration of green transformation and digital transformation. Renewable energy provides basic support for digitalization, and technologies such as smart grids and artificial intelligence are constantly improving the efficiency of clean energy utilization. The recent escalation of tensions in the Middle East has produced multiple spillover effects, triggering high volatility in international oil prices, further highlighting the importance and urgency of maintaining energy security and accelerating energy transformation. This also once again shows that green production capacity is not only not "excessive," but is even more urgently needed, and Asia should further play a leading role.
Based in Asia and facing the world, deepening dialogue and cooperation, and building consensus among all parties, the Boao Forum for Asia (博鳌亚洲论坛) has become a "golden brand" for promoting exchanges, mutual learning, solidarity, cooperation, and common development among Asian countries and countries around the world, and has grown into a high-end dialogue platform with global influence. For 25 years, the Boao Forum for Asia (博鳌亚洲论坛) has always taken promoting Asian regional cooperation and economic integration as its mission, based in Asia and with a global vision, and has continuously promoted dialogue, built consensus, and voiced Asian voices. This is an important experience for the forum to continuously develop and expand its global influence.
(The author is the Secretary-General of the Boao Forum for Asia (博鳌亚洲论坛))
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 刘 歌 李 琰
Currently, the world is facing increasing challenges and uncertainties, and the international community's concerns and anxieties are further rising. "How to create growth poles amidst multiple crises and challenges is a major issue facing countries in the region." Shi Zhongjun (史忠俊), Secretary-General of the China-ASEAN Center, said in an exclusive interview with this reporter recently that the Boao Forum for Asia Annual Conference 2026 has significant practical significance and far-reaching strategic impact in promoting regional cooperation.
This year marks the 25th anniversary of the Boao Forum for Asia and the 15th anniversary of the China-ASEAN Center. "The Boao Forum for Asia has built an important platform for the region to strengthen dialogue and build consensus. In the past year, the Asian region has maintained overall stability and rapid development, contributing more than 60% to global growth, becoming the main engine driving global growth." Shi Zhongjun (史忠俊) said that focusing on development and cooperation remains the main trend in the Asia-Pacific region, "among which, the pragmatic cooperation between China and ASEAN has become a successful and dynamic model of Asia-Pacific regional cooperation."
Faced with the current complex and volatile global political and economic situation, China-ASEAN economic and trade cooperation has achieved counter-trend growth and steady progress. In 2025, the total trade value between China and ASEAN exceeded the US$1 trillion mark for the first time, an increase of 7.4%. This stems not only from the huge common development needs of both sides, but also from the new opportunities brought by the digital economy, green economy, and other factors. Shi Zhongjun (史忠俊) believes that setting up relevant topics at this annual conference will help all parties in Asia further strengthen exchanges and dialogue, form new consensus, and promote regional development.
Shi Zhongjun (史忠俊) said that the digital economy, green economy, and institutional opening-up are important drivers for promoting win-win cooperation between China and ASEAN. In his view, China's technological accumulation in fields such as 5G, cloud computing, and artificial intelligence is highly compatible with the industrial upgrading needs of ASEAN countries. "Driven by digital technology, the transaction volume of cross-border e-commerce between China and ASEAN has maintained a high-speed growth of more than 20% year after year, becoming an important engine for the development of trade between the two sides."
Shi Zhongjun (史忠俊) believes that with the official signing of the upgraded Protocol of the China-ASEAN Free Trade Area 3.0 and the continuous release of the superimposed policy effects formed by the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement, the two sides are moving from "trade partners" mainly based on trade in goods to a "community of common destiny" with deep inter-embedded industrial and value chains. China and ASEAN countries are constantly strengthening pragmatic cooperation and institutional opening-up innovation, which will contribute a continuous stream of positive energy to regional economic and trade cooperation and world prosperity and development.
China is accelerating the cultivation and expansion of new drivers and further expanding high-level opening up to the outside world. Shi Zhongjun (史忠俊) said: "This points out a new direction for China-ASEAN economic and trade cooperation, provides new opportunities for regional economic development, and also provides useful reference for the economic transformation and upgrading of ASEAN countries."
Shi Zhongjun (史忠俊) said: "Asia's peace and stability have not come easily. We must build consensus through openness, solve problems through cooperation, and shape a common future through unity. International organizations must shoulder their responsibilities, promote policy coordination and synergy, consolidate the foundation of regional development through institutionalized cooperation, and jointly safeguard Asia's peace, stability, and sustainable development."
Return to TopOn March 26, at the China Railway Construction Heavy Industry (CRCHI) Changsha Second Industrial Park (铁建重工长沙第二产业园), technicians inspected the tunnel boring machine for the Italian railway project.
That day, the domestically produced large hard rock tunnel boring machine, which will serve the Fortezza railway project in Italy, rolled off the production line here. The tunnel boring machine is equipped with a number of advanced technologies such as simultaneous thrust and assembly, automatic segment lifting, and power adaptive management.
Xinhua News Agency reporter Chen Si'han (陈思汗) photographed it.
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 黄培昭
"China has clarified its goals for the next five years through the '15th Five-Year Plan' and will inject more certainty into a world intertwined with turmoil through high-quality development, high-level opening up, and deepening cooperation with the Global South." Hassan Ragab (哈桑·拉杰布), the Egyptian Director of the Confucius Institute at Suez Canal University, said in an interview with this reporter recently.
As a scholar who has long followed China's development, Ragab highly praised China's development achievements during the "14th Five-Year Plan" period. "In Zhejiang (浙江), I saw traditional manufacturing industries revitalized through digital transformation; in Anhui (安徽), I saw the prototype of future industries in the quantum technology laboratory," he said. "China's breakthrough progress in artificial intelligence, quantum technology, new energy and other fields is being transformed into tangible economic vitality."
Ragab said that the "15th Five-Year Plan" clearly proposes to "expand high-level opening to the outside world and create a new situation of cooperation and win-win results." A series of deployments, such as "expanding market access and opening fields with a focus on the service industry," "building the Hainan Free Trade Port (海南自由贸易港) to a high standard," "accelerating the construction of a trade powerhouse," and "promoting the balanced development of imports and exports," will not only inject strong impetus into China's sustainable economic development, but also bring more opportunities for global development. China has proposed the "Belt and Road" Initiative (一带一路) and the Global Development Initiative, and has always carried out cooperation based on the principle of mutual benefit and win-win results. Many African countries have obtained the funds and technology needed for infrastructure construction and solved the bottleneck of economic development by participating in the high-quality joint construction of the "Belt and Road."
"Chinese-style modernization provides a new development paradigm for countries in the Global South." Ragab believes that Chinese-style modernization has broken the inherent perception that "modernization is equal to Westernization." Chinese-style modernization adheres to starting from its own national conditions, and has proved through practices such as poverty alleviation and industrial upgrading that there can be multiple paths to achieve modernization, and each country can explore its own development path based on its own culture, resources and actual needs. More importantly, Chinese-style modernization conveys the core value of development for the people. Countries in the Global South generally face the challenge of unbalanced development. China's practices in eliminating absolute poverty and improving social security provide a reference sample for these countries. "The grand goals of Chinese-style modernization are constantly being transformed into specific policy deployments. This brings useful inspiration for countries in the Global South to explore their own development paths," Ragab said.
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 王东辉 李 琰 董泽扬
Against the backdrop of increasing risks of global economic fragmentation and the rise of trade protectionism, the Asia-Pacific region is attracting attention as a global growth engine. At the Boao Forum for Asia Annual Conference 2026 sub-forum on "Revitalizing APEC: Towards the Vision of an Asia-Pacific Community" held recently, participating guests fully affirmed the important role of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) in promoting Asia-Pacific regional cooperation and driving trade and investment growth. They expressed high expectations for the 33rd APEC Informal Leadership Meeting to be held in Shenzhen (深圳) in November, believing that it will inject new impetus into Asia-Pacific development.
"As regional interdependence deepens and the demand for support for the multilateral trading system rises, the value of APEC becomes increasingly prominent," said APEC Secretariat Executive Director Rebecca Fatima Sta Maria. APEC is committed to building an open, dynamic, and resilient Asia-Pacific community and promoting trade and investment integration. "Each economy should leverage its own initiative and actively carry out dialogue, cooperation, and policy coordination, using pragmatic measures to build APEC into a stable dialogue platform."
Goldy Hyder, President and CEO of the Business Council of Canada, believes that the Asia-Pacific region has significant advantages in attracting investment and considerable potential for economic growth. Currently, globalization is encountering headwinds, and APEC economies should strengthen development confidence with tangible cooperation results, enhance the attraction of international capital, and further promote job growth and economic recovery.
This year is APEC "China Year" and China's third time serving as the APEC host. From Shanghai (上海) in 2001 to Beijing (北京) in 2014, and now to Shenzhen (深圳) this year, APEC has witnessed China's unchanged original aspiration with its Asia-Pacific counterparts.
Chen Xu (陈旭), Chairman of the 2026 APEC Senior Officials' Meeting, stated that against the backdrop of globalization facing the impact of unilateralism and protectionism, APEC economies should adhere to 同舟共济 (tóng zhōu gòng jì - "crossing the river in the same boat," to cooperate and work together towards a common goal), and jointly build an open, integrated, innovation-driven, and mutually beneficial Asia-Pacific. "As the host of APEC in 2026, China is willing to work with all parties to anchor the meeting theme of 'Building an Asia-Pacific Community and Promoting Common Prosperity,' and closely focus on the three priority areas of openness, innovation, and cooperation to build consensus on cooperation and plan a blueprint for cooperation."
Carlos Gutierrez, former U.S. Secretary of Commerce, said that Asian economies are growing in size and are making greater contributions to a challenging world. Looking to the future, APEC will promote the steady progress of Asia-Pacific economic integration by conducting more dialogues on new trade patterns and new technological changes. "China's hosting of the APEC meeting again sends a positive signal to the world and is something to look forward to," Gutierrez said.
George Yeo (杨荣文), former Minister for Foreign Affairs of Singapore, said that the current geopolitical tensions are detrimental to the peaceful and stable development of Asia, and APEC should actively practice the values of multilateralism and win-win cooperation. He hopes that China will take the opportunity of hosting the APEC meeting to further help Asia move forward steadily.
"Now is a critical moment for APEC to promote the spirit of multilateralism, as some regions are turbulent and free trade is being undermined," said Faiz Abdullah, Executive Chairman of the Institute of Strategic and International Studies Malaysia. He believes that the 2026 APEC meeting will create more new opportunities for the sustainable development of the Asian region.
Tim Buckley, Director of the Climate Energy Finance Think Tank in Australia, said that the Asia-Pacific region has broad opportunities for cooperation, and the importance of strengthening regional exchanges and dialogue and enhancing the voice of the Asia-Pacific is becoming increasingly prominent. China plays a key role in promoting world peace and development. "With China's promotion, I believe that this year's APEC meeting will achieve a series of constructive cooperation results and inject more stability into world development."
Return to TopThis newspaper reported from Lhasa on March 28th (Reporter Xu Yuyao (徐驭尧), Qiongda Zhuoga (琼达卓嘎)) This year, March 28th marks the 18th "Serfs Emancipation Day in Tibet." Cadres and the masses in various parts of Tibet commemorated the 67th anniversary of the democratic reform in Tibet in various forms.
At about 10 a.m., more than 2,000 representatives from all ethnic groups and sectors gathered at the Potala Palace Square (布达拉宫广场) in Lhasa (拉萨) to hold a grand national flag-raising ceremony. Yangzong (央宗), a 56-year-old resident of Niangre Street (娘热街道) in Lhasa, arrived early with her 2-year-old grandson, Danzeng Gewang (旦增格旺), "Now the living conditions have improved, everything is very good."
Nyingchi (林芝市) simultaneously held a national flag-raising ceremony to commemorate the 67th anniversary of the liberation of one million serfs in Tibet. Party and government organs, enterprises and institutions, armed police forces stationed in Linzhi, public security police, fire officers and soldiers, students, retired cadres, and representatives of farmers and herdsmen participated in the event.
Shigatse (日喀则市) held a city-level main venue event at the No. 4 Park Square (四号公园广场). A national flag-raising ceremony was held on-site, and a mass cultural performance was carried out with the theme of "Mount Everest (珠峰) Children Heart to the Party, Open Development Writes a New Chapter." In recent days, all levels of the city have widely carried out mass activities such as thematic lectures, cultural performances, intangible cultural heritage exhibitions, and singing competitions.
In Sengga Village (森嘎村), Dingri County (定日县), the masses held intangible cultural heritage performances, traditional sports competitions, and visits to the village history museum. The masses spontaneously raised the national flag, presented highland barley wine, and wrote the word "gratitude" into their new lives. "The earthquake shattered our homes, but the Party and the government built a stronger roof for us. This kindness, which is thicker than the snow-capped mountains, will be remembered in our hearts for generations," said Basang (巴桑), secretary of the Party branch of Sengga Village.
Naqu City Suoxian No. 1 Primary School (那曲市索县第一小学) organized a series of educational and practical activities for all teachers and students in grades one to five with the theme of "Remembering History, Gratitude and Progress, Striving to Be Good Young People in the New Era." Lecturer Buyong (布拥) focused on the great course of the 67 years of democratic reform in Tibet, affectionately reviewed the history of the liberation of one million serfs, and told about the earth-shaking changes that have taken place on the snowy plateau under the strong leadership of the Party. Subsequently, the cultural performance began. The performance integrated songs, dances, traditional folk customs and other forms, with uplifting content and rich local characteristics.
Shannan City Zhanang County (山南市扎囊县) carried out a "Singing Praises to the Party's Kindness, Praising the New Era" Red Song Competition. At the competition site, the participating teams were full of energy and neatly dressed, and performed classic songs such as "The Liberated Serfs Sing" and "The Golden Mountain in Beijing (北京的金山上)" in the form of chorus.
Ngari Prefecture Gar County (阿里地区噶尔县) Elephant and Male Cultural Square (象雄文化广场), the mass cultural performance to commemorate the 67th anniversary of the liberation of one million serfs in Tibet kicked off with the opening dance "Sing a Folk Song to the Party," using dance, solo, cross talk and other forms of performance to express gratitude to the Party and the government. "I am very honored to perform on stage on this special day, to pay tribute to the hard-won happy life, and to show the spiritual outlook of the new era," said Baima Yangjin (白玛央金), an actor from Deji Community (德吉社区).
Qamdo City Bianba County (昌都市边坝县) held the second "Red Qamdo, Revitalize and Forge Ahead" mass song and dance competition county-level semi-finals. Contestants and teams from townships and folk art groups across the county took turns on stage, expressing their feelings with solo singing, gathering strength with chorus, conveying emotions with solo dance, and expressing their intentions with group dance, deeply interpreting and paying tribute to the red classics. The event site simultaneously set up a comparative picture exhibition of the old and new Tibet and special zones for legal publicity, medical care, and civil livelihood policy consultation, providing 16 convenient services for the masses.
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 白光迪 沈靖然 张文豪
Reform and innovation are the foundation and source of vitality for the development of any undertaking. General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) urged young cadres to consciously strive to be tireless fighters who are courageous in taking responsibility and making achievements, and to be determined to reform and innovate.
Yangzhou (扬州), Jiangsu (江苏) Province, guides young cadres to develop genuine skills in solving problems; Changshou (长寿), Chongqing (重庆) dispatches selected graduates to grassroots frontlines for practical training; Qi County (淇县), Hebi (鹤壁), Henan (河南) Province, uses a collaboration group mechanism to help young cadres improve their abilities... Various regions adapt to local conditions, and based on the specialties, experiences, and interests of young cadres, they provide targeted assistance to help them fully leverage their advantages of daring to innovate and experiment, assist young cadres in their growth, and realize their value in practice.
-- Editor
Guiding Young Cadres to Propose "Golden Ideas" with Practical Value
Grassroots development faces difficulties, and young cadres possess skills. How can these be connected? In recent years, Yangzhou (扬州) City, Jiangsu (江苏) Province, has established and improved the "Innovation Ideas Showcase and Competition" and "Innovation Talent Reserve" mechanisms to guide young cadres to conduct in-depth research around key areas of reform and development and propose "golden ideas" with practical value.
Tan Wei (谈卫), a young cadre from the Agricultural and Rural Affairs and Ecological Environment Office of Shatou (沙头) Town, Yangzhou (扬州) City, has come up with "golden ideas."
Shatou (沙头) Town is located at the intersection of residential and industrial areas. The town's Party and Mass Service Center is equipped with air quality monitoring equipment, but the coverage is limited, the data transmission is slow, and single-point monitoring is difficult to support source tracing and judgment.
"The market price of air quality monitoring equipment is relatively high. If we purchase more equipment, the town's financial pressure will be relatively high," said a staff member of the Shatou (沙头) Town government. "With the support of the city, we solicited ideas from young cadres, hoping to innovate and solve the problem."
Tan Wei (谈卫), who graduated with a degree in mechanical engineering and automation, proposed the idea of "relying on self-made systems and exchanging technology for cost" after research. This idea was supported by the town, which agreed to let him lead a team to conduct technical research and provided guarantees in terms of funding, equipment testing, and site layout. Ultimately, the air quality monitoring system developed by the team was put into operation. The system improves data accuracy through algorithm optimization, significantly reducing costs while ensuring monitoring effectiveness.
Pointing to the white equipment tied to the back of his electric vehicle, Tan Wei (谈卫) said, "This is an air quality testing instrument that can dynamically identify air pollutants, and the collected data can be seen on the mobile phone." Shatou (沙头) Town has set up multiple air quality collection and monitoring points, and Tan Wei's (谈卫) electric vehicle is used to carry out mobile patrols: the front end samples in real time, the back end quickly aggregates and analyzes, and the mobile phone end provides instant warnings. Once abnormalities are detected in indicators such as PM2.5, the system combines wind direction and point data to initially determine whether it is internal pollution or external input, and locks in the approximate direction.
The new system's closed-loop operation mode from front-end sampling to back-end analysis and then to front-line disposal realizes dynamic perception, rapid positioning, and precise disposal of air quality in the town, and Shatou (沙头) Town's efficiency in dealing with air pollution has been greatly improved. Since 2025, more than 20 types of air pollution sources have been discovered locally, including straw burning, exhaust emissions, and illegal night-time emissions by individual enterprises, all of which have been rectified through system warnings, cadre tracing, and departmental linkage.
"We regard practice as the best way to cultivate the innovative ability of young cadres, build platforms, create conditions, and let young cadres develop genuine skills in reform and innovation in solving problems," said Zhu Xingbo (朱兴波), member of the Standing Committee of the Yangzhou (扬州) Municipal Party Committee and Minister of the Organization Department.
Let Young Cadres Transform Knowledge into Innovation Ability at the Grassroots Level
Young cadres need a stage to display their talents in order to transform their knowledge advantages into innovation effectiveness. In recent years, Changshou (长寿) District, Chongqing (重庆) Municipality, has selected and dispatched selected graduates to serve as village officials to understand district and local conditions, and to serve as the first secretary in villages to promote the comprehensive revitalization of the countryside, helping young cadres transform knowledge into innovation ability at the grassroots level.
In 2021, Xiong Yikui (熊益葵), a selected graduate working in the Changshou (长寿) District Party Committee Office, voluntarily applied to go to the township and serve as a full-time cadre in the planning and construction post in Shiyan (石堰) Town. Having been in the town for nearly 5 years, Xiong Yikui (熊益葵) has helped renovate courtyards and repair houses. Villagers like to ask him for help, seeing him as "one of their own." This trust has been built in the process of Xiong Yikui (熊益葵) solving problems for everyone time and time again.
Xiong Yikui (熊益葵) had previously discovered an old stone house abandoned for many years at the entrance of Gaomiao (高庙) Village, Shiyan (石堰) Town: the walls made of rubble were independent of each other, the structure was loose, and the materials were aging, and it could collapse at any time. "Can this dilapidated house be innovatively transformed into a village living room? This will not only solve potential risks, but also provide a place for everyone to drink tea and chat." Xiong Yikui (熊益葵) reported his idea to the district.
"In order to ensure that young people's ideas have channels to express, resources to try, and platforms to land, Changshou (长寿) District has established a set of 'seedling cultivation' mechanisms," said Zhang Minghao (张明浩), Deputy Minister of the Organization Department of the Changshou (长寿) District Party Committee. For selected graduates, first secretaries, and newly recruited civil servants serving in villages, the district and towns regularly organize "village night talks" and "field research" to understand the real situation at the grassroots level, and provide start-up support for grassroots micro-innovation and micro-transformation programs with strong feasibility.
After a night of discussion, Xiong Yikui's (熊益葵) idea received support from higher authorities. Yu Yong (余勇), Secretary of the Shiyan (石堰) Town Party Committee, said: "We put Xiong Yikui (熊益葵) on the front line of the project and let him take the lead. In the process, we coordinated planning, housing and construction, and other departments to provide professional guidance, contacted experts to conduct feasibility assessments, and also organized village representatives to discuss together."
How to retain the original structure and style, while being solid and practical, and the construction cost cannot be too high? Xiong Yikui (熊益葵) used the knowledge of material mechanics he had mastered in college, absorbed the good suggestions put forward by the masses, repeatedly went to the site to investigate, and came up with a transformation idea: the walls were reinforced with bricks and stones and cement, the roof was made of imitation wood materials as the main beam, and the overall design was a stepped slope that gradually decreased from the inside to the outside, which was convenient for mass activities.
In September 2025, the renovation of the old stone house was completed and it became the village's living room. Various small flowers were planted outside the house, and villagers carried out daily activities and live broadcasts inside the house. This year, there are also plans to create new business formats such as rural cafes and tea houses.
Since 2021, Changshou (长寿) District has selected and dispatched more than 140 selected graduates to serve as village officials to understand district and local conditions, more than 90 comrades have participated in stationing in villages to help promote the comprehensive revitalization of the countryside, and more than 200 young cadres have been sent to the grassroots frontlines for practical training. While Party organizations at all levels are building broad platforms for young cadres to boldly explore, they are also injecting more vitality into the grassroots.
Building a Mechanism for Innovative Collaboration, Joint Consultation on Matters, and Joint Resolution of Problems
When young cadres first arrive at the grassroots level, facing unfamiliar environments and thorny issues, no matter how many ideas one person has, it is inevitable that they will be overwhelmed.
In early 2025, Li Xiangwei (李翔伟), who worked in the Policy Research Office of the Hebi (鹤壁) Municipal Party Committee in Henan (河南省), was sent to Wangu (万古) Village, Gao Cun (高村) Town, Qi County (淇县) as the first secretary stationed in the village. He encountered a problem as soon as he arrived, "There are more than 90 acres of construction land idle in the village, which is a pity to see, but I can't think of any way to use it."
How to innovatively utilize land resources and drive the comprehensive revitalization of the countryside with industry? This is actually a problem faced by many first secretaries stationed in villages.
The turning point came at the monthly exchange meeting of the first secretaries stationed in villages.
"Our Wangu (万古) Village has a weak foundation. We want to develop new industries. Does anyone have any suggestions?" Li Xiangwei (李翔伟) asked.
"You can't just focus on the village. You might as well look for external resources." Zhao Minghua (赵明华), the first secretary stationed in the relocation village of Gao Cun (高村) Town by the Development and Reform Commission of Qi County (淇县), said that a paper product company in Shandong (山东) provides cutting and packaging services for cardboard boxes for some companies in the county. In order to reduce logistics costs, they want to build a corrugated paper factory nearby, "Because it does not involve pulp production, it is environmentally friendly and pollution-free, and it requires a large amount of labor."
The exchange meeting is an important part of the "collaboration group" mechanism for first secretaries stationed in villages promoted by the organization department of Qi County (淇县). Since 2018, according to the principles of similar industries, related industries, and connected regions, the local area has divided 48 first secretaries stationed in villages into 5 collaboration groups. At the monthly exchange meeting, everyone discusses innovative ideas and shares resources together.
After the meeting, Li Xiangwei (李翔伟) immediately sorted out the village's land situation, location advantages, and supporting policies, reported the situation to the county and township departments, and discussed with the village's "two committees" to formulate a docking plan. After the person in charge of the enterprise was invited to the village for inspection, the industrial development gradually took shape. At subsequent exchange meetings, Li Xiangwei (李翔伟) repeatedly sought advice, and the first secretaries stationed by the county's Agricultural and Rural Affairs Bureau and other departments enthusiastically helped, providing suggestions on approval procedures and other aspects.
During the project docking, Li Xiangwei (李翔伟) combined the actual situation of the village and proposed and refined the village-enterprise cooperation plan: on the basis of land cooperation, the village collective provides guarantee services such as water, electricity, and greening. After the enterprise is put into production, it must give priority to hiring villagers from the village and not less than 200 people, and provide skills training for villagers. "The project not only brings more than 5 million yuan of collective economic income to the village, but also drives villagers and village collectives to deeply participate in the development of the enterprise, forming a longer-term win-win situation."
In June 2025, the paper products enterprise project in Wangu (万古) Village was officially signed. The current construction is coming to an end, and it will be completed and put into production in a while. "Everyone hugs together, and they have a 'think tank' for each other, which can better stimulate the enthusiasm for innovation," said Li Xiangwei (李翔伟).
"Through the collaboration group mechanism, we build a mechanism for innovative collaboration, joint consultation on matters, and joint resolution of problems to help young cadres cultivate the ability to start businesses," said Wang Chunlei (王春雷), member of the Standing Committee of the Qi County (淇县) Party Committee and Minister of the Organization Department.
Return to TopThis newspaper's Beijing (北京) dispatch on March 28th (Reporters Zhang Shixuan (张世悬) and Shi Xue (时雪)) – The heroic spirit is immortal, and the mountains and rivers will forever remember. As the 2026 Qingming Festival approaches, to commemorate the loyal souls of the heroes and carry forward their spirit, the People's Daily (人民日报) New Media Center and some domestic branch offices, in conjunction with many martyrs' cemeteries and other memorial sites, launched the "Qingming Festival Sacrifices to Heroes: Eternal Remembrance of Family and Country" online and offline theme activities on March 28th.
The theme activity was launched on social media platforms such as the People's Daily (人民日报) corporate Weibo, soliciting messages to the heroes from the entire network. Netizens can use the hashtag #QingmingWriteASentenceToHeroes# to write down their words of remembrance. The People's Daily (人民日报) New Media will select high-quality messages from netizens and create postcards, handwritten cards, theme posters, etc., which will be delivered to the tombs of martyrs or in front of monuments, sending thoughts and remembrance to the heroes who are sleeping in the land of the motherland.
This year marks the 105th anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of China (中国共产党) and the 90th anniversary of the victory of the Red Army's (红军) Long March. The launch of the "Qingming Festival Sacrifices to Heroes: Eternal Remembrance of Family and Country" theme activity will help create a strong atmosphere in the whole society of inheriting the red gene and gathering the strength to forge ahead. Subsequently, the People's Daily (人民日报) New Media will launch a series of integrated media reports based on the collected netizens' messages, on-site pictures and videos, etc., presenting the deep remembrance and high respect of the people in various places for the heroes. It will help to 凝聚奋进力量 (níng jù fèn jìn lì liàng - "coagulate striving power," to gather strength to forge ahead).
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 金 歆
By the end of 2025, China's internet user population reached 1.125 billion, ranking first in the world.
The internet has become integrated into all aspects of social production and life. How to shape cyberspace into a new space that unites people's hearts, leads trends, enriches people's spiritual world, and enhances their spiritual strength has become an important issue of our time.
On April 19, 2016, at the Symposium on Cybersecurity and Informatization Work, General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) pointed out: "We must, with an attitude of being responsible to society and the people, strengthen the governance of cyberspace in accordance with the law, strengthen the construction of online content, strengthen positive online publicity, cultivate a positive, healthy, and upward-looking online culture, and nourish people's hearts and society with socialist core values and the outstanding achievements of human civilization, so as to achieve abundant positive energy and a high-pitched main theme, and create a clean and upright cyberspace for the vast number of internet users, especially young people."
On November 28, 2025, General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) emphasized during the 23rd collective study of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee (中共中央政治局): "If the source is clear, the stream will be clear. We must adhere to shaping cyberspace with positive voices, mainstream values, and the new trends of the times, so that the internet becomes an important front for ideological guidance, moral education, and cultural inheritance."
The light of thought guides the way forward.
The Cyberspace Administration of China (网信系统) has always adhered to the Party's comprehensive leadership over cyberspace affairs, focusing on mastering the dominance of public opinion under informatization conditions, strengthening the construction and management of online content with integrity and innovation, improving the long-term mechanism for the governance of the online ecosystem, continuously creating a clean and upright cyberspace, and striving to stimulate and promote positive online energy.
Today, the main theme of cyberspace is high-pitched, cultural innovation is bursting with vitality, advocating morality and goodness has become a common practice, and the online environment is clear and bright, providing a strong spiritual force for forging ahead into the "15th Five-Year Plan" and pursuing new journeys.
Upholding the Banner and Casting the Soul—
Making the Party's Voice the Strongest Voice on the Internet
This is an era where "'everyone holds a microphone' and everyone can create." The construction of online content is crucial to cultivating and promoting positive online energy.
"During his grassroots research in Shanghai (上海), Comrade Xi Jinping (习近平) often mentioned 'old district renovation.' On weekends, he often went to old residential areas and alleys to see what to do with those 'long-standing and difficult' problems." "In the view of achievements that benefit the people, only by not regarding kitchens and toilets as small matters can we achieve the greatness of a people's city"... Recently, a series of micro-documentaries has topped the "headlines" and "hot lists" of major online platforms.
Currently, the entire Party is carrying out study and education on establishing and practicing a correct view of achievements. People's Daily (人民日报) launched the "Longitude and Latitude: The View of Achievements in Footprints" series of micro-documentaries, using a well that has been used to this day, a bicycle covered in mud, and a revitalized ancient house as clues to unfold the narrative, showcasing Xi Jinping's (习近平) vivid practice of establishing himself, starting his career, and planning for success with a correct view of achievements during his work in local areas.
This series of micro-documentaries is a representative example. In recent years, the Cyberspace Administration of China (网信系统) and various news media have always regarded the publicity and interpretation of Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era as the top priority of online publicity. Combining important nodes and using all-media reporting methods, they have launched a large number of phenomenal columns and works, comprehensively and three-dimensionally showcasing General Secretary Xi Jinping's (习近平) demeanor as the leader of a major party and a major country:
People's Daily (人民日报) continues to strengthen its brands such as "Yijian" (一见), "Shiguangji" (拾光纪), "Xiyu" (习语), and "Yishijie" (壹视界), and high-quality integrated media works continue to "break the circle" in cyberspace;
Xinhua News Agency (新华社) carefully creates the political integrated media column "First Observation" to interpret General Secretary Xi Jinping's (习近平) thoughts and practices on governing the country;
CCTV News (央视新闻) client has launched political micro-videos such as "Working Hard for Whom" and "Ego-less" in recent years, presenting a panoramic view of General Secretary Xi Jinping's (习近平) deep feelings for the people;
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Positive energy has generated a large amount of traffic, and the Party's voice has become the strongest voice in cyberspace.
"When flowers bloom all over the mines, Yucun (余村) paints a poetic home; when pine forests stand tall in the wilderness, Saihanba (塞罕坝) is dyed green; when grass squares lock in the yellow sand, the Mu Us Desert (毛乌素) surges with green tides..." In August 2025, the 20th anniversary of the "Lucid waters and lush mountains are invaluable assets" concept, the creative micro-video "New Scroll of the Land" by CCTV News (央视新闻) became popular online.
The video uses artificial intelligence to redraw and generate videos from images to "activate" "A Panorama of Rivers and Mountains" (千里江山图), using the scroll as a guide, extending along the ecological context of "mountains, rivers, forests, fields, lakes, grass, and sand," transforming the governance achievements of Saihanba (塞罕坝), the Mu Us Desert (毛乌素), the Sanjiangyuan (三江源), and Anji Yucun (浙江安吉余村) in Zhejiang (浙江) over the decades into intuitive visual expressions, presenting a modern version of "green landscape."
In recent years, various news media and other diverse online content creators have consciously benchmarked themselves against the major decisions and deployments of the Party Central Committee, focusing on important themes such as high-quality development, ecological civilization construction, and comprehensive rural revitalization, comprehensively using new technologies such as artificial intelligence, big data, cloud computing, holographic projection, and augmented reality, and focusing on enriching content and innovating expression to continuously improve the ability to supply high-quality content.
Various media at all levels launched more than 1 million reports (articles) on a series of commemorative activities for the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War, with more than 76.6 billion online clicks and more than 1.05 billion discussions; the Central Cyberspace Administration of China (中央网信办) carefully organized online theme publicity such as "Looking at the Main Peak from Ten Thousand Mountains" and strengthened theoretical publicity brands such as "Lixiang China" and organized online publicity activities such as "Red Star Over China," achieving good results; the "China Positive Energy Network Communication AI Excellent Case Collection and Exhibition Activity" has been held for two consecutive years, setting a benchmark for new technologies to empower online content and cultural innovation...
A good wind blows overnight, and ten thousand new flowers bloom.
Articles, pictures, and audio-visual materials tell the story of China in the new era in a more vivid and lively way, creating a good atmosphere of strengthening confidence, gathering people's hearts, warming people's hearts, and building consensus.
The Cyberspace Administration of China (网信系统) and online content creators also focus on promoting the construction of international communication capabilities, telling the story of China and the story of the Communist Party of China to the world.
On October 19, 2022, the People's Daily (人民日报) client and the People's Daily (人民日报) English client simultaneously released the international image publicity film of the Communist Party of China (中国共产党) "CPC".
The multilingual version of "CPC" covers 12 foreign languages and is widely disseminated on media and websites in corresponding languages, with more than 60 million overseas disseminations, showcasing the image of a major country and a major party with ideals, beliefs, responsibilities, and a sense of responsibility to the world.
"Pomegranate Seed Concentric Circle" series of bilingual short videos, "China in 3 Minutes," "When the Louvre Meets the Forbidden City," "From Chang'an to Rome"... One carefully crafted high-quality work after another allows more and more foreign audiences to see, understand, and like to watch. Some high-quality self-media bloggers are also "attracting fans" and becoming popular overseas. The voice of China is spreading farther and wider.
Severe Crackdown on Chaos—
Creating a Clearer and More Orderly Online Environment
Cyberspace is like a vast ocean. The free flow of information brings unlimited possibilities, but it also hides dangerous undercurrents.
"A clear and upright cyberspace with a good ecology is in the interests of the people. A smoggy and deteriorating cyberspace is not in the interests of the people," General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) emphasized.
To promote positive energy in cyberspace, it is necessary to strengthen comprehensive network governance and create a clear and orderly online environment.
"The Yingxian Wooden Pagoda (应县木塔) is about to be demolished! This month is the last chance to witness the original appearance of the Yingxian Wooden Pagoda (应县木塔)!" Not long ago, a self-media released the news that "the Yingxian Wooden Pagoda (山西应县木塔) in Shanxi (山西) is about to be completely dismantled and overhauled," which caused heated discussions on the Internet, and many netizens expressed concern and incomprehension.
On March 20, the China Internet Joint Rumor Refutation Platform (中国互联网联合辟谣平台) released information: "The relevant competent authorities verified and confirmed that the relevant information is a rumor." "The relevant parties are carrying out deformation monitoring, comprehensive surveying and mapping, and information model construction of the wooden pagoda, and promoting local reinforcement work."
Regarding online rumors, General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) profoundly pointed out: "Some people are slow to react, the release of information cannot keep up, and the truth is still putting on shoes, but the rumors have spread all over the world."
Doing a good job in online rumor refutation is extremely important for maintaining the online ecology. In 2023, the national online rumor refutation linkage mechanism was established. In 2025, the China Internet Joint Rumor Refutation Platform (中国互联网联合辟谣平台) accepted 18,200 reports of rumor information and released more than 17,000 rumor refutation articles (parts), with a readership of 620 million.
In addition to doing a good job in online rumor refutation, relevant departments have dealt with various online chaos in recent years in a timely manner. General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) emphasized, "Online chaos pollutes social atmosphere and infringes on the interests of the masses. We must dare to show our swords and resolutely crack down on it, cut off the chain of interests and the industrial chain, and eradicate the soil and conditions for its breeding."
Take heavy punches and show sharp swords.
"Fan circle culture" is gradually encroaching on the sports field, and "private shooting" and "mutual scolding" have made many athletes and netizens miserable—
In 2025, the Cyberspace Administration of China (网信部门) and sports authorities continued to increase their efforts to govern the online sports "fan circle" problem, severely punishing behaviors such as pulling and stepping on each other to provoke wars and attacking and scolding, and cleaning up more than 1.6 million illegal and irregular information and disposing of 76,000 accounts.
While AI tools bring convenience, they also invisibly lower the technical threshold for illegal activities such as fraud—
As technology advances, governance must keep up. In April 2025, the Central Cyberspace Administration of China (中央网信办) launched the "Qinglang (清朗) · Rectifying the Abuse of AI Technology" special action. In just over two months, more than 3,500 illegal mini-programs, applications, and intelligent AI products were disposed of, and more than 960,000 illegal information were cleaned up. In September 2025, the "Measures for the Identification of AI-Generated Synthetic Content" was implemented, marking AI-generated content with "anti-counterfeiting labels."
Relying on an unconfirmed "breaking news" and a few sensational headlines, online "black mouths" can ruin the business reputation accumulated by enterprises for many years—
In response to online rumors involving enterprises, multiple departments have taken comprehensive measures, from issuing the "Work Specifications for Website Platforms to Accept and Dispose of Reports of Online Infringement Information Involving Enterprises" to deploying and carrying out the "Qinglang (清朗) · Optimizing the Online Business Environment—Rectifying Online 'Black Mouth' Special Action Involving Enterprises," and then to urging key industry enterprises to self-discipline and self-check, and the supervision work is becoming increasingly normalized.
The internet penetration rate among Chinese minors exceeds 97%, and it is urgent to create a good online environment for children—
In 2025, the Cyberspace Administration of China (网信部门) guided various platforms and terminals to launch the mobile internet minor mode, and the high-quality content suitable for minors has been greatly expanded, and technology governance has locked in risks and hidden dangers. In 2025, one of the key points of the "Qinglang (清朗)" series of special actions was to rectify the online environment for minors during the summer vacation.
From rectifying malicious marketing in the short video field to cleaning up illegal and bad information; from the "Regulations on the Governance of Online Violence Information" to the "Notice on Strengthening the Management of 'Self-Media'"... The combination of legislation and special actions not only focuses on top-level design but also strengthens precise strikes, making online space governance more efficient and coordinated.
Do not abandon the slightest, and work for a long time. From 2021 to the end of 2024, the "Qinglang (清朗)" series of special actions have cumulatively cleaned up and intercepted 187 million pieces of various illegal and bad information and disposed of 1.356 billion illegal accounts.
Effectively governing online chaos and creating a clearer and more orderly online environment will enable the people to enjoy more sense of gain, happiness, and security on the Internet, and the positive energy of cyberspace will be more surging.
Gathering Strength—
Building a Concentric Circle Online and Offline
General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) pointed out: "We must adhere to the unity of development and governance, the integration of online and offline, and widely gather upward and good forces."
In October 2025, the online theme publicity and interactive guidance activity of the "Writing the Chapter of Youth on the Land of the Motherland" large ideological and political class entered Hohai University (河海大学) in Nanjing (南京), Jiangsu (江苏).
On the stage, Yan Kai (严恺), the old president of Hohai (河海), played by actor Hou Yong (侯勇), conveyed his earnest expectations to the young students: "Write the chapter of youth on the land of the motherland and build a strong country dream of clear rivers and seas!"
Under the stage, more than 6,000 teachers and students sang the school song in unison and jointly made a youth promise: to go to the place where the motherland needs us like water rushing to the valley and flowing in all directions!
Many netizens were infected by the strong patriotic enthusiasm when they saw this scene and left messages in the comment area, expressing their determination to dedicate their youth to the motherland and the people.
This online ideological and political class is a vivid manifestation of the efforts of various localities and departments in recent years to promote "the integration of online and offline and widely gather upward and good forces." This is very important for stimulating and promoting positive online energy.
Widely gathering upward and good forces requires all departments to strive to promote the formation of a good online civilization style in the whole society. General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) pointed out, "Jointly promote civilized website management, civilized internet use, and civilized online access, shape and purify cyberspace with the new style of the times, and jointly build a beautiful spiritual home online."
In 2000, Xia (夏), a businessman from Wenzhou (温州), Zhejiang (浙江), owed 200,000 yuan for goods when purchasing goods in Haining (海宁), Zhejiang (浙江), and later could not contact the creditor.
"If you owe money, you must pay it back! My current conditions are also average, but this money must be paid back." In 2023, with the help of the Internet and the media, Xia (夏) finally found the creditor and paid off the debt.
Not long ago, this story of ordinary people adhering to integrity became popular online and moved countless netizens.
Forming a style and transforming people, gathering hearts and building strength.
In recent years, the most beautiful people and good people around us have been widely promoted online in various industries and fields across the country, shaping and purifying cyberspace with the new style of the times. In 2024, the Central Cyberspace Administration of China (中央网信办) joined hands with the Ministry of Education (教育部), the All-China Federation of Trade Unions (全国总工会), the Communist Youth League Central Committee (共青团中央), the All-China Women's Federation (全国妇联), and the China National Railway Group (国铁集团) to jointly deploy and implement the project of striving to be good Chinese netizens, and jointly released and promoted 2.469 million related theme integrated media products, with the theme publicity reading volume reaching 38 billion times and the interactive activities covering 300 million people; the "List of Good People in China," excellent online public welfare projects, online integrity construction work cases, and excellent online civilization construction cases have aroused heated discussions online as soon as they are released.
A little bit of light, sparks become torches.
The value pursuit of advocating morality and goodness and learning from the virtuous has become a common practice in cyberspace.
Online platforms and various social entities also play their own roles, promoting "influencing offline from online," helping to take the online mass line well, building a concentric circle online and offline, and serving the overall situation of social governance, reform, and development.
One day in 2020, Li Dianbo (李电波), a grassroots cadre in Dalate Banner (达拉特旗), Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region (内蒙古自治区), saw the "I Offer a Plan for the '14th Five-Year Plan'" column on the "Leader's Message Board" of People's Daily Online (人民网). Combining his usual life and work, he put forward the suggestion of "mutual assistance elderly care." Soon, this suggestion was really written into the "14th Five-Year Plan." The online platform has become a "bridge of hearts" connecting the top and bottom and a "suggestion bank" for social governance.
Observing public sentiment, listening to public voices, and gathering public wisdom, such brainstorming "arrived as scheduled" again five years later.
From May 20 to June 20, 2025, the "15th Five-Year Plan" preparation work carried out online solicitation of opinions. The event received a total of more than 3.113 million suggestions from netizens, providing useful reference for the preparation of the "15th Five-Year Plan."
In recent years, various localities and departments have strived to use the Internet to take the mass line well, practice whole-process people's democracy, combine the Party's fine traditions with new technologies and new means, and serve the overall situation of social governance with efficient information interconnection. In February 2026, the Central Cyberspace Administration of China (中央网信办) commended 100 accounts with outstanding achievements in taking the online mass line for the fifth consecutive year.
If you keep walking, the future is promising. The power of integration, innovation, upward mobility, and goodness is contained in every space of the Chinese Internet, extending infinitely towards the future.
Adhering to the Party's leadership, adhering to the people first, adhering to integrity and innovation, adhering to the rule of law, and adhering to the concept of the system, on the new journey, under the guidance of General Secretary Xi Jinping's (习近平) important thought on a strong network country, cyberspace will surely have a higher main theme and more abundant positive energy, and in the surging digital torrent, it will help the Chinese giant ship to break through the waves and move forward steadily.
Return to TopThis newspaper's Nanning (南宁) March 28th dispatch (Reporter Pang Geping (庞革平)) On March 27th, the Pinglu Canal (平陆运河) waterway construction ushered in a new breakthrough - the Nanning (南宁) section successfully achieved full water connectivity.
The Nanning (南宁) section of the Pinglu Canal (平陆运河) is the starting section of the canal's main project, located in Hengzhou (横州市), Nanning (南宁), Guangxi (广西). It starts at the Pingtang River Estuary (平塘江口), goes south along the Shaping River (沙坪河) to the south side of Xinfu Town (新福镇), and is 19.7 kilometers long. The construction content includes channel excavation, bank protection works, anchorage works, gravity wharf works in the water service area, and restorative road and bridge works.
In order to accelerate the project construction, the Pinglu Canal (平陆运河) construction management team has set up a total of 12 cofferdam projects in the Nanning (南宁) section of the canal. Through a scientific segmented and multi-point parallel construction organization model, it has effectively solved the construction problems under complex geological conditions. These cofferdam projects divide the 19.7-kilometer waterway into multiple independent dry land construction working surfaces, enabling simultaneous advancement of waterway excavation, bank protection works, anchorage works, gravity wharf works in the water service area, and other construction, greatly improving construction efficiency.
The Pinglu Canal (平陆运河) is a backbone project of the New Western Land-Sea Corridor (西部陆海新通道), with a total length of approximately 134.2 kilometers. It is scheduled to be fully opened to navigation in 2026. After completion, it will open up a river-sea intermodal transport corridor from the southwest region to the sea via the main stream of the Xijiang River (西江).
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 吴储岐 阿尔达克 窦 皓 祝佳祺
This year marks the beginning of the "15th Five-Year Plan" period. With the in-depth advancement of the "dual carbon" goals and the comprehensive acceleration of the construction of a new energy system, the era's wave of green energy transformation has paved a broad stage for the younger generation to start businesses and make achievements.
This issue focuses on young professionals in the new energy industry. They are deeply rooted in the front lines, working diligently to overcome technical difficulties and safeguard energy security in ordinary positions. They are also seizing growth opportunities in the industry upgrade and achieving resonance between personal growth and national development.
-- Editor
The Green Electricity Guardians on the Gobi Desert
At 8 a.m. in Hami (哈密), Xinjiang (新疆), the morning light penetrates the thin mist, covering the boundless photovoltaic arrays. Sun An (孙安), 31, drives 10 kilometers to the new energy station, changes into work clothes, and begins his daily inspection work. This is his ninth year rooted in the Hami Regional Operation and Maintenance Center of Datang Xinjiang Power Generation Co., Ltd. East Xinjiang Branch (大唐新疆发电有限公司东疆分公司哈密区域运维中心).
The "15th Five-Year Plan" outline clearly proposes to "accelerate the construction of a clean, low-carbon, safe, and efficient new energy system." Xinjiang is ushering in a historic opportunity for green energy transformation. Today, Xinjiang has built six ten-million-kilowatt-level new energy bases, with the installed capacity of new energy exceeding 169 million kilowatts. More and more young people like Sun An are rushing to this hot land, displaying their talents on the broad stage of new energy system construction.
In 2018, Sun An graduated from Lanzhou University of Technology (兰州工业学院) with a major in automation. When many classmates chose to go to the eastern coastal areas for development, he resolutely went west and took root in Xinjiang. "The new energy industry is strong, and Xinjiang's clean energy resources are uniquely endowed. Professional and technical talents are needed here. For young people, this is a rare opportunity," Sun An said.
When he first set foot on the Gobi Desert, the station he was stationed at was hundreds of kilometers away from the nearest township. But in Sun An's eyes, this land holds the hope of energy transformation. "Wherever the new energy station is built, we will guard it," Sun An said. During the "15th Five-Year Plan" period, the installed capacity of clean energy continues to expand, and the level of intelligent operation and maintenance is constantly upgraded. The stage for front-line technicians is becoming wider and wider.
Inspecting lines, testing inverters, monitoring transformers... These seemingly repetitive tasks are the foundation of safe and stable power supply. Sun An is also growing rapidly in the day-to-day persistence and technical breakthroughs. In March 2025, a core piece of equipment at the station suddenly failed. Sun An and his colleagues rushed to repair it overnight, from day to night, and from dawn to dusk the next day, fighting continuously for nearly 48 hours. "We checked all the points that could be checked, and tried all the solutions that could be tried. People were almost at their limit," Sun An recalled. Just when their physical strength was on the verge of exhaustion, they finally locked the root cause of the failure after repeatedly comparing data and checking lines. When the equipment returned to stable operation, several people slumped on the Gobi Desert and smiled at each other.
"In the past, we relied on traditional operation and maintenance experience. Now we must understand data, algorithms, and intelligent diagnosis. This forces us to keep learning, keep up with the pace of industrial upgrading, and seize the opportunities that the times give us," Sun An said.
One night, when he returned to the team after a rotation break, he saw the lights of thousands of homes in Hami city from afar, and a strong sense of pride welled up in his heart: "In those lights, there is a force that we guard." This heavy sense of gain has become an inexhaustible driving force for him to take root in the Gobi Desert.
In the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains (天山), thousands of young people like Sun An are taking root in the desert Gobi, guarding the supply of green electricity with their youthful perseverance, and lighting up thousands of homes with their unremitting struggle.
Today, Sun An has grown into a technical backbone who can stand alone and has also taken on apprentices. He often tells young people: "The most important thing in front-line work is to be serious. Every screw and every cable are connected to the safety of electricity use for thousands of households." His apprentice Zhang Zhuwen (张著文) took a detour in troubleshooting a fault, making no progress for most of the day. Sun An accompanied him to re-sort out the drawings and disassemble them item by item, teaching him troubleshooting methods by hand. "I am very pleased to see my apprentice grow slowly and be able to independently handle faults. The development of the new energy industry requires generations of young people to relay forward," he said.
"New energy is a young cause, and it is a cause that belongs to young people," Sun An said. "The blueprint for the '15th Five-Year Plan' has been drawn, and the stage for clean energy is wide enough. I look forward to more young people joining our ranks of light chasers, finding their own opportunities and blooming their youthful brilliance in the Gobi, on the plateau, in the offshore wind farms, and in every frontier position of energy transformation."
The "Carbon Reduction Detective" in the Factory
Drilling into the roaring production workshop, climbing on the roof of the factory building, and keeping a close eye on the energy consumption curve to find loopholes, the job of Lou Fengliang (楼冯梁), a post-90s "zero-carbon engineer," is to help enterprises "find carbon, calculate carbon, reduce carbon, and use green electricity." He is a workshop "carbon reduction detective" specializing in high energy consumption problems. Recently, the energy-saving plan he designed for a company in Hangzhou (杭州), Zhejiang (浙江) has been implemented, reducing steam emissions by 30% and carbon emissions by 18%.
Xiaoshan (萧山), Hangzhou is a traditional industrial area. High-energy-consuming enterprises face great pressure to reduce carbon emissions. Faced with the "dual carbon" goals and the green threshold of the export market, enterprises are in urgent need of transformation. In 2021, Lou Fengliang, 31, deputy director of the Urban Power Supply Center of the State Grid Hangzhou Xiaoshan District Power Supply Company (国网杭州市萧山区供电公司城区供电中心), received the task of working part-time in the District Development and Reform Bureau (区发展和改革局) and taking the lead in enterprise energy conservation and emission reduction services.
"I am just an electrician. What do I know about carbon emissions?" Lou Fengliang was uneasy. In 14 months, he thoroughly studied industrial policies, green technologies, and international trade rules. After returning to his post in 2022, he officially transformed into a "zero-carbon engineer." He frankly said: "Transforming from an ordinary electrician into a professional service provider to help enterprises reduce carbon emissions is itself an opportunity that the 'dual carbon' strategy brings to young people. It also allows me to see the deep coupling between traditional power work and carbon emission management."
Soon, the first customer came to him. Zhejiang Senkai New Materials Company (浙江森楷新材料公司) faced "order cuts" due to failure to meet low-carbon indicators when going overseas. This textile enterprise, which consumes 27,000 kilowatt-hours of electricity per day, faced enormous carbon emission pressure. Lou Fengliang customized a "photovoltaic + energy storage" plan for its idle roof. In the first year of operation, the project reduced carbon emissions by 4,336 tons, reduced energy consumption per unit by 3.8%, successfully opened up the European market, and increased profits by more than 10 million yuan.
Hangzhou Benma Chemical Fiber (杭州奔马化纤), a local old-fashioned chemical fiber enterprise, wasted a lot of residual heat from its spinning production line. The person in charge of the enterprise proposed the requirements of "no process changes, no production shutdowns, and seeing results in half a year." Faced with unfamiliar chemical fiber technology, Lou Fengliang thoroughly studied the process and repeatedly deduced the plan within a week, and came up with a steam condensate flash evaporation recovery plan. After the project was implemented, the enterprise's steam recovery rate exceeded 10%, saving nearly 6,000 tons of steam per year, reducing carbon emissions by more than 2,000 tons, and saving costs by more than 1.6 million yuan.
With the expansion of his business, his team's services have covered six industries, including textiles and machinery processing. In February of this year, the team innovatively adopted the "time-sharing and zone-based power carbon footprint factor" to calculate the product carbon footprint for Zhejiang Hangmin Co., Ltd. (浙江航民股份), reducing the carbon emissions of unit fabric by 7.82% and successfully passing the green verification of the international clothing brand ZARA. This system is like a dynamic "power carbon emission real-time map," relying on the Hangzhou Energy Big Data Center (杭州能源大数据中心) to achieve accurate tracking of carbon flow in all aspects of power, which can guide enterprises to produce during periods of abundant green electricity and achieve structural carbon reduction. The relevant results have passed the technical review of domestic authoritative institutions.
"These years of work have made me deeply realize that new occupations bring new opportunities for interdisciplinary integration," Lou Fengliang said. "We are no longer simply power accessors, but technical consultants for enterprise energy conservation and emission reduction. We also continuously enhance the export competitiveness of Chinese manufacturing by helping enterprises upgrade. Today, in the face of increasingly high green thresholds in international trade, our services have changed from optional to mandatory."
Up to now, Lou Fengliang and his team have "diagnosed" 441 enterprises, customized energy-saving plans for 269 enterprises, completed 22 product carbon footprint calculations, and assisted regional enterprises in saving more than 10 million kilowatt-hours of electricity and reducing carbon emissions by more than 10,000 tons.
Talking about his plans for the "15th Five-Year Plan" period, Lou Fengliang said very practically: "I want to take advantage of this valuable opportunity to go a few steps further. I want to delve deeper into the technology and build a more refined carbon footprint database. I want to expand the circle of services and tailor zero-carbon solutions for different industries. In addition, I also want to lead the team well and teach more all-round 'zero-carbon engineers' who understand both power grid connection and industrial technology, so that more young people can find a future in this new industry."
"Although Lou is young, he knows more about the ins and outs of carbon accounting than the old masters," commented Yu Tao (虞涛), chief information officer of Zhejiang Hangmin Co., Ltd. Faced with praise, Lou Fengliang just scratched his head and put on his safety helmet: "Let's go, let's go to the next workshop!"
The Battery "Pulse Taker" on the Production Line
In the clean and orderly lithium battery production workshop, the stirring sound of the batching tank and the running sound of the coating machine are intertwined. Zhao Junwei (赵军伟), a PE (process) engineer, is keeping a close eye on the parameters jumping on the screen, "taking the pulse" for each process of the fluorine core large cylindrical battery.
Zhao Junwei, 33, is a key member of the attack team of Guangxi Ningfu New Energy Technology Co., Ltd. (广西宁福新能源科技有限公司). Last year, he participated in the entire series of R&D of fluorine core large cylindrical batteries. As the person in charge of the production line process section, he felt deeply proud to see this production line from scratch, from debugging to reaching standards and reaching production.
This production line has extremely strict requirements for process consistency, and the details must be accurate to the millimeter. "**差一丝、偏一毫都不行！**" (chā yī sī, piān yī háo dōu bù xíng - "a hair's breadth difference is not allowed," even the slightest deviation is unacceptable!) Zhao Junwei said. After repeated debugging, the Multifluoride 40/46/65 series of large cylindrical batteries were successfully put into production, the production cycle was compressed to two months, and the efficiency was 10 times that of traditional square batteries. Today, in Ningfu's workshop, the robotic arms are running non-stop, and hundreds of thousands of batteries shaped like blue pull-top cans are offline every day, continuously delivering power to the new energy vehicle, light power, and energy storage markets.
Every morning at 7:30, Zhao Junwei will appear in the workshop on time for inspection, confirming the state of the slurry, calibrating the coating thickness, checking the slitting size... Walking and watching all the way, he communicates and coordinates with colleagues as soon as he encounters problems. It is his normal work to stay in the workshop all day. "There is no shortcut in this industry. You have to run more, see more, and remember more, and understand every detail." This is his 8 years of work experience. Production does not stop, and PE engineers must be on standby 24 hours a day.
One day in the early morning, an abnormal data suddenly occurred on the production line, and the alignment of the coating process exceeded 0.5 mm. The seemingly insignificant millimeter deviation is a fatal hidden danger in lithium battery production. Zhao Junwei, who received the notice, rushed to the workshop immediately. Relying on experience to trace the source layer by layer, he quickly locked the root cause of the problem as the loosening of the back roller tape supporting the pole piece. He took the lead in formulating a solution, eliminating the fault in only two hours and restoring the production line to operation. "Although I was tired, I felt a sense of accomplishment when I saw the production line running again," he said.
In Zhao Junwei's view, PE engineers grind their skills and, more importantly, their patience. The implementation of new processes and new materials requires not only studying the adaptability, but also repeatedly testing the operating results. Every parameter adjustment and detail optimization must go through countless attempts.
"Standard" is the word he often says. "Every process, every set of parameters, and every step of operation must have a clear standard to back it up. This is not only the foundation of the stability of the production line, but also the guarantee of product quality." He has a habit that he has adhered to for many years, which is to record in detail every fault he handles and the optimization process, and accumulate his unique "pulse taking" skills.
It is this millimeter-by-millimeter perseverance that allows Zhao Junwei and his team to continuously break through production bottlenecks and achieve a new high of more than 180,000 pieces per day on a single line. "Our process people, guarding every level well, is the most practical thing," he said.
2026 is the first year of the "15th Five-Year Plan," and the new energy battery industry has entered a new period of high-quality development. Faced with the new opportunities and challenges of the industry, Zhao Junwei always requires himself to "take a step faster" and become a compound talent who understands both equipment technology and data operation and maintenance: others can operate the equipment, and he must thoroughly understand the core principles; others understand the principles, and he must be able to actively optimize and innovate, firmly seize opportunities and gain a foothold in the wave of industrial development.
(Pang Huiwen (庞惠文) participated in writing)
Return to TopBy: 承 洲
This interview, spanning more than half of China, progressed from photovoltaic power stations in the Northwest Gobi Desert to lithium battery workshops in Guangxi, and then to manufacturing factories in the Jiangnan water towns, following the development of green energy. What is most touching is not the impressive production capacity or carbon reduction data, but the mutual commitment between young people and the new era in the industrial wave.
Before setting off, there was a stereotype of the front line of the new energy industry: remote, boring, and repetitive physical labor. But after getting closer, I realized that these young people are standing at the forefront of the industry. The operation and maintenance work in the Gobi requires understanding intelligent algorithms; the process optimization on the lithium battery production line requires refining the accuracy to the millimeter level; the energy-saving transformation in traditional manufacturing factories is a new interdisciplinary profession integrating power technology and industrial technology.
We often say that the new era has paved the way for young people. The leap of the new energy industry from scale expansion to quality improvement has spawned a massive number of new tracks and new professions. As long as young people have genuine talent and are willing to work hard and cultivate deeply, they can find their own space for growth and closely link their personal career choices with the grand narrative of national development.
What makes us even more emotional is the youth's sense of responsibility for the new era. These young people standing on the green energy track do not regard the opportunities of the new era as a windfall to be enjoyed, but instead immerse themselves in the front line and stick to the scene, using their expertise and dedication to turn the blueprint into reality little by little. They consolidate the industrial foundation in day-to-day polishing, break through industry bottlenecks in repeated technical breakthroughs, and expand industrial boundaries in individual segmented fields. It is precisely the down-to-earth work of these young people that provides solid talent support for the high-quality development of the new energy industry, and also provides a vivid footnote for the construction process of a strong energy country.
At the end of the interview, as we watched these young people turn around and rush to the next scene, we suddenly understood the relationship between the youth of the new era and the era: if you rush to the opportunities of the new era, the new era will respond to your growth; if you are determined to struggle in the new era, the new era will open up infinite possibilities for you.
Return to TopBy: 徐本禹
Opening social media platforms, one is bombarded with a dazzling array of youthful trends: limited-edition trendy items, popular internet-famous check-in spots, and viral sensations... It seems that failing to keep up with the pace means missing out on the latest youth trends. But have we paused to consider: what truly constitutes a youth fashion that can withstand the test of time?
On the recent anniversary of Learning from Lei Feng, I once again opened "The Diary of Lei Feng" and seemed to find a clear answer. Lei Feng, with his short but passionate life, inscribed the core of youthful fashion into the memories of generations of Chinese youth.
Lei Feng's determination to "dedicate his youth to the motherland" was declared at his elementary school graduation ceremony. Standing on the stage, he said: I respond to the Party's call to become a new type of farmer. I am determined to be a good farmer, driving a tractor to cultivate the land of the motherland; in the future, if the motherland needs me, I will be a good worker to build the motherland; in the future, if the motherland needs me, I will join the army to be a good soldier, taking up a gun to defend the motherland with my life and blood... From autumn conscription assistant to Anshan Iron and Steel (鞍钢) worker, and then to a soldier in the transportation corps, each step of Lei Feng's life followed the rhythm of the times, heading in the direction needed by the motherland and the people.
For young people, isn't this the coolest youth fashion? We are always talking about youth choices, but we are often trapped in the internal friction of the "small self," entangled in immediate gains and losses. But Lei Feng's story tells us: there is a choice called the needs of the motherland, and there is a happiness called dedicating youth to a magnificent cause. Only by integrating personal struggle into the torrent of the times can youth surge with moving and lasting waves.
Every young person should maintain a yearning for heroes in their heart. Lei Feng had a passionate "hero dream." Zhao Yangcheng (赵阳城), who witnessed his growth, wrote: "Books discussing heroes such as Liu Hulan (刘胡兰), Dong Cunrui (董存瑞), and Huang Jiguang (黄继光) were his favorite reading materials." Inspired by heroes, Lei Feng eventually became a hero in the hearts of generations. Today, many young people are keen on "chasing stars," but the "stars" most worth chasing are the heroes who interpret responsibility and commitment with their actions. We don't need to expect everyone to make earth-shattering feats. As long as we are a screw that never rusts in an ordinary position, never bowing our heads in the face of difficulties, and daring to step forward in times of crisis, every young person can live as their own "true hero."
The confidence of youth comes from continuous learning. Lei Feng loved to learn, often using the gaps between shifts to read, and studying late into the night was commonplace. A distinct label of youth is "constantly new." The times are changing rapidly, and new technologies and new business forms are emerging one after another. Stopping the pace of learning makes it easy to be left behind by the times. We must not only read the literal books well, but also read the wordless book of society thoroughly. Only by constantly charging ourselves can we shoulder the responsibilities that belong to our generation.
The most beautiful emotions of youth are hidden in the kindness that gives warmth to others. From helping comrades sew clothes to helping the elderly board trains, from sending money to the families of comrades in their names to donating the money saved from frugality to disaster areas, Lei Feng always regarded helping others as the greatest happiness. A youth that gives fragrance to others is even more moving. Teaching the elderly how to use smartphones, picking up garbage in the community... These acts of kindness within reach are the beauty that young people can easily access.
Someone said: "Lei Feng is a mirror that can reflect people's hearts. Whoever uses this mirror to often look at themselves can become a person who is beneficial to the people." For young people, often using Lei Feng as a mirror to pursue a youth fashion that can stand the test of time will surely write their own regretless youth.
(The author is the vice president of the China Youth Volunteers Association (中国青年志愿者协会)).
Return to TopBy: 高 丰
I am an ordinary delivery driver, riding my electric scooter through the city streets every day, living a simple but busy life. People often ask me, what has kept me going for eight years? The answer is actually very simple: be low-key, stay true to your duty, earn honest money, and do practical things.
I was born in the 90s and joined the army at 18. After retiring from the military, my family had heavy financial burdens. I worked as a laborer on construction sites, living a frugal life. Later, through a recommendation from a comrade, I became a delivery driver. At the time, I felt that this job could support my family's expenses, so I hopped on an electric bicycle and became a "little brother" running around the city.
When I first started, I braved the wind and rain. In the cold winter, the handlebars were freezing, and in the hot summer, sweat streamed into my eyes. But the resilience I developed in the military made me feel that this little bit of hardship was nothing. To deliver each order well, I explored every business district street, and I could find even the most remote buildings. Now, delivering is much more convenient. The building signs in residential areas are clearer, and there are more places to rest and charge along the way. More and more riders are checking for hidden dangers and providing emergency rescue on the road, and these small acts of kindness are making the city's neighborhood relations more harmonious.
Over the years of delivering, I have deeply realized that the position is ordinary, but the responsibility is not small. We deliver not only meals, but also the promise of punctuality and the warmth of life. In the past, when I encountered traffic jams or slow elevators, I would inevitably get anxious when I saw that the delivery was about to be late. Fortunately, the platform has canceled late deductions, guiding everyone to abide by traffic regulations, and has also launched fatigue reminders. I understand that health is the most important thing, and I need to take it easy to run further.
As I kept running, this job has become more than just a way to make a living, it has also been given more meaning. As the secretary of the Meituan (美团) 707 Rider Party Branch, I always think about what I can do to help everyone in this position. Over the years, I have done a few small things and feel particularly at ease.
I anonymously sponsored several college students in need. I didn't reveal my identity because I didn't want them to feel burdened. I just saved my delivery income and model worker bonuses and quietly sent them over. Seeing that they don't have to worry about living expenses and can pursue their dreams with peace of mind, I feel it's worth it from the bottom of my heart. This can also be regarded as making up for my regret from that year.
In 2022, through the Meituan "Rider Going to College" project, I fulfilled my dream of studying and entered the Open University of China (国家开放大学) to study. During this time, I and my partners participated in agricultural assistance in Cangyuan (沧源), Yunnan (云南), helping villagers find sales channels and design tourist routes. Seeing that the per capita monthly income in the village has increased from more than 700 yuan to more than 1,200 yuan, and the smiles on the faces of the villagers have increased, I feel genuinely happy.
Some people ask me, at 36 years old, what are my plans for the future? To be honest, I don't have many grand ideas, I just want to live each day seriously. In the summer, there are cooling packages at the station, and in the winter, there are winter clothes and cold protection insurance. There is also platform care to cover old-age care and serious illnesses. I feel that this job has dignity and humanity. I am physically strong, and as long as I can still do it, I will keep running.
(The author is a Meituan (Beijing) (美团（北京）) delivery driver, interviewed and compiled by Wu Chuqi (吴储岐), reporter of this newspaper)
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"I will dedicate my life's energy to the aerospace industry that I love."
This simple yet firm declaration came from Huang Peikang (黄培康), Academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering and renowned expert in radar and space electronics technology. On December 22, 2025, Academician Huang Peikang (黄培康) passed away in Beijing (北京), concluding his 90 years of quiet yet brilliant life.
Across China's (中国) vast land and within the electromagnetic space, sets of advanced radar systems act as vigilant "starry eyes," guarding the vast expanse of the sky. They must not only "see," but also "understand" and "recognize accurately."
Huang Peikang (黄培康) was one of the founders who enabled Chinese radar to "understand the world." He dedicated himself to the study of electromagnetic scattering characteristics of radar targets for a long time, from theoretical modeling to experimental verification, from technical breakthroughs to system construction, devoting his entire life and achieving fruitful results.
"Do things that are useful to the country and society." Over 60 years of scientific research, there were no grand words, only continuous progress. Huang Peikang (黄培康) bravely traversed the electromagnetic "no-man's land," forging a path of his own for Chinese aerospace personnel.
Today, as we look back on the story of Huang Peikang (黄培康), it is not only to commemorate a departed scientist, but also to understand a spirit.
Dedication to Aerospace—
"There is a career I want to pursue there"
In 1957, a young man came to the Fifth Academy of the Ministry of National Defense (国防部第五研究院).
The Fifth Academy was the cradle of China's (中国) missile and aerospace industry. Huang Peikang (黄培康), then 22 years old and a graduate of the Radio Engineering Department of Nanjing Institute of Technology (南京工学院) (now Southeast University (东南大学)), entered here, beginning his life chapter of striving for the aerospace industry.
In that era when everything was waiting to be developed, everything started from scratch. There were no mature academic materials, no complete experimental equipment, and many concepts had to be learned from the beginning... This was destined to be a challenging pioneering road.
Huang Peikang (黄培康) never forgot the hardships of those years. Once, a large-scale anti-interference flight test took place during the coldest season of the year. In the Gobi Desert (戈壁) of Northwest China (西北), water froze instantly, and carelessly touching the fuselage would peel off a layer of skin. Huang Peikang's (黄培康) hands and face were covered in frostbite, itching when hot and painful when cold. Braving wind and snow, fighting severe cold, the unyielding aerospace personnel persevered and completed one test after another.
In those years, Huang Peikang (黄培康) rose to the challenge. With a solid professional foundation and a diligent work attitude, he quickly stood out.
He participated in coordinating the design plans for ground guidance control and key subsystems such as radar and computers for defense weapons, calculated hundreds of trajectories, and completed the basic design of the guidance and command system... In 1965, Huang Peikang (黄培康), only 30 years old, was appointed director of a research office, responsible for the overall work of the ground guidance system for defense weapons.
Huang Peikang (黄培康) respected scientific laws and was always "serious" about scientific and technological issues.
One day in 1966, Qian Xuesen (钱学森) came to the unit to give a report. After the meeting, Huang Peikang (黄培康) mustered his courage and handed over a note: "I suggest that you understand the overall design of the 71st project and the scientific research situation of each subsystem in the near future..."
The note was quickly returned with Qian Xuesen's (钱学森) approval: "I will definitely listen to the situation in the near future..." Soon, he carefully listened to the report and gave important guidance.
Huang Peikang (黄培ikang) treasured this note for the rest of his life. It is not just a piece of paper, but a delivery of trust and a relay of spirit.
The turning point in Huang Peikang's (黄培康) life stemmed from a proactive turn.
In 1971, Huang Peikang (黄培康), who had already emerged in the field of overall design, made an incomprehensible decision: to leave his promising position and voluntarily transfer to the 207th Institute of the Second Academy of the Seventh Ministry of Machinery Industry (七机部二院207所) (now the 207th Institute of the Second Academy of China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation (中国航天科工集团第二研究院207所)), which had harsh conditions, to devote himself to the study of target characteristics, which was still blank in China (中国) at that time.
"Since defense weapons have to deal with various penetration methods that incoming targets may carry, correctly identifying true and false targets is a prerequisite for the defense weapon system to implement interception. Simply put, target characteristic research is doing this," said Xiao Zhihe (肖志河), Huang Peikang's (黄培康) student and of the 207th Institute, succinctly.
"There is a career I want to pursue there." Huang Peikang (黄培康) knew that target characteristics were related to the foundation of national defense and someone had to take root. Therefore, he entered the most difficult research office in the entire institute, starting the journey of China's (中国) radar target characteristic research from scratch.
From overall design to basic research, from the spotlight to the "cold bench," this was not an ordinary job transfer, but a person defining the cause needed by the country as his own "future."
Pioneering Road—
"This step we are taking is for the future missiles to hit more accurately"
Starting from scratch, one step at a time—this road must be broken through.
When the 207th Institute was first established, the office of Huang Peikang's (黄培康) research office was located near Beianhe Village (北安河村), far from the Second Academy's headquarters, at the foot of鹫峰 (鹫峰), with inconvenient transportation. A round trip from home to the unit usually took two or three hours.
Huang Peikang's (黄培康) daughter still remembers that New Year's Eve, when it was freezing cold and the mountains were blocked by heavy snow. Since there were no scientific research tasks, her father read quietly while she played beside him. It was not until dusk that her father remembered to take her down the mountain to go home. However, the heavy snow blocked the road and the bus had already stopped running. The father and daughter waited in the wind and snow for two hours, and finally had to step on the snow, one foot deep and one foot shallow, to return to the mountain.
In the small building, only the lights in their room were on. Occasionally, the sound of firecrackers came from afar. Huang Peikang (黄培康) settled his daughter and picked up the book again. Many years later, his daughter still clearly remembers the figure of her father reading attentively under the lamp on New Year's Eve.
The older generation of aerospace personnel lit the lights in the silent long night and laid the foundation for the future in silence.
In the interview, Lin Guisen (林桂森), an old scientist who fought alongside Huang Peikang (黄培康) for decades, slowly opened the floodgates of memory, allowing a glorious period of target characteristic research to emerge before his eyes.
An old photo is touching: Huang Peikang's (黄培康) team used horse-drawn carts to transport experimental equipment, trekking on dirt roads, but with optimistic smiles on their faces. Lin Guisen (林桂森) said: "Everyone had only one idea, to base themselves on existing conditions and lay the foundation for radar target characteristic research."
"From starting with horse-drawn carts to transport experimental equipment to building a modern test site, every step behind it is the extraordinary perseverance of scientific researchers." Lin Guisen's (林桂森) voice was steady and profound.
Speaking of the past, Lin Guisen (林桂森) could not hide his excitement: "My mother asked me what kind of work I did, I couldn't explain it clearly, and I didn't dare to say it. She only sighed, 'You are of no use to the family.' But I knew clearly in my heart—what we do is useful to the country."
Being useful to the country is precisely the pursuit in the hearts of that generation of aerospace personnel.
Under the leadership and promotion of Huang Peikang (黄培康), China's (中国) first systematic radar target characteristic research framework gradually took shape: theoretical analysis, simulation calculation, experimental measurement, and data application, with the four links interlocking. After unremitting efforts, he led the construction of the first radar target characteristic research experimental base in China (中国) with complete testing capabilities, providing a platform support for subsequent research work.
He often said to his colleagues: "This step we are taking is for the future missiles to hit more accurately." This vision and responsibility laid the first cornerstone for China's (中国) radar to achieve the leap from "detection" to "identification."
From a simple office to the construction of a national key laboratory and a scientific research center with independent degree-granting rights, the development trajectory of the 207th Institute is engraved with the responsibility and perseverance of Huang Peikang (黄培康) and the older generation of aerospace personnel.
In the 1980s, the "863 Program" (863计划) kicked off. In 1991, Huang Peikang (黄培康), 56 years old, took on a new burden and served as the chief expert of a direct subject expert group of "863" (863).
All the way, with heavy responsibilities on his shoulders, Huang Peikang (黄培康) moved forward firmly. On the one hand, he climbed the peak of cutting-edge technology, leading the team to continuously make breakthroughs in stealth and anti-stealth technologies and other fields; on the other hand, he consolidated the foundation of scientific research, promoting the construction of a major scientific and technological facility.
True scientific research requires calmness, concentration, and even more a patriotic heart that always beats for the country. As a chief designer who worked with him for many years said: "What we want to inherit today is not only technology, but also the dedication and loyalty of 'doing only one thing in a lifetime'."
Striving for Truth—
"As long as you are sure, you will try your best to make it happen"
On the journey of building a strong country in science and technology, there are always people who work silently and practice the belief of science with their lives. Huang Peikang (黄培康) is such a climber.
The higher the position, the heavier the responsibility. In the construction of the microwave anechoic chamber, Huang Peikang (黄培康) made a harsh statement: "We must aim at the most advanced international level and must achieve the determined technical indicators. Don't build it if you can't do it."
Clear identification is the key to accurate strikes. "Our data is related to the success or failure of the equipment." For this reason, Huang Peikang (黄培康) proposed the concept of "theoretical modeling, experimental model calibration" and drew a red line: "Models that have not been verified are not allowed to be put into the database, otherwise it will harm people." This sentence is still the iron rule passed down from generation to generation by the 207th Institute team.
"He has been sticking to the front line all his life, is extremely rigorous in scientific research, is indifferent to fame and wealth, and uses actions to define what a 'pure scientist' is." Feng Xiaobin (冯孝斌), Huang Peikang's (黄培康) student and of the 207th Institute, said this.
He has his own "rules" for teaching students.
"Before the opening of academic papers, you must read hundreds of articles. Read and think, reading notes cannot be limited to excerpts, strive to deduce conclusions, raise questions, and sort out logic." Feng Xiaobin (冯孝斌) still remembers the almost harsh requirements.
The truth is seen in the depths of the details. To this day, a student still often flips through the first paper he wrote when he was studying. That article was revised eight times under the guidance of Huang Peikang (黄培康). Huang Peikang (黄培康) once held a manuscript full of annotations, pointed to the circled data chart, and solemnly asked the student: "Research must be rigorous and calm. Have you analyzed the root cause of the experimental error?"
That paper was never published. Many years later, when the student conducted a similar experiment again, he suddenly realized that there were indeed oversights in the original research that he had not seen through. Huang Peikang's (黄培康) rigor not only exposed deep-seated problems in scientific research, but also gave students a life lesson that would benefit them for life.
That year, Huang Peikang (黄培康) worked day and night to write the book "Radar Target Characteristics" (《雷达目标特性》). When writing a chapter in the book, Huang Peikang (黄培康) devoted himself to the theoretical derivation, formulas, and practical curves of a model for ten days, scrutinizing every word and repeatedly verifying it until every argument was impeccable. This rigor has long been engraved in his academic genes.
In order to standardize industry research terminology, Huang Peikang (黄培康) took the lead in compiling "Radar Target Characteristic Measurement Research Terminology" (《雷达目标特性测量研究术语》), which was later approved and released as a national military standard, setting "rules" for industry development.
We must not only be down-to-earth, but also look up at the stars. In an era of rapid technological change, how to anchor the future research direction? Huang Peikang (黄培康) wrote the answer with a lifetime of practice: strategic determination and forward-looking vision are indispensable.
Huang Peikang (黄培康) often warned the team: "We must have a long-term vision, and we cannot just be led by the nose by the project. We must find a direction worth doing scientific research for a lifetime." This sober determination allowed the 207th Institute to continue to tackle key problems along the established direction and achieve fruitful results.
"As long as you are sure, you will try your best to make it happen." This belief drove Huang Peikang (黄培康) to overcome difficulties. The domestic leading large-scale microwave anechoic chamber was built under his leadership, creating a solid experimental platform for the development of generations of "national heavy equipment"; under his efforts, the "Optical Radiation Key Laboratory" (光学辐射重点实验室) and the "Electromagnetic Scattering Key Laboratory" (电磁散射重点实验室) were successfully approved; he took the initiative to connect research with major national tasks, allowing the results to go out of the papers and into the "battlefield"...
Huang Peikang (黄培康) once wrote a poem: "Pangu (盘古) opened up the sky and the earth, radio waves travel through the Milky Way. Calling neighbors from thousands of miles away, communication shuttles through the stars. I dedicate my life to exploring the sky, leaving it to future generations to be Curie (居里)."
With the sky in his heart and tireless exploration, this poem contains his lifelong pursuit and is a footnote to his life.
Willing to be a Ladder—
"Let young people stand on our shoulders and see farther"
"I have been following Teacher Huang (黄老师) in research for nearly 40 years." Xiao Zhihe's (肖志河) voice was calm, freezing time in 1986. In that year, he entered the 207th Institute of the Second Academy of the Seventh Ministry of Machinery Industry (七机部二院207所) as a postgraduate student recommended without examination and came to Huang Peikang's (黄培康) tutelage to study for a master's degree. Today, Xiao Zhihe (肖志河) is an academic leader of the 207th Institute.
Exploring the road of science and developing the aerospace industry is not the work of one person, but the rush of generations. Huang Peikang (黄培康) regards education and talent cultivation as the pursuit in his heart.
Time goes back, Huang Peikang (黄培康) and his colleagues jointly prepared for the establishment of the Graduate School of the Second Academy of China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation (中国航天科工二院研究生院). Since the 1980s, he has successively trained more than 40 masters and doctors. Most of these students have become the backbone of radar target characteristics and related fields in China (中国).
Willing to be a ladder and bending over to be a bridge, what Huang Peikang (黄培康) has in his heart is always how the profession will develop and how talents will be cultivated, and what he is always thinking about is how to be most beneficial to the country.
As the last doctoral student guided by Huang Peikang (黄培康), Bai Yang (白杨) of the 207th Institute admitted frankly that he once wanted to give up his studies - busy work and scattered research directions made it difficult for him to go deeper. At a critical moment, Huang Peikang (黄培康), 80 years old, personally helped him sort out the messy topics and pointed out the crux of the problem: "You are doing too much and too broadly, but you can't get into it." A word awakened the dreamer. Bai Yang (白杨) finally focused his doctoral dissertation on a certain professional field and achieved solid research results.
He is strict in academics, but approachable in life. A student recalled: "Academician Huang (黄院士) often invited students to his home for dinner to discuss topics and discuss academics at the dinner table. He never disliked us for disturbing him, just like treating his own children."
Responsibility on his shoulders and the future behind him, this may be the temperature that a scientist leaves to the scientific cause.
Despite his many honors and many positions, he always cared about the 207th Institute. In the 207th Institute, he is a "mentor without an appointment letter" and even more a "stabilizer" in everyone's mind. For all scientific research plans, successive leaders always listen to his opinions, and he also gives sincere suggestions.
In April 2014, at an event to talk with young employees of the 207th Institute, Huang Peikang (黄培康) said: "Success requires a firm and persistent belief, a pursuit of exploring the truth, a spirit of unity and cooperation, and the courage to dedicate one's life."
As a star falls in the sky, all the staff of the editorial department of "System Engineering and Electronics Technology" (《系统工程与电子技术》), an academic journal of the Second Academy of Aerospace Science and Industry, wrote in their eulogy: "He is an irreplaceable founder, guide, escort, and the most kind and strict teacher."
"System Engineering and Electronics Technology" (《系统工程与电子技术》) was founded in 1979 and gradually became an internationally influential academic position. Behind this is the hard work of Huang Peikang (黄培康).
Since the beginning of the journal, Huang Peikang (黄培康) has served as a member of the editorial board and has never been far away from the journal and his editorial colleagues for more than 40 years. "We must benchmark against the world's top journals" is Huang Peikang's (黄培康) most frequent advice to the editorial department. At the same time, he proposed that the content of the journal should be rooted in cutting-edge fields such as target characteristics, radar control, and system engineering.
Huang Peikang (黄培康) published 4 monographs and more than 60 papers in his life. He said that writing books is not for fame, but to "let young people stand on our shoulders and see farther."
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Although Huang Peikang (黄培康) has passed away, the spirit of the scientist in him is still guiding future generations—
"Mr.'s style has both the scientific research concentration of 'sitting on the bench for ten years' and the patriotic heart of 'willing to serve the country for a long time'. What moves me is that Mr. (先生) was still concerned about the progress of scientific research at the age of 80 and told us 'don't stop, take another step forward'..." A student wrote affectionately after Huang Peikang's (黄培康) death.
"Don't stop, take another step forward" is the answer Huang Peikang (黄培康) wrote with his life.
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Recently, the first half of the year's new recruit transportation work has been fully launched. A group of new recruits bid farewell to their parents, left their hometowns, and set off for the barracks with their bags. Here, they put on their military uniforms for the first time, tried to fold their quilts into "tofu blocks" for the first time, and lived independently in the army for the first time. Entering the barracks for the first time, their eyes are full of longing for the future, and their hearts are inevitably filled with some trepidation about the unknown.
How can these young people be allowed to settle down and thrive in the army? When interviewing at the grassroots level, the author often hears the soldiers' simple and sincere saying: "The army is like home." This sentence seems ordinary, but it reveals the key to training and educating people—only by making the barracks full of the warmth of "home" can the soldiers' hearts truly take root.
However, not every new recruit can quickly integrate into this big family. Some soldiers are introverted and not good at communication, and they are used to immersing themselves in "one person, one machine, one world" during rest; some hold the mentality of a passer-by who "will retire after two years of service" and regard the army as a "temporary station," making it difficult to establish deep feelings. It is also important to see that the barracks are different from the campus. The extreme challenges on the training ground and the solitary guard duty at night often amplify their strangeness and loneliness. At such moments, a helping hand extended by a comrade-in-arms or a word of encouragement from the squad leader can not only dispel physical fatigue but also be warmed by "home" and resolve inner worries.
When interviewing in an honor company of the army, the growth experience of a new recruit deeply touched the author. When he first arrived at the company, he had a weak physical foundation and did not like to interact with people. During a 5-kilometer cross-country run, he could not keep up with the team and fell behind, holding his knees and vomiting. After a comrade-in-arms in front discovered this, he took the initiative to slow down, returned to his side, and gently patted him on the back, saying, "Take it easy, making one meter more progress today than yesterday is progress." It was the comrades' unwavering companionship and help that allowed this soldier, who was once a "drag," to gradually grow into a training ace. He said with emotion that comrades-in-arms are like relatives, and this friendship will be remembered for a lifetime.
This kind of emotion that transcends blood ties is a vivid footnote to "the army is like home." The warmth of "home" is often hidden in the mutual encouragement on the training ground, in the guard post that the cadres take for the soldiers during the holidays, and in the bits and pieces of military life. The soldiers' deeper sense of belonging stems from the sense of participation as "masters"—everyone discusses the important and minor matters of the company together, and everyone offers suggestions on how to conduct training and how to improve the food. Over time, the awareness that "this matter is related to me" takes root in the heart, and the attractiveness of "home" also grows.
Of course, safeguarding the "home" of the barracks is inseparable from the dedication and emotional investment of the leaders. The leaders should take the initiative to approach the soldiers, listen to their voices, and be more empathetic and think from their perspective. The soldiers have a scale in their hearts. As the saying goes: 喊破嗓子，不如甩开膀子 (hǎn pò sǎngzi, bùrú shuǎi kāi bǎngzi - "shout until you're hoarse, better than to roll up your sleeves and get to work," actions speak louder than words). If the leaders can start from the small things, put care into the details, and shoulder the responsibility, the soldiers will naturally remember it in their hearts. When every officer and soldier wholeheartedly regards the company as "home," there will be more all-out effort on the training ground, and more willingness to step forward at critical moments. The warmth of "home" and the power of struggle are intertwined, so that the barracks can truly become fertile ground for the growth of officers and soldiers and a solid support on the road to a strong army.
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"Bang!" As the door closed, the warehouse was plunged into darkness, and the heavy smell of machine oil gradually filled my nostrils. I couldn't remember how many times I had locked myself in the warehouse since becoming a grassroots storekeeper. Closing my eyes, I could almost feel the faint "breathing" of each piece of equipment and each screw, and the position of each row of shelves and each type of equipment gradually became clear in my mind...
When I first arrived at my post, I thought I could easily handle the work, but unexpectedly, the warehouse of thousands of square meters and hundreds of kinds of materials gave me a blow to the head. The squad leader said to me earnestly: "We keep millions of screws. Don't underestimate them. It is possible that one of them can determine the outcome of a war."
From then on, during the day I held drawings in the warehouse to familiarize myself with the storage location of the equipment, and at night I held the accounts to memorize the basic information of the equipment. Half a month passed in a flash. Although I put a lot of effort into memorizing, I forgot the front after memorizing the back, and I never got the hang of it.
One morning, the squad leader took me into the warehouse, turned around and closed the door, and darkness enveloped us instantly. I panicked all of a sudden. The squad leader said, "Don't be afraid, follow my steps slowly, and I will take you to 'see' another world in the warehouse."
In the dark, the squad leader walked and talked about the storage location and basic information of various equipment as if he knew them like the back of his hand. Although I couldn't see clearly, my other senses became unusually sharp. The squad leader said: "If you want to remember firmly, you must more carefully grasp the characteristics of each type of equipment and be familiar with the storage requirements of different categories." Under the guidance of the squad leader, a "three-dimensional map" seemed to be generated in my mind, with rows of shelves rising from the ground and categories of equipment returning to their places in an orderly manner.
From then on, I regarded the warehouse as a "training ground," spending a lot of time every day counting steps and identifying materials, and often closing the door after get off work, trying to explore and identify... Gradually, my steps became more and more steady, and my familiarity with the warehouse became higher and higher. By counting the number of steps, I could judge my approximate location; by touching the equipment, I could distinguish different specifications. In my eyes, this warehouse is no longer a cold storage place for materials, but a world full of "life breath" - every screw has its own mission, they "breathe" quietly in the dark, waiting to be summoned.
During a major support mission, we received an order to urgently distribute a batch of equipment spare parts within a limited time. Holding a thick stack of allocation orders and looking at the complicated models of spare parts on them, Xiao Huang (小黄), a soldier who had just been transferred to the warehouse, said worriedly: "Is there enough time?" "Don't panic, everyone!" I took a deep breath, calmed down, browsed the contents of each order, and a "three-dimensional map" of the warehouse appeared in my mind.
"The bearings are on the south side of the warehouse, Xiao Zhang (小张), go to the end to the south and look for them in the middle layer of the third row of shelves." "Xiao Li (小李), take 5 high-pressure oil pipes, which are on the bottom layer of the fifth row of shelves on your right hand side." Relying on my memory, I calmly guided my comrades to find the shelves, open the packages, count the quantities, and complete the delivery... With coordinated cooperation, we successfully completed the task within the specified time. At that moment, I felt particularly happy and proud.
Now, the old squad leader has long since retired, and 一口清 (yī kǒu qīng - "clear with one mouth," to know something very well) and 一找准 (yī zhǎo zhǔn - "find accurately with one search," to be able to find something quickly and accurately) have also become my unique skills. In the warehouse deep in the mountains, there is not only a strong smell of machine oil, but also our determination to guarantee victory and our unwavering commitment.
(The author is a first-class sergeant of a certain unit of the Wuxi Joint Logistics Support Center (无锡联勤保障中心), organized by Ren Tongtong (任彤彤) and Chen Chengxiao (陈程孝))
A drop of water can refract colorful sunlight, and an excellent work can see through the spirit of the times. Why is the TV series "Life Tree" so touching to the audience? The audience saw the concept of ecological protection deeply rooted in the hearts of the people, the unbreakable national unity, the vastness of the snowy plateau, and the continuation of the spirit of sacrifice and dedication. The success of "Life Tree" once again proves that "rooting in the people and rooting in life" is the most fundamental, most critical, and most reliable method of literary and artistic creation.
As the TV series is being broadcast, this edition specially invites the main creative team and the person in charge of the Sanjiangyuan National Park (三江源国家公园) to share the hardships of creation, talk about the resonance of responsibility, savor the symphony of literary and artistic works and the perseverance of life, and appreciate the spiritual power of harmonious coexistence between man and nature.
——Editor
Salute the Perseverance of Life with "Clumsy" Truth-Seeking
Hou Hongliang (侯鸿亮)
What is the "Life Tree"? In the play, it is the littleleaf poplar in the yard of the protagonist Bai Ju's (白菊) house, standing alone in the wind of the plateau, with sparse branches and leaves but still tenacious. In our hearts, the "Life Tree" is a belief. This invisible tree, with its roots connecting every inch of frozen soil and every drop of melted water, grows in the spiritual world of the people on the plateau, and also grows in our re-understanding of the relationship between man and nature.
We used to think that environmental protection was policy, technology, and data. It was not until we truly set foot on that land, standing in the no-man's land with an average altitude of more than 4,000 meters, breathing only 60% of the oxygen of the plains, that we realized that the essence of environmental protection is a civilization belief. This change in cognition reshaped our creative view. When the rangers in the play confront poachers in the bitter wind, what they hold tightly in their hands is not only their duty, but also an ancient promise: protecting this grassland is protecting the distant rivers; leaving this Tibetan antelope is leaving a vibrant vitality somewhere in the future.
The significance of film and television creation is to transform this seemingly "invisible" guardian into a "sentimental world" that can be perceived and touched. We hope that through "Life Tree," the audience can see the saplings struggling to survive on the plateau, just like seeing a tenacious hope; let the audience hear the sound of the wind passing over the lake, just like hearing a long dialogue between a nation and nature.
In the specific creation, we strive to let the grand theme of the times fall on the vivid fate of the characters: Bai Ju's (白菊) hesitation between staying and leaving, Duojie's (多杰) tearing between multiple responsibilities, Lin Peisheng's (林培生) weighing between development and environmental protection... It is these folds full of human truth that give the word "guardian" temperature and weight.
Six years of preparation, many in-depth visits to Qinghai (青海) for field research, more than 5,000 kilometers of Qinghai (青海) Grand Loop for location scouting, and more than 700 cast and crew members filming on location on the plateau for 188 days. Behind these numbers is our utmost respect for reality. The creative team spent a lot of time immersing themselves in the plateau, from a worn Tibetan robe to the restoration of a county town, allowing every detail to exude the atmosphere of that land. This "clumsy" pursuit of truth is the highest respect we offer to the story and the audience.
After the broadcast of "Life Tree," we saw this "tree" quietly growing. The audience spontaneously searched for real stories of ecological protection in Qinghai (青海), learned about the deeds of environmental protection martyrs such as Jehsang Sonam Dargye (杰桑·索南达杰), and lamented that "it turns out that we can see Tibetan antelopes running today because someone exchanged their lives for it." The immersive film and television cultural tourism base in Keluke Town (柯鲁柯镇), Delingha City (德令哈市), is booming, and "following 'Life Tree' to patrol the mountains" has become a new trend for young tourists. This makes us deeply feel that what film and television works carry is not only a story, but also a seed that can take root and sprout.
What else can the "Life Tree" be? Its story is to be continued... With this drama, we sincerely invite everyone to become "tree planters" together - let the belief of guardianship spread from the plateau to every corner of life.
(The author is the chief producer of the TV series "Life Tree")
Plant a Spiritual "Life Tree" with Awe
Li Xue (李雪)
After the broadcast of "Life Tree," it sparked some discussion. Some people asked, what exactly does this drama want to tell? It's about environmental protection, but it doesn't seem to be just about environmental protection. I think the accurate answer is that we are trying to use film and television art to answer a question head-on: how should people deal with themselves between survival, development, and ecological protection?
When writing about environmental protection, how to break the question? The laziest way is to abandon the thinking about environmental protection itself, and apply the mature narrative template of traditional genre films to shoot a western police and bandit film full of spectacles and conflicts.
Doing so may achieve greater commercial success, but it cannot complete the mission that a long drama should bear. We hope to shoot a work that is still valuable after many years.
The first thing to do is to tell the dialectical relationship between "development and protection."
The poverty of Mazhi County (玛治县) in the play is a knife hanging over everyone's head. County Mayor Lin Peisheng (林培生) was not useless at first. His eagerness to attract investment and develop minerals was out of an urgent desire to get rich; while Deputy County Mayor Duojie (多杰) resolutely chose to protect the ecology after witnessing the tragic situation of Tibetan antelopes being hunted and ancient riverbeds being dug up. The conflict between the two of them is the pain and tearing that China (中国) experienced in its modernization exploration in a specific historical stage.
Secondly, we must find a Chinese narrative of "harmony between man and nature."
Where does the spiritual power of the mountain patrol team that transcends the times come from? To answer this question, we cannot only focus on the plot of "arresting poachers," but must aim the camera at the symbiotic relationship between man and nature, man and animals, and man and spirit on this land. The philosophical and poetic life state of the local people, Duojie's (多杰) awe and protection of life in the no-man's land, Zhang Qinqin's (张勤勤) selfless feedback to this land as a doctor aiding Qinghai (青海), Bai Ju's (白菊) persistent waiting in the long years of 17 years... We try to use a calm, restrained but affectionate technique to present a unique Chinese ecological concept change.
Finally, it is to respect the scale of time and complete the intergenerational relay of faith.
The effect of environmental protection is a long process that needs to be measured in "generations." We used a time span of 17 years to show the difficulty and inevitability of ecological protection. Duojie (多杰) fell before the victory, but the seed he planted took root and sprouted in Bai Ju (白菊), Shao Yunfei (邵云飞) and countless successors. They spent 17 years of their youth to investigate the truth, crack down on illegal mining, and protect the environment. This almost stubborn persistence vividly interprets the spiritual realm of "achieving success does not necessarily have to be me" and the historical responsibility of "achieving success will definitely have me."
The wind and snow of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau (青藏高原) washed the souls of the people in the play and reshaped the awe of our creators. Although the story of "Life Tree" has come to an end, as long as our awe of nature and life has not dissipated, this tree of life will always be evergreen in everyone's heart.
(The author is the director of the TV series "Life Tree")
Inherit the Spirit of Heroes and Protect Our Beautiful Homeland
Qiu Jichun (邱纪春)
The clear wind of Sanjiangyuan (三江源) penetrates the screen and gently knocks on the heartstrings.
The popular TV series "Life Tree" has once again attracted national attention to Hoh Xil (可可西里). One of the prototypes of Captain Duojie (多杰) in the play is the hero Jehsang Sonam Dargye (杰桑·索南达杰), who is forever sleeping on this snowy plateau. More than 30 years have passed. Back then, it was Sonam Dargye (索南达杰) and his comrades who used their flesh and blood to prop up the first line of defense for rare creatures.
I finished watching the entire drama with full of affection and burning emotion. Every frame in the screen is not a nihilistic film and television fiction, but an ordinary scenery that accompanies us day and night, a land measured by our feet, and a responsibility and mission that is integrated into our blood and engraved in our bones.
Just after the Spring Festival this year, I and my colleagues drove deep into the hinterland of Hoh Xil (可可西里) to conduct research on patrols. The cold wind was biting, the mountain road was rugged, and the visibility under the headlights was less than 10 meters in the wilderness at 4 am. Being in such a harsh environment, I knew in my heart that the current difficulties on the road were insignificant compared to the life-and-death test of the mountain patrol team chasing poachers back then.
At the Zhuonai Lake (卓乃湖) Protection Station, we had a stove-side conversation with the front-line duty team. A young team member told his personal experience: the vehicle accidentally entered an ice river, and everyone struggled in the ice water for several hours before escaping. He was also confused as to why he was so persistent in protecting this wilderness. But every time he patrolled, when he looked up at the starry sky at night, he knew that this persistence had its own meaning.
Thanks to all the main creators of "Life Tree." They were not afraid of the extreme cold and hypoxia on the plateau, and completed the filming by rooting in the snowy region, allowing the stories of plateau heroes such as Jehsang Sonam Dargye (杰桑·索南达杰) to walk out of the mountains and into thousands of homes with a new narrative. This persistence of rooting in the plateau and concentrating on creation is in itself the most vivid and moving interpretation of the "Life Tree" spirit.
Today's Hoh Xil (可可西里) has long bid farewell to the gunshots and smoke of the past and returned to peace and tranquility. The Tibetan antelope population has recovered from less than 20,000 to more than 70,000, and the magnificent scene of them running happily in the wilderness has reappeared on the snowy land. The "sky-earth integrated" monitoring system is set up layer by layer, and the application of 5G base stations and infrared cameras has allowed ecological protection to bid farewell to traditional patrols and realize the leap from passive duty to scientific management and active protection. On January 1, 2026, the "National Park Law of the People's Republic of China" will be officially implemented; on March 12, the fourth session of the 14th National People's Congress deliberated and approved the "Ecological Environment Code of the People's Republic of China," which will build a solid legal barrier for ecological protection, and we have entered a new stage of governing the park according to law.
Even if technology iterates and times change, the sincere original intention of generations of mountain patrolmen who have rooted in the plateau and silently persevered has never changed or faded. As the builders and managers of the Sanjiangyuan National Park (三江源国家公园), we will inherit the spirit of heroes, abide by the bottom line of the rule of law, adhere to systematic protection, scientific management, and long-term success, and continue to protect glaciers, wetlands, river sources, and rare creatures, and work together to build a beautiful home where man and nature coexist in harmony.
(The author is the Party Secretary and Director of the Sanjiangyuan National Park (三江源国家公园) Administration)
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In the new context driven by the intertwining of the digital wave, intelligent technology, and the network ecosystem, the viewing experience, expression forms, and dissemination paths of traditional Chinese opera are undergoing profound changes.
Where are these profound changes reflected? The most direct is that technology has injected transformative productivity into traditional Chinese opera.
The inheritance of contemporary traditional Chinese opera is far from a simple replication of past performances. Instead, it leverages cutting-edge technology to achieve deep deconstruction and creative reproduction of the art itself. Previously, in the "Digital Revitalization Action of Chinese Opera," 6DoF (six degrees of freedom) programming recording technology was used to capture and digitally transform the performances of Peking Opera actors in an all-round, multi-dimensional way. This is equivalent to establishing a set of analyzable, editable, and reproducible "digital gene bank" for the singing, recitation, acting, and acrobatics of traditional Chinese opera. Furthermore, technologies such as AIGC (AI-generated content), robots, and drones are moving from the realm of life to the center of the stage, deeply participating in the innovative narratives of traditional Chinese opera. In some Wuju Opera troupes in Zhejiang, drones agilely "play" Sun Wukong's transformed "little bees" in "The White Bone Demon Thrice Defeated," and robot dogs dressed in opera costumes transform into "Howling Celestial Dogs" in "Rainbow Bridge Presents Pearls." These innovations not only add visual spectacles but also expand the performance content of traditional Chinese opera.
If technology reshapes the content production of traditional Chinese opera, then the changes in media forms completely reconstruct its "field" of connecting with the audience, expanding the viewing space of traditional Chinese opera from a single on-site theater style to an "panoramic ecosystem" that integrates online and offline, and connects large and small screens. The presentation form of traditional Chinese opera has also shifted from "proscenium" to three-dimensional and detailed.
The characteristics of current media are also reshaping the narrative aesthetics of traditional Chinese opera. On short video platforms, complete episodes are often deconstructed and edited into "highlight clips" that adapt to fast-paced browsing. These clips are more likely to trigger "emotional explosions." The deep integration of "online" and "on-site" has become the norm for the inheritance and dissemination of contemporary traditional Chinese opera. For example, the Hanjü Opera Troupe of Taoyuan County (桃源县) in Hunan (湖南) has transformed its rehearsal hall into a live broadcast room, with veteran artists taking charge and young actors interacting with netizens in an innovative form of "traditional Chinese opera + stand-up comedy," achieving a true sense of "digital breakthrough."
Under the dual catalysis of technology and media, contemporary traditional Chinese opera is constantly breaking through its inherent forms of expression and dissemination boundaries, demonstrating a strong ability for creative transformation. This process is essentially a deep integration practice on the two-way path of traditional Chinese opera "going out" and "bringing in."
"Going out" is reflected in the creative dialogue with contemporary popular culture. The younger generation of creators is extracting the programs, vocal music, and imagery of traditional Chinese opera into a highly recognizable aesthetic "grammar" and flexibly applying it to global cultural texts. Whether it is singing world-famous books in Peking Opera or adapting foreign novels with Peking-style drum storytelling, these practices are implanting the genetic code of traditional culture into the emotional structure and memory scenes of today's youth, completing the contemporary construction of cultural identity.
A more profound integration lies in "bringing in" - actively absorbing the strengths of other art forms and media forms to achieve the expansion and sublimation of the art itself. For example, the Xianxia short drama "The Shadow of a Knight's Radiance" organically integrates the rhythm and suspense of martial arts genre films, transforming the unique skills of traditional Chinese opera into a visual language that promotes the plot and shapes the characters. This also proves that the vitality of traditional Chinese opera lies not only in its form but also in its core's strong cultural adaptability and translatability.
Technology empowers, and ancient charm is reborn. Traditional art forms such as traditional Chinese opera are taking advantage of the digital wind and riding the horse of the times to continue singing and writing chapters belonging to the new era in the vast world of the new era.
(The author is a playwright and professor at the Shanghai Theatre Academy (上海戏剧学院))
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A rainbow spans across, the Houlong Bridge (后垄桥), after its complete dismantling and renovation, is reflected on the clear waves at the bottom of the stream; surrounded by green mountains and terraced fields, the newly built Qifeng Bridge (旗峰桥) has become a good place for villagers on both sides of the river to relax; beside the dwellings at the foot of the mountain, the simple and elegant Fushou Bridge (福寿桥) welcomes batches of study tour groups... In Ningde City (宁德市), Fujian Province (福建省), three bridges, old and new, attract special attention.
"In the past year or so, I haven't had many days of leisure at home." After finishing the major repair of the Houlong Bridge (后垄桥) in Houlong Village (后垅村), Limen Township (礼门乡), Zhouning County (周宁县), Ningde City (宁德市), Wu Dagen (吴大根) went home to rest for a few days.
More than a year ago, the "Traditional Chinese Wooden Arch Bridge Building Technology" was successfully transferred from the UNESCO "List of Intangible Cultural Heritage in Need of Urgent Safeguarding" to the "Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity." As a provincial representative inheritor of the Shouning (寿宁) wooden arch covered bridge making technique, Wu Dagen (吴大根), 65 years old this year, frankly said that he is "busier." He began learning traditional architectural construction techniques in 1978, started building wooden arch covered bridges in 2011, and gradually became the main master craftsman in charge.
Last year, because the "ox head" structure in the arch frame of the Houlong Bridge (后垄桥) was蛀空, and the bridge body swayed severely, with the support of relevant departments and all sectors of society, the bridge began major repairs in October, with Wu Dagen (吴大根) serving as the main master craftsman. "The major repair of the Houlong Bridge (后垄桥) is very unusual, and it is the most difficult one for me," said Wu Dagen (吴大根).
The difficulty of repairing the bridge lies in its perilous location. The Houlong Bridge (后垄桥) has an arch span of 30 meters and is about 20 meters above the water surface. The bridge abutments at both ends are directly erected on steep cliffs, which is breathtakingly beautiful to look at, but makes the repair a headache. "For example, the transportation of wood relies on manual labor, and the scaffolding is transported to the bottom of the bridge by bamboo rafts and then erected," said Wu Dagen (吴大根).
The difficulty of repairing the bridge also lies in the lack of drawings for reference. Wu Dagen (吴大根) introduced that some damaged parts inside the Houlong Bridge (后垄桥) have collapsed, and the original structural proportions cannot be seen clearly, "We can only take pictures of the entire bridge, ponder and calculate, and then replace the rotten components."
"The renovated Houlong Bridge (后垄桥) has not lost its charm." Liu Yan (刘妍), a teacher at the School of Architecture and Urban Planning of Kunming University of Science and Technology (昆明理工大学), tracked and recorded with her students, "This kind of complete dismantling and renovation in the traditional way is very rare, and we want to leave complete written and video records."
Kengdi Village (坑底村), Kengdi Township (坑底乡), Shouning County (寿宁县), in front of Qifeng Mountain (旗峰山), terraced fields are stacked and scattered, the Yushui River (玉水河) is clear and blue, and red silk hangs on the Qifeng Bridge (旗峰桥). After lunch, many villagers in Kengdi Village (坑底村) bring their children to play on the bridge and sit on the bridge benches to chat.
"With the bridge built, the children can walk 10 minutes less to cross the river to go to school, and the villagers on both sides of the river have more contact," said Ye Miao (叶淼), secretary of the Party branch and director of the village committee of Kengdi Village (坑底村).
Shouning County (寿宁县) has many mountains and streams, and each village has a tradition of building bridges. The bridge is a business card of a village and also a link. Ye Miao (叶淼) said that under the organization of the village, the villagers spontaneously raised funds and invited Wu Xiangman (吴祥满), a representative inheritor of Ningde City (宁德市) intangible cultural heritage, to build the Qifeng Bridge (旗峰桥). In September 2024, the Qifeng Bridge (旗峰桥), which is 6.6 meters wide, has a single arch span of 36.6 meters, and a height of nearly 30 meters, was completed.
In 2025, Shouning County (寿宁县) newly built 4 wooden arch covered bridges. Up to now, private fundraising has built 26 new covered bridges and renovated 9, completely preserving the traditional construction process in practice, and maintaining the custom of building and protecting bridges.
Xipu Village (西浦村), Xixi Township (犀溪镇), Shouning County (寿宁县), viewed from the Shouning Covered Bridge Museum (寿宁廊桥博物馆), the Fushou Bridge (福寿桥), which has a history of nearly 200 years, is hidden behind the trees. In the small square in front of the museum, children participating in study tours are building covered bridge blocks in groups.
"There have been many study tour groups in the past two years. They visit ancient villages, see covered bridges, and learn about the construction knowledge of wooden arch bridges. It's very lively!" introduced Ke Lihong (柯丽红), a commentator in Xipu Village (西浦村). In the Shouning Covered Bridge Museum (寿宁廊桥博物馆), pictures, texts, models, etc. record and display the history, construction techniques, and protection and inheritance history of wooden arch covered bridges.
Since 2024, the Ningde City Culture and Tourism Bureau (宁德市文化和旅游局) has planned and implemented the "Multi-Source Information Protection of Traditional Chinese Wooden Arch Bridge Building Technology" project, using technological means to comprehensively preserve traditional techniques.
In the past year or so, the renovation of ancient bridges, the construction of new bridges, and the addition of digital records... Wu Dagen (吴大根) said: "There are changes, and there are also things that remain unchanged. We will continue to stick to it as before."
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Fashion is a mirror of the times, reflecting social and economic development and changes in cultural aesthetics. Indeed, Dacron shirts reflect the simplicity of the 1970s, bell-bottoms evoke the restlessness of the 1980s, and white mesh shoes instantly remind people of the purity of adolescence... It can be said that clothing constitutes the public's visual memory of an era. So, if we stand at a point on the timeline of the future and look back at today, what is contemporary Chinese fashion? Taking clothing as a medium, how will our understanding of beauty and our yearning for a better life be reflected?
Recently, the China Artists Association's "Youth Partner Program" – the first Fashion 100 completion results exhibition and show event was held at the Art Museum of the Central Academy of Fine Arts (中央美术学院). The exhibited works are precisely a response to these questions. As an important measure for the China Artists Association (中国美协) to incorporate fashion design into its core talent training system for the first time, the "Fashion 100" project was officially launched in April 2025, bringing together nearly 100 young designers from 59 universities and well-known design institutions. Through centralized training, field research, and other methods, it guides them to strengthen their sense of responsibility, connect art with society, history with the future with ingenuity and creativity, and compose a new chapter in fashion.
As a popular language, fashion is a complex system that integrates self-awareness, social interaction, and cultural expression. In the current era of continuous integration of global perspectives and local experiences, young designers, adhering to the tenet of "academic priority, independent thinking, and innovative leadership," are embarking on bold explorations around building a fashion language that belongs to China – from styles and colors to patterns and materials, and then to multi-dimensional breakthroughs in new technologies, converging into a remarkable creative pattern. These works not only allow people to see the vigorous creativity of young designers but also reflect the development trend of contemporary Chinese fashion.
Sampling and recreating from the treasure trove of traditional culture has become a conscious action for designers to build a Chinese fashion expression system. As collectors of different cultures, designers observe this era with their own cultural knowledge system and artistic experience. At the same time, as creators, looking back at the past is inevitable – this kind of looking back is engraved in the genes and flows in the cultural blood. The boundaries of tradition are expanded at this moment. This expansion is not an escape forward, but a pulling back of the bow; the greater the tension, the farther the range.
This tension of looking back and expanding is vividly reflected in specific works. Wei Qinwen's "Between the Lines" series is one example. The work takes the brushstrokes of calligraphy as inspiration, exploring the resonance between "writing" and "wearing." Black fabric is transformed into flowing ink, and the lines and structure of the clothing are like the beginning, development, turning, and closing of brushstrokes, presenting the beauty of flowing rhythm. Xie Mengdi's "Rising with the Wind and Water" series uses traditional cross-planar tailoring, which is characterized by the clothing appearing in a "cross" shape when fully unfolded. This design not only allows the clothing to naturally adapt to the human body but also maximizes the use of fabric, reducing waste, and embodying the Chinese pursuit of thrift, harmony, and balance. On this basis, the designer integrates modern design language and digital technology to make the work a bridge connecting tradition and the future. It can be seen that innovation is not about changing tradition itself, but about allowing the wisdom of tradition to regain its vitality in contemporary daily life.
This year, on the Spring Festival Gala (春晚) of China Central Radio and Television (中央广电总台), the "Village T" from Guizhou (贵州) made a stunning appearance, bringing intangible cultural heritage and fashion trends into a full collision. Intangible cultural heritage from the countryside is becoming an indispensable and important element of Chinese fashion. Some creators transform the beauty of the original ecology with modern design language, enriching the connotation of Chinese fashion. Zhang Yan's "Muye" series takes the Kazakh (哈萨克族) sheep horn pattern as inspiration, uses a large amount of wool in terms of material, and combines techniques such as loop pile, tassels, and braids to create a relief-like texture, giving the clothing a warm touch and rich light and shadow. The colors are mainly saturated tones such as dark blue, amber yellow, and turquoise green, reflecting the passionate and unrestrained character of the herders. The silhouette integrates modern minimalist structure and the loose form of ethnic clothing, realizing the harmonious coexistence of traditional craftsmanship and contemporary fashion context. Based on a deep understanding of the philosophy behind the form, the order behind the patterns, and the aesthetic orientation behind the lifestyle, creators can transform the "imagined visual presentation" into an infectious existence – a fashion that is desired, worn, and remembered.
Today's clothing is no longer just an aesthetic display, but a carrier of individual spirit, social stance, lifestyle, and even future imagination. Digital technology and sustainable development concepts are deeply integrated into the design process. Cheng Zhilu's "Derivative Form" series, based on combing through the traditional Chinese filigree technique, selects classic patterns such as Ruyi (如意) patterns, cloud patterns, and scroll grass patterns, and uses digital software for parametric simulation and reconstruction to generate jewelry and bag ornaments that conform to contemporary aesthetics, making the works both beautiful and technological. Some designers actively use environmentally friendly fabrics, renewable materials, or perform secondary processing on waste fabrics to bring new textures to clothing. This reflects that young designers are paying more attention to the comprehensive response of design to technology, humanities, and social fields.
Each piece of clothing is a visual manifestation of the aesthetics of the times, and also reflects people's yearning for a better life. Chinese fashion is on the rise. To make it not only seen but also understood in international narratives, a new generation of designers needs to continuously explore and innovate in the process of "going out," find a way that the world can understand, and tell our own stories. As a "seed project" for cultivating fashion design talents, the important purpose of the "Fashion 100" project lies in this.
(The author is the director of the Fashion Design Art Committee of the China Artists Association (中国美术家协会服装设计艺术委员会))
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Currently, generative artificial intelligence is comprehensively involved in image production. Relying on deep learning to fit massive image data, it can quickly achieve light and shadow optimization, detail completion, and even content generation, greatly lowering the threshold for image creation. This provides an opportunity to prosper new popular literature and art, but it also brings a series of discussions about the ontological cognition and value orientation of photographic art. In the age of artificial intelligence, how should photographic art respond to the questions of technology, culture, and the times?
Whether for the public or professional photographers, it is important to rationally understand the relationship between AI-generated images and photographic art. Today, some AI-generated images seem indistinguishable from photographic works, but they are essentially different, and the use of AI has brought some problems. First, there is a tendency toward homogenization of expression. Although AI-generated images have visual sophistication, they lack the subtle changes in light and shadow, the accidental characteristics of the scene, and the imprint of time in on-site shooting, easily forming a "uniform sophistication." Second, there is a tendency toward superficialization of connotation. Some creations rely too much on AI special effects synthesis, weakening the capture of human emotions, resulting in works that have form but no intention, shape but no spirit. Third, there is a tendency toward alienation of scenes. Some creations use virtual generation to replace on-site observation, weakening the deep connection between photography and real life and the contemporary scene, deviating from the ontological pursuit of photographic art to record reality and convey warmth. These problems do not stem from the inherent defects of AI technology itself, but from the creator's vague understanding of the ontology of photographic art.
In the face of the deep penetration of artificial intelligence, photographic art must first adhere to the creative principle of "Dao-Body-Application" (道体器用). Dao is the spiritual core and ontology of art, and the tool is the tool and means of creation. The tool carries the Dao, and the Dao is achieved by the tool. The two cannot be reversed in importance. When artificial intelligence greatly lowers the threshold of "tool," "Dao" becomes the "moat" for photographic art to cope with technological change, that is, what the lens captures, what it expresses, and what kind of humanistic temperature and aesthetic conception it presents all depend on the photographer's inner Dao.
Deepening theoretical research and building a photographic theory system with Chinese characteristics is an important aspect of consolidating the foundation for the development of photographic art. Traditional Chinese art philosophy provides rich nourishment for photographic art. For example, the aesthetic concepts of "using form to convey spirit" (以形写神) and "the interplay of emptiness and fullness" (虚实相生) in traditional painting are quite inspiring for contemporary photographic art. Photography workers should further explore the theoretical resources in traditional Chinese art philosophy, sort out the inherent connection between Eastern art methodology and the ontology of photography, and form a photographic theory system that combines national characteristics, contemporary characteristics, and an international perspective. In addition, special research should also be carried out around the contemporary topic of "exploring the integrated aesthetic of Chinese photography with new quality productive forces," so that theoretical achievements can truly serve creative practice.
"The truth of being present" (在场之真) is an irreplaceable ontological attribute of photographic art. The "being present" of photography is the immersive participation in the physical scene, the empathetic expression of the emotional scene, and the artistic refinement of the contemporary scene. In order to guide photography workers to hold on to "the truth of being present," based on the theme of literary and artistic creation of the China Federation of Literary and Art Circles (中国文联) "The New Era in Scenarios" (场景里的新时代), the China Photographers Association (中国摄影家协会) focuses on major themes, organizes creative practice activities, and allows photography workers to go to the grassroots level and go deep into the scene to capture the pulse of the times and show the features of the people. At the same time, it encourages professional photography workers to share creative methods and convey aesthetic concepts with the public, forming a creative atmosphere of "national presence" and building a photographic ecology of "professional leadership, public participation, and the emergence of masterpieces."
Talent is always an important support for the prosperity and development of literary and artistic undertakings. The digital intelligence era calls for a group of outstanding photography talents who adapt to the needs of the times and possess innovative awareness and interdisciplinary capabilities. To this end, the China Photographers Association actively implements the deployment of the China Federation of Literary and Art Circles on strengthening the construction of interdisciplinary talent teams, builds a talent training system of "Chinese Art Philosophy + Intelligent Technology Application + Public Creation Vision," focuses on strengthening the theoretical literacy and aesthetic cultivation of photography workers, and consolidates the foundation of the Chinese cultural position; strengthens the training of intelligent technology application capabilities, so that creators become trainers and collaborators, establishes a logical thinking that coexists with artificial intelligence, and realizes the unity of technology empowerment and ontological adherence; cultivates people's feelings and the responsibility of the times, so that creation is always rooted in the people and serves the times, providing talent guarantee for the high-quality development of photographic art.
The photographic art of the artificial intelligence era is at a critical juncture of theoretical innovation and practical breakthrough. It is hoped that photography workers will take the spirit of Chinese aesthetics as a guide, take "The New Era in Scenarios" as a stage, take the prosperity of new popular literature and art as a path, adhere to "the truth of being present," adhere to "using Dao to control technology" (以道驭技 (yǐ dào yù jì - "using the Dao to control technique," using principles to guide skills)), and create more masterpieces with ideological depth, humanistic temperature, and the height of the times.
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In mid-spring, the cold gradually recedes, and the yang energy flourishes. New greenery is faintly visible at street corners, and pedestrians unconsciously slow their pace, easing their minds in a wisp of vitality. This anticipation and love for spring is consistent throughout the ages: thousands of years ago, the ancients also went out for spring outings on sunny days, experiencing the hope of life in the rejuvenation of all things.
In the expression of traditional Chinese art, spring is not only the beginning of the four seasons, but also the quiet awakening of emotions and moods. Therefore, the writing of spring has been enduring. Since the *Classic of Poetry* (*Shijing*), sprouting vegetation and singing orioles and dancing swallows have been constantly introduced into the poet's pen, becoming important images to express emotions; by the Tang and Song dynasties, spring became a theme repeatedly chanted by literati, whether it was the leisure of spring outings or the sentiment of fleeting time, all were integrated into the intertwining of spring colors and emotions.
The profound tradition of poetry and painting has made the meaning of "spring" long surpass the natural seasons, carrying rich cultural connotations. *Spring Outing on a Mountain Path* (山径春行图) (see picture), created by Ma Yuan (马远) of the Southern Song Dynasty, is a classic work that condenses the common spring feelings of ancient and modern times between the brush and ink, achieving the beauty of the mutual generation of painting and mood. The work depicts a scene of a noble scholar traveling in spring. The clouds are light and the wind is gentle, the mountain path is quiet, the scholar is wearing a white robe, stroking his beard and walking slowly, with a boy holding a zither following behind him. New buds are sprouting on the willows by the stream, and as the scholar passes by, his sleeves brush against the wildflowers by the roadside, the flowers dance lightly in the wind, and the birds also flap their wings and fly up. This subtle moment closely echoes the poem on the painting, "Touching sleeves, wild flowers dance more freely; avoiding people, secluded birds cannot help but sing." In terms of brush and ink application, Ma Yuan uses small axe-cut strokes to express the slopes, with steady and concise brushwork; the willow branches are slender, extending obliquely, with decisive and smooth strokes, presenting the "dragging branches" brushwork characteristics. The character depiction is particularly distinctive, with strokes like "nail heads" and endings like "rat tails," the lines are paused and turned, and the changes in thickness show both strength and rhythm.
In the history of Song Dynasty painting, the Ma Yuan family has the reputation of "five generations of painters in one family" (一门五代皆画手). Ma Yuan inherited a profound family learning, and was able to create his own style, eventually becoming the most accomplished in the Ma family, and was known as one of the "Four Masters of the Southern Song Dynasty" (南宋四家) along with Li Tang (李唐), Liu Songnian (刘松年), and Xia Gui (夏圭).
Ma Yuan was skilled in landscapes, figures, flowers, and birds, especially landscapes. He changed the panoramic composition pursued by Northern Song painters Fan Kuan (范宽) and Guo Xi (郭熙) and others, who sought to reflect the overall momentum of mountains and rivers, painting only a corner or half of the scenery to express a vast space, known as "Ma Yijiao" (马一角). His paintings often create a poetic mood. Although this *Spring Outing on a Mountain Path* is classified as a landscape, it is not only based on hills and valleys, but also takes mountains and rocks as bones, traveling figures as spirit, and spring flowers, willow leaves, and birds as rhyme, reflecting Ma Yuan's comprehensive ability to integrate landscapes, figures, flowers, and birds. The picture uses a "corner style" layout to capture a section of scenery, condensing a moment of emotion, and the remaining space is treated with light ink and blank space, creating a feeling of "not even a foot, but ten thousand miles can be discussed." The unpainted areas are not empty, but become the place where the spring air flows and the mood extends, reflecting the aesthetic transformation of Southern Song landscape painting from grandeur to restraint.
In Ma Yuan's pen, "spring" is not a gorgeous external display of blooming flowers, but a state of "almost to the peak but not yet." Willow buds are newly born, flowers are lightly brushed, birds have not yet sung, everything remains between budding, and becomes agile because of the scholar's "touching sleeves." The whole picture is light and elegant in ink color, like light smoke dyeing, but it does not lose its layers and vitality, just right to express the moistness of the spring mountains and the mildness of the air. This way of handling "spring" is not in the direct visual presentation, but in the flow of breath and the construction of poetic realm. It is precisely because of this that the four characters "Spring Outing on a Mountain Path" are particularly vivid: the focus is not on the majesty of the "mountain" or the prosperity of "spring," but on the tranquility of the "path" and the leisure of the "outing."
More than 800 years ago, a scene of spring outing was quietly fixed through this painting, showing the most harmonious relationship between man and nature with a seemingly ordinary moment. Every stroke of ink carries the temperature of time; every tree and branch diffuses the fragrance of ancient meaning. Perhaps what this work truly leaves us is not only an image of spring, but also a way of looking at the world. Discover meaning in the blank space, experience vitality in the simplicity, and settle the heart in walking. Spring arrives as scheduled every year, but do we still have the ability to re-feel its beauty on a quiet "mountain path"?
(The author is an associate researcher at the Chinese National Academy of Arts (中国艺术研究院).)
Return to TopBy: 王 岭
In recent years, with the vigorous development of art-led rural construction in various places, art is no longer a simple aesthetic symbol, but has become a medium connecting urban and rural areas and activating the genes of rural culture. The No. 1 Central Document of 2026 clearly proposed "promoting 'literary and artistic empowerment of beautiful villages' and enriching the supply of rural cultural products and services." Facing the unbalanced distribution of aesthetic education resources between urban and rural areas and other practical problems, art museums, as guardians, exhibitors, and disseminators of culture and art, have natural advantages in empowering the development of beautiful villages and are playing an irreplaceable role.
Compared with art colleges, an important advantage of art museums is the systematic aggregation of art resources. Breaking down the barriers of physical space, promoting the sinking of high-quality cultural resources, and broadening the scene of rural aesthetic education have become the consensus of art museums to empower beautiful villages, and the practices in various places have their own characteristics: As of the end of 2025, the Jiangsu Provincial Modern Art Museum has established 46 village-level art museum branches throughout the province, sending high-quality exhibitions and collection works directly to the doorsteps of villagers, allowing resources to flow; the Tai'an Art Museum (泰安市美术馆) in Shandong Province launched the "Art Empowerment · Dream Sailing - Helping Aesthetic Education Program for Remote Schools," bringing "art workshops" to rural schools and opening up the "last mile" of aesthetic education popularization. These practices have realized the leap from "supply-oriented" to "demand-oriented." Art museums no longer simply replicate urban exhibitions, but deeply integrate local culture and integrate art into rural life through planning rural-themed exhibitions and other forms.
Art museums empowering beautiful villages should also promote villagers to transform from passive cultural recipients to active cultural participants and creators. How to mobilize the enthusiasm of villagers? Some current practices may provide inspiration. For example, the Anhui Provincial Art Museum (安徽省美术馆) created the "Art Road with You" volunteer service brand, entered Liqiao Village (犁桥村), Xilian Town (西联镇), Tongling (铜陵), Anhui Province, opened paper-cutting classes, and encouraged villagers to participate in creation and use art to present rural feelings. Some art museums also guide villagers to actively participate in the collection of exhibits and serve as volunteer docents, so that they can fully express themselves and inherit rural culture in this process. By moving exhibitions to the fields and setting up classrooms in farmers' homes, art museums not only realize the co-creation of art, but also build community consensus in the process of promoting villagers' full participation in cultural co-construction.
The value of art museums to rural areas lies not only in the popularization of aesthetic education, but also in building a sustainable rural ecology with art as a link. Nowadays, more and more art museums are looking at rural development with a broader vision, not only bringing aesthetic nourishment to villages, but also bringing tangible traffic through the "art + cultural tourism" model. For example, when the Anhui Provincial Art Museum (安徽省美术馆) carried out volunteer services in Tongling (铜陵), it accurately combined local cultural tourism resources, brought the "Xin'an Painting School" (新安画派) characteristic exhibition into Liqiao Water Town (犁桥水镇) and Yongquan Town (永泉小镇), and carried out professional exhibition tour activities simultaneously to promote the deep integration of art and rural tourism. Not only that, as a resource integration platform, art museums can also promote the deep binding of art with agricultural product sales and intangible cultural heritage inheritance through the development of local cultural and creative products, so as to realize the multi-dimensional empowerment of rural revitalization.
The sustainable development of art-led rural construction ultimately depends on local talents. Art museums are an important base for cultivating rural cultural talents and activating the endogenous driving force of rural culture. Many art museums have already taken action. The Zhejiang Art Museum (浙江美术馆) conducts regular aesthetic education guidance, discovers and cultivates local art talents, and strives to build a rural cultural team that "cannot be taken away" by sending cultural commissioners to station in rural areas and jointly building with rural party branches. Some art museums conduct systematic art training for villagers and teachers and students in rural schools to help local cultural talents grow. Practice has proved that by establishing a rural art talent pool, opening characteristic workshops, and linking rural schools, art museums can provide a more lasting endogenous driving force for rural cultural development.
From exhibitions going to the countryside to the integration of culture and tourism, art museums are illuminating the road to comprehensive rural revitalization with the light of art, allowing rural culture to be rejuvenated in the nourishment of art. Promoting "literary and artistic empowerment of beautiful villages," art museums have a lot to offer and will surely have a lot to achieve.
(The author is the curator of the Anhui Provincial Art Museum (安徽省美术馆))
Return to TopThe Chinese painting "Returning to the Goodness of the Pastoral Life," by Chen Weibing (陈危冰).
Return to TopBy: 付劲草
In today's creative transformation and innovative development of outstanding Chinese traditional culture, how can we integrate the spirit of Chinese aesthetics with ancient folk literature to nourish the hearts of children?
The launch of the "Chinese Folk Literature Children's Picture Book Series" is an aesthetic practice of awakening traditional culture through visual art. The most valuable aspect of this series of picture books, based on the "Grand Series of Chinese Folk Literature," lies in its handling of the relationship between "text" and "image"—not simply mutual explanation, but allowing the essence of folk literature to be reborn through beautiful pictures.
Folk literature is born from oral transmission and formed by rhythm. The joy of nursery rhymes and the cadence of proverbs are originally arts of sound. The primary challenge facing picture book creation is how to "translate" this intangible sound into tangible images. In "Folk Nursery Rhymes," facing the textual description of "dragon and lion dances celebrating the Lantern Festival," the painter does not provide a static folk illustration. In the picture, the lines of the dragon's body resemble surging waves; the lion raises its head and leaps, its mane seeming to carry the sound of the wind; the dancing figures of the children and the trajectories of their fluttering sleeves are carefully outlined into dynamic arcs. Looking at the colors, pure and saturated Chinese red and bright yellow are laid out and collide in large areas, inherently conveying the lively atmosphere of "deafening drums." Here, the picture captures and solidifies the excitement described by the text. When children open the picture book, they seem to hear the bursts of drums, which is the "visual shaping" that painting completes for the rhythm of the text.
Proverbs containing folk wisdom often condense highly generalized life experiences. How can these experiences be made not dry principles for children, but tangible and approachable knowledge? The method of this series of picture books is "creating a realm with images." The most typical example is the depiction of "Qingming" (清明) in "Solar Term Proverbs." The painter cites the poetic symbol that has endured in the hearts of Chinese people for thousands of years—a shepherd boy riding an ox. In the green mountains and fields, a shepherd boy sits astride the back of an ox, with a leisurely expression. The distant mountains are faintly rendered with freehand brushwork, contrasting with the foreground to form a vast sense of space. Here, the picture abandons the direct explanation of the text content and instead creates an aesthetic space where the artistic conception of the text can "settle." This space is ethereal, tranquil, and full of vitality, which is the overall feeling that the "Qingming" solar term gives people. When children immerse themselves in this pictorial realm, they can better understand what "clear air and bright scenery" means. The text tells knowledge, while the picture is responsible for creating a visual atmosphere for accepting knowledge. Children are first infected by the artistic conception of the picture, and then have a vague and beautiful intuitive feeling about the twenty-four solar terms, and then the wisdom about tradition naturally resides in this feeling.
Guessing riddles is a highly interactive and fun game in folk literature. Folk riddles often use metaphors to give people a rich imagination space; picture books are intuitive visual arts, and the subjects they depict are often vivid and lifelike. How can the two be cleverly combined so that children can both feel the fun of folk riddles from the text and appreciate the beauty of traditional culture from the pictures? "Children's Riddles" makes some attempts in this regard. Taking the "Milky Way" riddle as an example, the riddle "A river lies horizontally, white and vast at night. Magpies come to build a bridge, and the Weaver Girl meets the Cowherd" is full of stories. On the basis of visualizing it, the painter focuses on creating the aesthetic artistic conception of the deep night sky and the bright Milky Way. Here, the picture plays a dual role: it is both a "riddle" that provides clues and is full of beauty, and the "answer" itself. The picture and text cooperate to enable traditional culture to be inherited in the process of children guessing riddles.
Looking at the "Chinese Folk Literature Children's Picture Book Series" as a whole, its uniqueness lies not in how exquisite it is painted, but in the fact that it has found a way to let text and image "dance" harmoniously. The picture is not subordinate to the text, but re-creates the text with a unique artistic language—dynamic lines, emotional colors, and an immersive artistic conception. It is precisely in this "dance" of mutual stimulation and mutual achievement between pictures and texts that folk literature is transformed into a colorful world that can be entered, touched, and played with. In this world, the seeds of culture, accompanied by the feeling of beauty, are deeply planted in the hearts of children. True inheritance begins with attraction and is achieved through resonance. This may be the most touching and fundamental aspect of the Chinese cultural heritage, and the most simple and profound principle of aesthetic education.
(The author is the associate editor of China Federation of Literary and Art Circles Publishing House (中国文联出版社).)
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