Summary: Xi Jinping emphasized the importance of protecting, inheriting, and utilizing the Grand Canal's cultural heritage during an inspection in Zhejiang in September 2023. He stated that the Grand Canal culture is an important component of Chinese traditional culture. The article highlights efforts to revitalize the canal through ecological restoration, coordinated protection plans, and the integration of modern technology. The Grand Canal is described as a symbol of harmony between humanity and nature, promoting economic prosperity and cultural heritage. The article does not mention the United States.
Summary: The article highlights China's ongoing efforts to eliminate urban and rural polluted water bodies, referencing Xi Jinping's emphasis on addressing prominent environmental concerns. It details the successful remediation of the Pudong River in Fuzhou's Jin'an District as an example, achieved through comprehensive measures like relocating illegal constructions, dredging, and upgrading sewage pipe networks. The central government has issued guidance on systematic treatment and long-term mechanisms, with local governments implementing initiatives like the "double river chief" system in Fuzhou. By 2025, China aims to eliminate most polluted water bodies in cities above the prefectural level and significantly improve rural areas.
Summary: Xi Jinping met with a visiting delegation from the Kuomintang (KMT) led by Chairwoman Hung Hsiu-chu. Xi emphasized adherence to the "1992 Consensus" and opposition to "Taiwan independence" as the basis for peaceful cross-strait relations. He expressed a willingness to work with all parties and groups in Taiwan to strengthen dialogue. Xi also stated that differences in social systems are not an excuse for separation. He also expressed that the mainland will share development opportunities with Taiwan.
Summary: A new national standard for mobile power bank safety, effective April 1, 2027, aims to reduce safety hazards by improving requirements for batteries, protection circuits, and materials. The standard addresses issues like overheating, overcharging, and short circuits, introducing stricter testing, additional circuit protection, and unique product identification codes. Existing CCC-certified power banks can still be used and carried on flights if they meet current civil aviation regulations. The one-year transition period allows manufacturers to adapt and retailers to clear inventory, ensuring a stable market supply. The article did not mention the United States or U.S.-China relations.
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Summary: In the first quarter of 2024, China's national railway fixed asset investment reached 137.9 billion yuan, a 5.1% year-on-year increase, indicating efficient progress in railway construction. Key projects like the Xi'an-Shiyan and Xiong'an-Shangqiu (Shandong section) high-speed railways are nearing operation. Significant progress has been made on other high-speed rail lines, including the Chengdu-Chongqing central line and sections of the Shanghai-Chongqing-Chengdu line. The China State Railway Group plans to further advance railway construction projects outlined in the 15th Five-Year Plan. The article makes no mention of the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: In the first quarter of 2024, China's water conservancy construction investment reached 207 billion yuan, a 4.1% year-on-year increase, with 8,348 new projects initiated. Local government special bonds and bank loans reached 90.2 billion yuan, while social capital reached 43.4 billion yuan. Construction projects employed 670,000 people, with 15 major water conservancy projects commencing, including the Taihu Lake and Yunnan water diversion projects. The Ministry of Water Resources will focus on flood and drought prevention and expedite the construction of a modern water network to meet annual targets.
Summary: President Xi Jinping sent a congratulatory letter to the commemorative event marking the 55th anniversary of "Ping-Pong Diplomacy" between China and the United States, emphasizing the historical significance of this diplomacy and encouraging people from all sectors, especially the younger generation, to promote friendship and contribute to the stable development of China-U.S. relations. Xi's letter highlighted that the foundation of China-U.S. relations is built by the people and the future is created by the youth. The event also launched a series of China-U.S. youth sports exchange activities. Participants expressed their commitment to promoting people-to-people exchanges, echoing Xi's call for increased youth interaction following his initiative to invite 50,000 American youths to China over five years.
Summary: According to the author, China's "15th Five-Year Plan" and the recent Two Sessions signal a commitment to stable, sustainable development driven by technological innovation and further opening up. Europe views China's stability as crucial amidst global uncertainty, potentially contributing to a fairer international order, with China's long-term planning and institutional frameworks serving as a valuable reference. China's advancements in technology and green development offer opportunities for EU-China cooperation, while its expanding domestic demand promises broader collaboration in various sectors. The author notes China's emphasis on multilateralism and peaceful dialogue resonates in Europe and advocates for enhanced EU strategic autonomy to foster a more balanced global order.
Summary: Farhana Paruk, chair of the Cape Peninsula Chamber of Commerce in South Africa, stated that China's Global Governance Initiative (GGI) is significant for Global South countries, including those in Africa, by promoting a fairer global governance system. Paruk criticized the existing global governance system, noting the impact of unilateralism and protectionism from certain Western countries and the insufficient representation of developing nations. She emphasized that the GGI supports the UN's central role and facilitates participation in global governance reform through multilateral mechanisms. Paruk highlighted China-Africa cooperation in technology, infrastructure, and digital governance as examples of how China constructively contributes to global governance. She advocated for African nations to utilize multilateral platforms like the African Union and the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation to strengthen cooperation and oppose unilateralism.
Summary: China Huadian's Sihanoukville power generation project in Cambodia utilizes clean energy technologies and has received environmental awards from the Cambodian government. The project currently supplies approximately one-third of Cambodia's electricity, ending the country's reliance on expensive imported power and reducing nationwide blackouts. The project employs advanced technologies like drone inspections and AI-driven water pump management to improve efficiency and reduce operational risks. The company provides training programs in both language and technical skills and has helped over 100 employees to become professionally qualified, and is helping to develop the local workforce. The project is considered a key part of the Belt and Road Initiative, contributing to local economic and social development.
Summary: Indonesian National Economic Committee Chairman Luhut stated that financial cooperation between Indonesia and China has improved trade and investment efficiency, strengthening Indonesia's resilience against external uncertainties. Speaking at a Bank of China-sponsored dialogue, Luhut emphasized the importance of regional cooperation amidst changing global trade patterns and supply chain adjustments. He highlighted the renewal and expansion of the bilateral currency swap agreement with China to 400 billion RMB. Bank of China Vice President Yang Jun noted Indonesia's key role in promoting regional cooperation and local currency settlement mechanisms. The local currency settlement mechanism between Indonesia and China, launched in 2021, will be upgraded in 2025 to cover all areas of the balance of payments.
Summary: The 26th Chinese medical team in Rwanda donated medical equipment to Masaka Hospital, continuing a tradition of Sino-Rwandan medical cooperation. Chinese Ambassador to Rwanda Gao Wenqi stated the donation will contribute to local health, noting the team's completion of numerous surgeries and patient treatments in the past two months. Rwandan official Oreste Tuganeyezu acknowledged the equipment's positive impact on surgical capabilities and highlighted the Chinese medical experts' contributions to clinical services and local personnel training. The donated equipment included operating tables, wheelchairs, and surgical instruments.
Summary: China has officially handed over the completed upgrade and renovation project of the M1 highway at Malawi's capital airport to the Malawian government. Constructed by Shandong Hi-Speed Road & Bridge Group Co., Ltd., the 9.455-kilometer project aims to improve Lilongwe's traffic conditions, facilitate transportation and trade, and contribute to Malawi's economic and social development. The project was commenced in late 2021. The article does not mention the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: National Healthcare Security Administration (NHSA) officials, including Deputy Director Huang Huabo and department director Gu Rong, recently interpreted the newly implemented "Detailed Rules for the Implementation of the Regulations on the Supervision and Administration of the Use of Medical Insurance Funds," which took effect in April. These rules aim to strengthen oversight of the 120 billion RMB medical insurance fund, clarifying responsibilities and standardizing the determination of illegal activities like fraudulently obtaining benefits. The rules specifically target behaviors such as inducing unnecessary hospitalizations, reselling pharmaceuticals obtained through insurance fraud, and assisting others in falsely claiming medical benefits. A credit management system is also being implemented for both medical institutions and insured individuals to ensure appropriate use of the fund.
Summary: China's national railway system implemented a new freight train schedule on April 10th to improve its logistics network. The schedule focuses on optimizing intercity, multimodal, and direct bulk freight trains, including increasing services to transport essential commodities like coal and fertilizer. Ninety-three China-Europe train routes are planned, with twenty-two scheduled to run weekly with fixed times both domestically and internationally. Sixty-two China-Central Asia train routes are planned, including one newly added route departing from Beijing, Tianjin, and Zhangjiakou via Alashankou. The plan includes expanding multimodal transport via the Caspian Sea and testing new routes via St. Petersburg.
Summary: China's Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) has launched a special action in April to strengthen corporate governance of listed companies, aiming to prevent financial fraud and improve decision-making. The initiative focuses on eight areas, including enhancing the capabilities of board secretaries by formulating new regulatory rules, supporting third-party nomination of independent directors, and encouraging audit committees to conduct special verifications. The CSRC will also push for the recovery of excessive executive compensation in cases of financial fraud and urge major shareholders to return misappropriated funds. Other listed companies will be encouraged to integrate business and financial systems and participate in corporate governance standards training.
Summary: A farmer in Sichuan Province, Li Zhuoheng, is using agricultural robots to assist with rice and wheat farming, including seedling transport and field inspection. These robots, developed by a local agricultural services company, 成都市新都绿控农业服务有限公司, offer advantages in monitoring crop health and reducing labor needs, though cost remains a barrier to widespread adoption. The robots are being used on 600 mu of rice and 300 mu of winter wheat. The company is exploring leasing options to make the technology more accessible, hoping to drive down costs through wider adoption and feedback-driven technological improvements.
Summary: During a September inspection in Zhejiang, Xi Jinping emphasized the importance of protecting, preserving, and utilizing the Grand Canal culture as a key component of Chinese traditional culture. He stressed that the Grand Canal is a valuable heritage from ancestors and should be protected and utilized to benefit the people. Efforts include ecological restoration, pollution control, and coordinated protection among regions along the canal, as well as revitalization of historical and cultural sites. The goal is to ensure the canal continues to benefit the economy and livelihoods of people along its route. The article did not mention the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: The article discusses China's efforts to eliminate and prevent the re-emergence of urban "black and odorous water bodies" (黑臭水体), highlighting Xi Jinping's emphasis on addressing environmental issues affecting the populace. It details local initiatives, using Fuzhou's Jin'an district as an example, where comprehensive measures like infrastructure upgrades and river management systems have been implemented. The piece also mentions the establishment of collaborative mechanisms between government departments and the expansion of black and odorous water treatment coverage. Furthermore, the article discusses establishing preventative mechanisms to ensure the long-term success of water body remediation efforts. There is no discussion of the United States or U.S.-China relations in this article.
Summary: The first generator rotor has been successfully installed at the Lawa Hydropower Station on the Jinsha River, signaling the final assembly stage for the unit. The first units of the hydropower station, located on the border of Sichuan and Tibet, are slated to begin generating power by the end of the year. Upon completion, the 2,000 MW station is projected to generate 9 billion kWh annually, reducing coal consumption by 2.77 million tons and CO2 emissions by 7.41 million tons. The hydropower station is a key component of the national "15th Five-Year Plan" for the Jinsha River upstream water, wind, and photovoltaic integration base.
Summary: The article discusses China's efforts to expand its "legal明白人" (legal experts among the people) program, aiming for comprehensive coverage at the grassroots level. The program trains individuals in various sectors, including schools, businesses, and new employment groups like delivery drivers, to provide basic legal services and mediation. Examples include training school staff in Tianjin to handle legal issues on campus and equipping delivery drivers in Jiangxi with legal knowledge to assist their peers. The initiative seeks to address diverse legal needs and invigorate the construction of a law-based society, though the article does not mention the United States.
Summary: On April 11th, 130 ministerial-level officials from central and Beijing municipal departments participated in the 2026 Republic of China Minister's Tree Planting activity in Tongzhou District, Beijing. The officials planted over 800 saplings, including pines and willows, and maintained approximately 520 existing trees. The annual event, co-organized by national and local greening committees, aims to promote public participation in afforestation and environmental protection. This year marks the 45th anniversary of the national voluntary tree planting campaign, which now includes eight categories of participation methods. Online platforms have been developed to facilitate public engagement in tree planting activities across the country.
Summary: The Inner Mongolia Free Trade Zone (FTZ) officially launched on April 11th, encompassing 119.74 square kilometers across three areas: Hohhot, Manzhouli, and Erenhot. The FTZ aims to transform Inner Mongolia from a transit hub connecting Russia and Mongolia into a region with increased local processing of imported resources and higher economic value. With over 4200 km of border lines and 20 open ports, the FTZ intends to break limitations of the passage role.
Summary: A symposium was held in Inner Mongolia on April 9th to discuss improving the business environment, attended by top regional leaders and business representatives. A research group, after studying Guangdong's best practices and conducting local surveys, reported concerns about market access barriers, inconsistent law enforcement, and imprecise policy implementation. Businesses suggested more targeted policies and opening up industries for AI technology validation. The local government pledged to address these concerns, highlighting a push to improve the investment and entrepreneurial climate, with 2026 designated as "Business Environment Quality Improvement Year."
Summary: A drone sports event was held in Chengdu, Sichuan Province on April 11th, co-sponsored by the China Communications Industry Association and the University of Electronic Science and Technology. The event featured innovative drone competitions like weightlifting, fencing, and basketball, providing a platform for universities, companies, and youth to display their innovation and competitive abilities. The article does not discuss the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: The National Healthcare Security Administration (NHSA) has released the first list of 305 member hospitals participating in the nationwide "Healthcare Imaging Cloud" network for cross-provincial image access. These hospitals, including China-Japan Friendship Hospital and Peking University Third Hospital, are distributed across 21 provinces. The initiative aims to address patient pain points by facilitating cross-provincial sharing of medical imaging data. The NHSA welcomes more eligible hospitals to join the network to improve service efficiency and benefit more people.
Summary: Han Youqing, a retired cadre at the Zheng Bingtuan (正兵团) level and former Director of the Second Artillery Political Department, passed away in Beijing on March 11 at the age of 104. Han joined the Eighth Route Army in 1938 and the CCP in 1939, participating in numerous battles during the Anti-Japanese War and the Chinese Civil War, and later the Korean War. He held various political positions throughout his career, contributing to the PLA's modernization. He was awarded the rank of Senior Colonel (大校) in 1955 and received several honors. The article does not mention the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: Xi Jinping met with a visiting delegation from the Kuomintang (KMT) led by Chairwoman Hung Hsiu-chu. Xi emphasized adherence to the "1992 Consensus" and opposition to "Taiwan independence" as the basis for cross-strait relations, calling for increased dialogue and exchange between the KMT and other groups in Taiwan. He stressed shared opportunities for Taiwan compatriots in the mainland's development and the importance of unity to achieve the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation. He stated that the mainland will continue to solve practical problems for Taiwan compatriots.
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Summary: A panel of experts including Xing Wei from the National Development and Reform Commission, Liu Junyan from the China Youth and Children Research Center, and Zhang Hao from the Central Committee of the Communist Youth League, discussed the "15th Five-Year Plan" and its dedicated section on youth development. They emphasized the plan's aim to optimize the environment for youth education, employment, and well-being, addressing challenges and maximizing youth potential in areas like technological innovation and economic contribution. They noted the importance of adapting policies to meet the diverse needs of young people, including those in new employment sectors, and to foster a sense of belonging and participation in national development. The speakers emphasized that the plan will focus on ensuring youth can find pathways and opportunities for their growth. There was no mention of the United States or US-China relations.
Summary: The article presents the aspirations of four individuals from different sectors—a delivery driver, a tech company CEO, a graduate student, and a village Party Secretary—regarding China's upcoming "15th Five-Year Plan." The delivery driver hopes to improve service to the city, while the tech CEO aims to advance brain-computer interface technology, noting the state's support for young scientists. The graduate student intends to focus on affordable rural sewage treatment, and the village secretary wants to improve the collective economy of her village. All express confidence in contributing to national development, but the article does not mention the United States.
Summary: The article emphasizes new policies in the upcoming "15th Five-Year Plan" aimed at alleviating the burdens on young Chinese adults related to elder and child care, allowing them to pursue career goals without these domestic concerns. Specific measures include establishing comprehensive elder care networks and increasing childcare subsidies and facilities. The goal is to remove obstacles for young people who want to contribute to key national goals such as technological innovation and rural revitalization. The article argues that this support will empower youth to pursue their ambitions. There is no mention of the United States or U.S.-China relations in this article.
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Summary: The article profiles the PLA Navy's guided-missile destroyer *Baotou*, a Type 052D ship, highlighting its combat readiness, participation in escort missions, and engagement in international exercises such as "Peace-2025". Crew members emphasized their commitment to duty and continuous improvement through rigorous training and equipment optimization. The *Baotou* has been involved in emergency medical assistance to civilian vessels and showcases the PLA Navy's capabilities to foreign navies during joint exercises, where Chinese officers expressed pride in showcasing China's growing international influence and advanced equipment to foreign counterparts, including those from South Africa. Through these interactions, the *Baotou*'s crew aims to promote understanding and friendship, acting as "military diplomats" and conveying a confident image of China.
Summary: Ahead of Tomb Sweeping Day, a unit of the PLA Navy honored the martyr Zhang Chao at his grave in Hunan, reaffirming their commitment to following his path, now in the "era of three aircraft carriers." The article notes a nationwide campaign, led by multiple departments, to commemorate heroes and promote patriotism, including activities for youth, and it references a documentary on martyrs of the Long March. Schools are organizing trips to memorial sites to educate students about the sacrifices made by revolutionary heroes. The piece emphasizes the importance of remembering and learning from the sacrifices of martyrs, especially in the context of the 90th anniversary of the Long March victory, to inspire military readiness and national pride. There is no mention of the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: The article is a first-person account from an armored vehicle maintenance technician in the People's Armed Police (PAP) describing his 14 years of service. He emphasizes the importance of mastering technical skills to ensure vehicles are combat-ready, recounting instances where his expertise was crucial in critical situations. He also highlights the importance of passing on his knowledge to younger technicians, contributing to the overall readiness of the unit's equipment. The technician sees his role as crucial to victory, ensuring equipment is always ready for deployment.
Summary: The article reports on a recent visit to an aviation unit of the PLA Air Force's Central Theater Command, focusing on the capabilities and operational experiences of the indigenously developed Y-20 "Kunpeng" large transport aircraft. Pilots highlighted the aircraft's stability, reliability, and capacity for heavy loads and operations in complex environments. The article also highlights the "Kunpeng's Wing" innovation studio, where pilots develop software to improve flight planning and mission efficiency. The Y-20 has been used in multiple joint exercises. The aircraft has also been used to repatriate the remains of Chinese volunteer soldiers from South Korea.
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Summary: The Yangtze River Delta region has enacted unified regulations to promote cross-regional government services through an online platform, aiming to create a seamless "highway" for information, data, and services. This initiative, formalized by the Shanghai, Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Anhui provinces, seeks to standardize rules and procedures for businesses and individuals, eliminating previous fragmentation. The regulations focus on a "list management" system, clarifying which services can be handled across provinces and how. By enhancing data sharing and streamlining processes, the initiative aims to reduce operational costs for businesses and improve the overall business environment in the region. The goal is to facilitate the free flow of resources and promote high-quality development in the Yangtze River Delta.
Summary: Zhang Zhongshan, a National People's Congress (NPC) representative and head of a farmers' cooperative in Gansu's Dongxiang Autonomous County, is focused on developing the local sheep industry to alleviate poverty and promote rural revitalization. Zhang has implemented innovative sales strategies, like providing cooking instructions with each cut of meat, and using e-commerce platforms to expand market reach. As an NPC representative, Zhang has proposed improving rural e-commerce services, elderly care, and job creation, drawing attention from government ministries. He also emphasizes the need for skilled management in agriculture to improve the industry's efficiency, reflecting the goals outlined in the "15th Five-Year Plan".
Summary: A Chongqing official stated that the newly passed "Chongqing Municipality Normative Document Management Regulations" will improve the quality and standardization of "red-headed documents." The regulations, taking effect June 1, are the first of their kind in China and cover the entire lifecycle of these documents, from drafting to implementation and evaluation, aiming to eliminate inconsistencies and unauthorized issuances. The regulations establish a list of authorized document issuers and prohibit redundant or repetitive documentation, especially at the local level. The law also sets an expiration date for provisional documents to improve document quality and prevent ambiguity.
Summary: 人大 representative and hospital director, Wang Weilin, highlighted the importance of improving basic healthcare services and addressing public concerns regarding healthcare, employment, education, and elderly care, as emphasized in this year's government work report. Wang emphasized the need to break down data barriers in the medical field to promote innovation in medical artificial intelligence. She has been working to promote the use of "artificial intelligence + medical care" from pilot projects in some disciplines and hospitals to replicable and scalable practical results, so that more people can enjoy high-quality medical services at their doorstep. This includes promoting smart hospitals and the use of AI in diagnosis and treatment.
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Summary: China Academy of Art (CAA) is striving to become a world-class art institution by focusing on Chinese cultural roots and traditions. CAA emphasizes integrating traditional Chinese art with modern practices and promoting Chinese aesthetics globally through initiatives like the Venice Biennale collaborations, where the Academy has been invited to curate exhibitions. The academy is also actively integrating "artistic intelligence" with AI technology to foster cross-disciplinary innovation. CAA has also been active in supporting culture abroad, promoting its graduates' works. CAA aims to define global standards with its unique cultural identity, rather than simply meeting existing benchmarks.
Summary: China's rapid development of art museums faces challenges, including an over-reliance on commercial revenue and a blurring of the lines between public cultural endeavors and the cultural industry. Some museums prioritize commercial exhibitions and high ticket prices over academic rigor and artistic value. The article warns against market logic supplanting the museums' public and academic missions. It advocates for a non-profit framework that incorporates diverse revenue streams to support core functions while safeguarding artistic integrity, rather than direct commercialization.
Summary: This article reflects on the imagery and significance of spring as depicted in traditional Chinese paintings. It explores various aspects of spring, from the awakening of nature through silkworms and ducks to the agricultural labor of farmers and the introspective cleansing symbolized by spring water. The paintings capture the essence of spring as a time of renewal, growth, and joy, exemplified by scenes of people swinging on swings. The author emphasizes that these artistic depictions represent a shared cultural memory and enduring appreciation for the season. There is no mention of the United States or U.S.-China relations in this article.
Summary: The article discusses the challenges and necessary evolution of traditional Chinese flower-and-bird painting (花鸟画) instruction in higher education. It argues that while inheriting tradition through copying classic works is crucial, students need to move beyond simple imitation and connect classical techniques with modern aesthetics and real-world observation, emphasizing that the goal is free artistic expression and to explore the philosophical and aesthetic ideals through interaction with nature. The author advocates for strengthened investigation into local culture, introducing ecological field studies, interdisciplinary collaboration, and digital technology to enrich the artistic expression. The author envisions future flower-and-bird painting artists as interpreters of traditional culture and advocates for ecological aesthetics and Oriental aesthetics.
Summary: This submission is a Chinese painting titled "New Rain After Nanshan" by Shi Feng. As an artwork rather than a political article, it doesn't offer information suitable for analysis of Chinese politics or U.S.-China relations. Therefore, a summary in the context of political analysis is not possible.
Summary: This article argues that clay sculpting offers a unique and effective approach to addressing adolescent mental health issues in China. It highlights the tactile and expressive nature of clay as a means to unlock emotional expression, foster concentration, and cultivate a sense of cultural identity through engagement with traditional craftsmanship. The author advocates for a student-centered approach to clay sculpting within a supportive environment to promote emotional regulation and cognitive development. The method focuses on respect, experience, connection, and development to awaken inner growth motivation. The article does not mention the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: This article provides contact information for submissions to the *People's Daily* forum section. Specifically, it lists the email address "msfk@peopledaily.cn" for submissions. It also credits Zhao Siru for the page layout design. There is no mention of Chinese politics, officials, the United States, or U.S.-China relations.
By: 本报记者 原韬雄 刘军国
"The Grand Canal culture is an important part of China's outstanding traditional culture. We must put effort into protection, inheritance, and utilization, so that the ancient Grand Canal can radiate a new style of the times."
——September 20, 2023, Xi Jinping (习近平), General Secretary, emphasized during his inspection in Zhejiang (浙江) Province.
Connecting the north and south, reflecting the past and present, the Grand Canal is gentle and dynamic.
Regarding the protection, inheritance, and utilization of the Grand Canal, General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) has always kept it in mind: "The Grand Canal is a valuable legacy left to us by our ancestors, it is a flowing culture, and we must protect, inherit, and utilize it in a coordinated manner." "I hope everyone will jointly protect the Grand Canal so that the canal will always benefit the people."
The millennium-old waterway flows leisurely, radiating a new style in the new era, and continuing to write a new chapter of harmonious coexistence between man and nature.
The Grand Canal's renewal reflects changes in concepts and the effectiveness of collaboration.
In Tongzhou (通州), Beijing (北京), at the Grand Canal Forest Park, tourists boat on the river and stroll through the woods.
"It feels so good to look at!" Li Jianguo (李建国) is a former old worker at a chemical plant by the Grand Canal. He often comes to the park for a walk in recent years. "In the past, industrial wastewater affected the water quality, and we had to hold our noses when we passed by."
Today, the old factory site has become an urban green heart, and an "underwater forest" has grown at the bottom of the canal. Pollution control, water replenishment, and green planting are used to solve ecological problems with ecological methods.
In February 2017, at the Beijing (北京) Grand Canal Forest Park, General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) emphasized that "protecting the Grand Canal is the common responsibility of all regions along the canal."
The "Grand Canal Cultural Protection, Inheritance and Utilization Plan Outline" and the "Grand Canal National Cultural Park Construction and Protection Plan" have been successively introduced. With coordinated protection, all regions along the route work together and vigorously implement them.
Along the Grand Canal, the "River Chief System" is fully covered; since 2022, Beijing (北京), Tianjin (天津), Hebei (河北), and Shandong (山东) provinces and cities have jointly implemented water replenishment actions, and the Grand Canal, which had been cut off for a hundred years, has achieved continuous water flow throughout the entire line for many years; Hangzhou (杭州), Zhejiang (浙江) has developed the "Digital Intelligence Canal - Grand Canal (Hangzhou Section) World Cultural Heritage Digital Intelligence Management System" to strengthen systematic protection and unified supervision... With clear water, green banks, and thriving industries, the Grand Canal's grand scene is reappearing.
The timeless Grand Canal carries the charm of history and the pulse of civilization.
On the banks of the Grand Canal, in the Qiaoxi (桥西) Historical and Cultural Block of Hangzhou (杭州), making an oil-paper umbrella and dyeing a "crossing-the-river cloth," intangible cultural heritage skills are actively inherited, touchable, and experienceable. The canal people who were born and raised here live comfortably by the river.
In September 2023, General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) emphasized during his inspection in Zhejiang (浙江) Province: "The Grand Canal culture is an important part of China's outstanding traditional culture. We must put effort into protection, inheritance, and utilization, so that the ancient Grand Canal can radiate a new style of the times."
Protection, inheritance, and utilization are written in detail.
In the Hangzhou (杭州) section of the Grand Canal, the Xiaohe (小河) Oil Depot is a local "old industrial representative" and an important witness to the changes in the Grand Canal. In 2019, the Xiaohe (小河) Oil Depot was completely closed, renovated, and has now been transformed into Xiaohe (小河) Park.
"Activating and utilizing industrial heritage, inheriting canal culture, and also providing citizens with new living spaces," introduced Song Sihao (宋偲皓), who participated in the planning and construction of Xiaohe (小河) Park. Xiaohe (小河) Park connects the three major historical and cultural blocks along the canal, where contemporary art, living needs, and historical memories blend.
The water veins are endless, and the cultural veins are unbroken. The Grand Canal has more than 1,200 river channels, ancient buildings, ancient ruins, stone carvings, and other types of relics at all levels, and 368 important representative relics such as hydraulic facilities, with lasting brilliance.
The vibrant Grand Canal facilitates transportation and benefits the people.
In November 2020, General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) pointed out during his inspection in Jiangsu (江苏) Province: "For thousands of years, the canal has nourished the cities and people on both sides, and is a river of prosperity and happiness for the people on both sides of the canal."
Intelligent equipment, intelligent scheduling, river channel renovation, and capacity improvement... The Grand Canal in the new era is full of vigor and is continuously benefiting the cities and people along the route.
Without being near the river or the sea, Jining (济宁), Shandong (山东) relies on the convenience of the Grand Canal to build Liangshan (梁山) Port, using multimodal transport of public, railway, and water, making logistics transportation smoother and more economical. The Xiaoqing (小清) River, which flows into the Bohai (渤海) Sea, has resumed navigation after more than 20 years, forming an efficient inland waterway transportation network with the Grand Canal, bringing greater development opportunities to many regions, including Jining (济宁).
The second channel of the Beijing-Hangzhou (京杭) Canal in Hangzhou (杭州) and the "three-to-two" project of the Beijing-Hangzhou (京杭) Canal's southern Jiangsu (苏南) section promote the increasing vitality of shipping; the South-to-North Water Diversion Project uses the Grand Canal to allocate water resources on the land of China... Integrating the wisdom of ancestors and modern technology, the Grand Canal is "strengthening its muscles and bones," adding more color to the times.
The "15th Five-Year Plan" proposes to "inherit and promote the excellent traditional Chinese culture, so that the people can enjoy a higher quality of cultural life." People on both sides of the canal have new expectations.
Water nourishes all things, endlessly. The millennium-old canal is in its prime, surging towards the future.
(Our reporter Wang Haonan (王昊男) and Li Rui (李蕊) participated in the writing)
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"Accelerate efforts to address the shortcomings in urban sewage collection and treatment facilities, implement in-situ treatment of endogenous pollution and ecological restoration, and basically eliminate urban and rural black and odorous water bodies while establishing a long-term mechanism."
——Xi Jinping (习近平), July 17, 2023, at the National Conference on Ecological and Environmental Protection
Urban black and odorous water bodies are prominent ecological and environmental problems around the people, and they are troublesome and vexing matters for the people.
General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) emphasized: "We must thoroughly fight the battle against pollution, focus on tackling prominent ecological and environmental problems around the people, and let the people truly feel the improvement of ecological and environmental quality." The "15th Five-Year Plan" proposes: "Thoroughly fight the battles to defend blue skies, clear waters, and pure land."
The Pudong River Water Park (浦东河水上公园) in Jin'an District (晋安区), Fuzhou (福州), Fujian (福建) is rippling with clear water, unfolding a warm picture of people's livelihood: egrets occasionally skim over the water; flowers are in full bloom on the shore; and citizens laugh and talk under the pavilion.
Lin Shijie (林世杰), a resident of a nearby community, recalled that in the past, sewage was directly discharged into the river, illegal buildings occupied the river channel, and there was no external water source to replenish it, making the entire Pudong River smell pungent.
Focusing on the people's demands, Jin'an District (晋安区) coordinated the management of water resources, water environment, and water ecology, and made great efforts to demolish illegal buildings, relocate residents, remove silt, dredge the river, and construct and renovate sewage interception pipe networks.
The past "dirty, smelly, and chaotic" has now become "clean, green, and beautiful," and the change has not been easy. "Including the Pudong River (浦东河), we have comprehensively managed 28 inland river systems, demolished about 1 million square meters of buildings along the rivers, built 68.4 kilometers of new sewage interception pipes, and removed 660,000 cubic meters of silt," introduced Li Zhaofeng (李兆峰), Director of the Urban and Rural Construction Bureau of Jin'an District (晋安区城乡建设局局长).
As the construction of a beautiful China (中国) continues to advance, the people's expectations for the quality of the ecological environment are even higher. General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) pointed out: "We must adhere to precise pollution control, scientific pollution control, and law-based pollution control, maintain strength, extend depth, expand breadth, deeply promote environmental pollution prevention and control, and continuously improve the quality of the ecological environment."
Top-level design, meticulous deployment.
The "Opinions of the CPC Central Committee and the State Council on Deeply Fighting the Battle Against Pollution" (《中共中央国务院关于深入打好污染防治攻坚战的意见》), issued in 2021, proposed, "Coordinate upstream and downstream, left and right banks, main streams and tributaries, urban and rural areas, and systematically promote the treatment of urban black and odorous water bodies" and "Consolidate the achievements in the treatment of urban black and odorous water bodies and establish a long-term mechanism to prevent recurrence."
The Ministry of Ecology and Environment (生态环境部), the Ministry of Housing and Urban-Rural Development (住房和城乡建设部), and other relevant departments have established a collaborative mechanism, and documents such as the "Notice on Further Improving the Environmental Protection Work of Black and Odorous Water Body Remediation" (《关于进一步做好黑臭水体整治环境保护工作的通知》) and the "Implementation Plan for Deeply Fighting the Battle Against Urban Black and Odorous Water Body Remediation" (《深入打好城市黑臭水体治理攻坚战实施方案》) have been issued, further expanding the scope of black and odorous water body treatment.
Improve the mechanism, implement precise policies.
The problem of black and odorous water bodies lies in the water, but the root cause is on the shore. Various regions have improved the river basin management system, cross-regional management and coordination mechanisms, and the river chief and lake chief system organization system, strengthening the protection and restoration of the water ecology in the river basin.
In Yuefeng Town (岳峰镇), Jin'an District (晋安区), the Zhuyu River (竹屿河) is crystal clear. This river, with a total length of less than 400 meters, is now guarded 24 hours a day. "We monitor and also go to the site to solve problems that may cause pollution in a timely manner," said Chen Yun (陈云), Operations Manager of Qingkong Renju (Fuzhou) Water Environment Technology Co., Ltd. (清控人居（福州）水环境科技有限公司运营部经理), which is responsible for the treatment of black and odorous water bodies in the Zhuyu River (竹屿河). The company has built a new sewage treatment station near the Zhuyu River (竹屿河) to collect and treat domestic sewage from surrounding residents.
Fuzhou (福州) promotes a "dual river chief system" of government river chiefs and enterprise river chiefs, and Chen Yun (陈云) is the "enterprise river chief" of the Zhuyu River (竹屿河). When Chen Yun (陈云) encounters problems that cannot be solved, he hands them over to Jiang Chaoqing (江朝清), the "government river chief" of the Zhuyu River (竹屿河) and Deputy Mayor of Yuefeng Town (岳峰镇副镇长), for coordination and resolution.
Consolidate responsibilities, maintain normal and long-term effectiveness.
In order to continuously consolidate the achievements in the treatment of urban black and odorous water bodies, the Fujian Provincial Department of Housing and Urban-Rural Development (福建省住房和城乡建设厅) organized a third-party team to conduct regular inspections of the treated urban black and odorous water bodies, identify problems, form a list, and send letters to remind local governments and competent departments. As of now, all 29 black and odorous water bodies within the built-up areas of county-level cities in Fujian Province (福建省) have been treated.
Establish and improve a mechanism to prevent recurrence of black and odorous conditions, and promote the long-term cleanliness of "stinky ditches." Looking at the whole country, by the end of 2025, more than 3,000 black and odorous water bodies in prefecture-level and above cities will be basically eliminated, the treatment effect will be further consolidated and improved, the task of basically eliminating black and odorous water bodies in county-level cities will be completed, and the treatment rate of relatively large rural black and odorous water bodies will reach more than 98%.
Black and odorous water bodies are gradually eliminated, and fish reappear in the rivers. Continue to thoroughly fight the battle against pollution, promote high-quality development and create a high-quality life with high-level protection, and the beautiful Chinese (中国) painting with bluer skies, greener mountains, clearer waters, and a more beautiful environment will surely be more colorful.
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On April 10th, General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) met with the delegation of the Chinese Kuomintang (中国国民党) led by Chairman Hung Hsiu-chu (郑丽文) in Beijing (北京) and delivered an important speech, which has received high attention and sparked enthusiastic responses on both sides of the Taiwan Strait.
People from all walks of life, experts, and scholars on both sides of the Strait have stated that General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平), standing at the strategic height of the overall development of the Party and the country's cause and the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation, profoundly expounded the major policies and guidelines for promoting the peaceful development of cross-strait relations and advancing the great cause of national reunification under the new situation, demonstrating deep national and family feelings, full of deep affection for Taiwan (台湾) compatriots, pointing out the direction for the development of cross-strait relations, and serving as the fundamental guideline and action guide for doing a good job in Taiwan-related work in the new era. It will surely inspire compatriots on both sides of the Strait to join hands in creating a better future for national reunification and national rejuvenation.
Adhere to Correct Identity to Promote Spiritual Harmony
General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) pointed out that when family members get along, as long as they talk things over and discuss matters more, there are no contradictions or differences that cannot be resolved.
"The meeting between the leaders of the Kuomintang (国民党) and the Communist Party of China (共产党) again after 10 years is of great practical significance for promoting the peaceful development of cross-strait relations." Qi Jialin (戚嘉林), Honorary Chairman of the Taiwan (台湾) Unification Alliance Party, believes that General Secretary Xi Jinping's (习近平) important speech has guided the direction of cross-strait relations. All sectors of Taiwan (台湾) society should deeply understand the importance of this meeting and seize historical opportunities.
Chi Hsin (纪欣), publisher of Taiwan's (台湾) *Observation* magazine, said that General Secretary Xi Jinping's (习近平) important speech is of far-reaching significance. General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) emphasized that "on the common political basis of adhering to the '1992 Consensus' (九二共识) and opposing 'Taiwan independence' (台独), we are willing to work with all political parties, groups, and people from all walks of life in Taiwan (台湾), including the Chinese Kuomintang (中国国民党), to strengthen exchanges and dialogue," which has a strong encouraging effect on all sectors of society on the island.
"General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) profoundly clarified the historical and legal facts that compatriots on both sides of the Strait share the same roots, the same culture, and are connected by blood, and clearly pointed out that 'different social systems are not an excuse for engaging in division.' This corrects the source and gathers consensus." Chen Yixuan (陈翊瑄), a research assistant at the Institute of Social Governance and Development of Tsinghua University (清华大学), said that as a Taiwan (台湾) youth in the mainland, she will strive to contribute to the integrated development of both sides of the Strait and join hands with mainland youth to jointly embark on a bright future of national rejuvenation.
"From jointly renovating ancient houses and planning folk activities to jointly discussing the development of rural industries, these daily interactions are a true reflection of the close ties between the two sides of the Strait." Tseng Le-fu (曾乐福), a Taiwan (台湾) youth who has long been involved in rural construction and innovation work in Fujian (福建), said that in the future, she will continue to use culture as a bond to allow more Taiwan (台湾) youth to deepen their identity in participating in the comprehensive revitalization of the countryside, promote spiritual harmony, and enhance their ambition, backbone, and confidence in being upright Chinese.
Adhere to Peaceful Development to Protect the Common Homeland
General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) pointed out that the fundamental way for compatriots on both sides of the Strait to safeguard and build this common homeland is to adhere to the "1992 Consensus" (九二共识) and oppose "Taiwan independence" (台独), and the core is to recognize that both sides of the Strait belong to one China (中国).
"After 10 years, the meeting between the leaders of the two parties still revealed true feelings and was frank and sincere, fully demonstrating the common desire, goodwill, and sincerity to expect peaceful development between the two sides of the Strait." At the press conference on the afternoon of the 10th, Hung Hsiu-chu (郑丽文) said that this confirms that the only political basis for cross-strait exchanges and dialogue is to adhere to the "1992 Consensus" (九二共识) and oppose "Taiwan independence" (台独).
"General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) stood at the height of the overall interests of the Chinese nation and emphasized that 'compatriots on both sides of the Strait belong to the Chinese nation' and 'the mainland and Taiwan (台湾) belong to one China (中国), and China (中国) is the common homeland of the Chinese nation,' and also emphasized that 'Taiwan independence' (台独) is the culprit for undermining peace in the Taiwan Strait." Liu Xiangping (刘相平), director of the Taiwan (台湾) Research Institute of Nanjing University (南京大学), believes that in the current complex and severe situation in the Taiwan Strait, General Secretary Xi Jinping's (习近平) important speech will help shape correct national identity, cultural identity, and national identity, and further consolidate the awareness of a community of shared destiny on both sides of the Strait.
"Safeguarding and building China (中国), the common homeland of the Chinese nation, and making this land more peaceful and the villagers happier is the simple expectation in the hearts of compatriots on both sides of the Strait." Lin Shu-jen (林书任), a Taiwan (台湾) youth who is rooted in the Daliang Mountains (大凉山) of Sichuan (四川) to plant olive trees, said that he hopes that compatriots on both sides of the Strait will move around more and visit each other often, understand each other and achieve each other in their struggles. "I am willing to continue to do my best to pass on goodwill through actions."
Wang Yingjin (王英津), director of the Cross-Strait Relations Research Center of Renmin University of China (中国人民大学), said that General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) regards "adhering to the '1992 Consensus' (九二共识) and opposing 'Taiwan independence' (台独)" as the foundation for "safeguarding and building this common homeland," fully demonstrating that the "1992 Consensus" (九二共识), which embodies the one-China principle, is the political foundation for the development of cross-strait relations and the anchor of stability for peace in the Taiwan Strait. The history of cross-strait relations has repeatedly proven that recognizing the "1992 Consensus" (九二共识) and adhering to the one-China principle will improve and develop cross-strait relations, and Taiwan (台湾) compatriots will benefit.
Adhere to Exchanges and Integration to Enhance People's Well-being
General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) pointed out that we will continue to uphold the concept of "both sides of the Strait are one family" and actively do practical things, good things, and solve difficult problems for Taiwan (台湾) compatriots.
Huang Ziyu (黄紫玉) is one of the earliest Taiwan (台湾) businessmen to return to the mainland to invest after the reform and opening up. "I have witnessed and participated in the development and construction of the mainland, seen the earth-shaking changes in the mainland, and felt that the mainland has always been committed to seeking peace for both sides of the Strait, seeking well-being for compatriots, and seeking rejuvenation for the nation. I will continue to invest and start businesses in the mainland and contribute to cross-strait exchanges, interactions, and integration."
"As of the end of last year, the water supply project from Fujian (福建) to Kinmen (金门) has supplied more than 46 million tons of water." Hong Jiaxing (洪佳兴), general manager of Fujian Water Investment Group Jinjin Water Supply Co., Ltd. (福建水投集团晋金供水有限公司), said that the mainland has always adhered to the concept of "both sides of the Strait are one family" and actively done practical things, good things, and solved difficult problems for Taiwan (台湾) compatriots. "We will continue to strictly guard the water quality gate, build a solid water supply defense line, and carefully protect the water use of Kinmen (金门) villagers, and will continue to use water as a bridge to enhance the kinship and well-being of compatriots on both sides of the Strait."
"General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) specifically mentioned 'welcoming Taiwan (台湾) youth to come to the mainland for exchanges and development,' which makes me feel very warm." Wu Binghong (吴炳宏), a sophomore at Jinan University (暨南大学), said, "As a Taiwan (台湾) youth studying in the mainland, I have deeply felt the care and love of the mainland for Taiwan (台湾) compatriots in recent years. The achievements in robotics, artificial intelligence, and other fields have made me deeply feel proud to be a Chinese. The world is vast and there is much to be done. I hope to work with mainland youth to write a chapter of youth together."
"Both sides of the Strait are one family, and peace, development, exchange, and cooperation are the common aspirations of compatriots on both sides of the Strait. Taiwan (台湾) businessmen should seize opportunities, strengthen their confidence in development, and strengthen cooperation and exchanges." Lai Cheng-yi (赖正镒), honorary chairman of the Taiwan (台湾) General Chamber of Commerce, who often travels back and forth between the two sides of the Strait to participate in exchanges, said.
Adhere to Unity and Struggle to Realize the Great Rejuvenation of the Chinese Nation
General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) pointed out that this year is the first year of the mainland's "15th Five-Year Plan" (十五五), and we are willing to share development opportunities and achievements with the vast number of Taiwan (台湾) compatriots and jointly strengthen the Chinese national economy.
"General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) stood at the strategic height of the overall development of the Party and the country's cause and the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation to position and develop cross-strait relations, and emphasized 'adhering to unity and struggle to realize the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation,' demonstrating the mainland's goodwill and sincerity in uniting Taiwan (台湾) compatriots and promoting spiritual harmony." Li Xizhu (李细珠), secretary-general of the Taiwan (台湾) History Research Center of the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences (中国社会科学院), said that both sides of the Strait are an inseparable community of shared destiny. This year is the 160th anniversary of the birth of Mr. Sun Yat-sen (孙中山). History shows reality. The future of Taiwan (台湾) lies in national reunification, and the well-being of Taiwan (台湾) compatriots is tied to national rejuvenation.
"I feel very excited after listening to the important speech of the General Secretary!" Wu Jiaying (吴家莹), executive vice president of the National Association of Taiwan Investment Enterprises (全国台企联) and honorary president of the Xiamen Taiwan Businessmen Association (厦门台商协会), said, "I have personally witnessed the continuous leapfrog development of the motherland. For Taiwan (台湾)-funded enterprises, this is a broad market with long-term positive prospects and full of certainty. In the future, we will continue to play a bridging role, promote more Taiwan (台湾)-funded enterprises to seize the development opportunities of the '15th Five-Year Plan' (十五五), achieve better development in participating in the Chinese-style modernization process, and inject more impetus into the integrated development of both sides of the Strait."
"This meeting further clarified the tone of consolidating mutual trust and maintaining interaction for the development of cross-strait relations." He Yicheng (何溢诚), chairman of the Taiwan (台湾) Youth Federation, said that this year is the first year of the mainland's "15th Five-Year Plan" (十五五), which will release more development opportunities. Young people on both sides of the Strait should learn from each other, learn from each other's strengths, and achieve complementary advantages and win-win results. We look forward to more Taiwan (台湾) youth seizing opportunities and realizing their dreams.
(Reporters Zhang Shuo (张烁), Jiang Lin (江琳), Ren Chengqi (任成琦), Cheng Long (程龙) of this newspaper)
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The mandatory national standard "Safety Technical Specification for Mobile Power Supplies" was released on April 3rd and will officially come into effect on April 1, 2027. With the introduction of the new national standard, can consumers continue to use the power banks they already own? What precautions should be taken when using power banks?
Why is Power Bank Safety Important?
Reader Concern: Since last year, some power banks have been prohibited from being brought on airplanes. Now, a new national standard has been introduced. Are there significant safety hazards with power banks?
Power banks have become a "standard accessory" for many people when traveling. They are not just small portable items, but "mobile energy units" closely connected to transportation such as cars, ships, and airplanes. They are related to the safety of the lives and property of a vast number of passengers, and therefore must withstand rigorous safety tests.
Last year, the Civil Aviation Administration of China (中国民航局) introduced new regulations, prohibiting passengers from carrying power banks without the China Compulsory Certification (CCC certification) mark, with unclear markings, or of recalled models or batches on domestic flights starting from June 28, 2025. This stems from frequent incidents of power banks catching fire and emitting smoke on airplanes, causing flights of multiple airlines to divert, return, or require emergency handling.
Not only on airplanes, but also incidents such as power banks exploding suddenly after being charged on a table for about 5 hours, and power banks causing fires after being charged under pillows in hotel rooms have exposed safety hazards. In 2025, the State Administration for Market Regulation (市场监管总局) urged companies to recall 1.3977 million problematic power banks.
To minimize safety hazards, the new national standard has significantly increased requirements for mobile power supply batteries, protection circuits, battery raw materials, and battery production processes. The new national standard sets out "new red lines" with multiple safety standard upgrades, builds a "firewall" for product quality, provides a "safety umbrella" for consumers, and is also conducive to the high-quality development of the industry.
What are the Changes in the New National Standard?
Reader Concern: Compared with the previous standard, what are the new requirements of the new national standard?
The new national standard clearly enhances the safety protection capabilities of mobile power supplies in abusive scenarios such as high temperature, overcharging, and squeezing, reducing safety risks from the source.
Internal battery short circuits are one of the main causes of mobile power supplies catching fire and exploding. The causes of internal short circuits are mainly external stress such as squeezing, lithium precipitation due to aging of internal electrodes, and impurities mixed in during materials and production processes. In response, the new national standard proposes new regulations: tightening squeeze test conditions, introducing needle penetration tests in consumer batteries for the first time, introducing lithium precipitation detection after 300 charge and discharge cycles, and increasing incoming material inspection and production process management.
The new national standard increases the overcharge test voltage (charging after the battery is full) to 1.3 times the charging limit voltage, requires an additional layer of protection circuit on top of the existing single-layer protection circuit design, and adds a new overvoltage disable function. The above new requirements propose solutions from three aspects: improving the inherent safety level of batteries under overcharge conditions, reducing the probability of batteries being overcharged with large voltages, and eliminating the possibility of mobile power supplies being used "with illness."
The new national standard promotes the unique coding management of products. Mobile power supplies will be marked with exclusive "ID numbers," and consumers can query important information such as the battery brand through this code.
Do Power Banks Need to be Replaced After the Transition Period?
Reader Concern: I have been using my power bank for several years and am preparing to buy a new one. The new national standard will be implemented in one year. Can the one I buy now still be used?
After the implementation of the new national standard, compliant mobile power supply products that consumers have already purchased and obtained CCC certification can continue to be held and used normally. Power banks that have passed CCC certification can still be carried on airplanes normally as long as they comply with the current relevant regulations of the Civil Aviation Administration.
There is a one-year transition period for the implementation of the new national standard. This is mainly for two purposes: first, to allow companies time for new product research and development, design, and production line adjustments, to ensure that products that meet the new standard can be put on the market in a timely and orderly manner after the standard is officially implemented; second, to allow channels and terminal distributors time to digest inventory products, avoid waste of social resources and industry fluctuations, and ensure stable market supply.
It is worth noting that collisions, severe squeezing, overcharging, etc. will increase the risk of use. Purchased power banks must avoid prolonged overcharging during use, and be used with caution if collisions or severe squeezing occur. Power banks with these conditions are not recommended to be carried on airplanes. It is best to replace old mobile power supplies with reduced safety in a timely manner.
Return to TopBeijing, April 11th (Reporter Li Xinping (李心萍)) The reporter learned from China State Railway Group Co., Ltd. (中国国家铁路集团有限公司) that in the first quarter of this year, railway construction was promoted with high quality and efficiency. The national railway completed fixed asset investment of 137.9 billion yuan, an increase of 5.1% year-on-year.
Since the beginning of this year, a number of key railway projects have made positive progress. The Xi'an-Shiyan High-speed Railway and the Xiong'an-Shangqiu High-speed Railway Shandong section have started joint commissioning and testing, and have entered the countdown to opening and operation. All bridges of the Chengdu-Chongqing Central Line High-speed Railway have been closed, all tunnels of the Anhui section of the Shanghai-Chongqing-Chengdu along the Yangtze River High-speed Railway have been connected, and the ballastless track construction of the Yunnan section of the Chongqing-Kunming High-speed Railway has been successfully promoted. The Chengdu-Dazhou-Wanzhou High-speed Railway Jialing River Extra Large Bridge, the Hefei-Chizhou Intercity Railway Chizhou Yangtze River Road-Rail Bridge, and the Shanghai-Nanjing section of the Shanghai-Chongqing-Chengdu along the Yangtze River High-speed Railway Chongtai Yangtze River Tunnel and other key projects have achieved phased results.
China State Railway Group Co., Ltd. (国铁集团) will continue to promote the construction tasks of various key railway projects determined in the "15th Five-Year Plan," scientifically coordinate construction resources, strive to create high-quality projects, and give full play to the driving role of railway construction investment.
Return to TopAccording to a report from the Ministry of Water Resources (水利部) on April 11th in Beijing (北京) (Reporter Li Xiaoqing (李晓晴)), in the first quarter, China completed 207 billion yuan in water conservancy construction investment, a year-on-year increase of 4.1%; 24,231 various water conservancy projects were implemented nationwide, of which 8,348 were newly started. 90.2 billion yuan of special local government bonds and bank loans were secured, a year-on-year increase of 28.4%; 43.4 billion yuan of social capital was secured, a year-on-year increase of 16.4%, the highest for the same period in previous years.
In the first quarter, water conservancy projects absorbed 670,000 jobs, including 545,000 rural laborers; a cumulative total of 9.1 billion yuan in wages was paid to employees. 15 major water conservancy projects, including the Tai Pu River (太浦河) Follow-up Phase I, the Yunnan (云南) Central Yunnan Water Diversion (滇中引水) Phase II Backbone Project, the Liaoning (辽宁) Liaodong Peninsula (辽东半岛) Water Resources Allocation Project, the Fujian (福建) Shangbaishi (上白石) Water Conservancy Hub, the Guangdong (广东) Leizhou Peninsula (雷州半岛) Irrigation Area, and the Anhui (安徽) Pi-Shi-Hang (淠史杭) Irrigation Area Modernization Renovation, commenced construction, 7 more than in the same period last year, with a total investment scale of 147.5 billion yuan.
Next, the Ministry of Water Resources (水利部) will make every effort to do a good job in flood and drought disaster prevention and control, and at the same time, accelerate the construction of a modern water network, and complete the annual target tasks with guaranteed quality and quantity.
Return to TopOn April 10, Chinese President Xi Jinping (习近平) sent a congratulatory letter to the commemorative meeting for the 55th anniversary of China-U.S. "Ping-Pong Diplomacy" and the launching ceremony of a series of China-U.S. youth sports exchange activities.
People from all walks of life in China and the United States said that President Xi Jinping's (习近平) congratulatory letter highly appreciates the historical and practical significance of "Ping-Pong Diplomacy" and encourages people from all walks of life in the two countries, especially the younger generation, to know and be close to each other and move forward hand in hand, injecting strong impetus and warm energy into the relations between the two countries. Under the guidance of the spirit of the congratulatory letter, we must carry forward the spirit of "Ping-Pong Diplomacy" in the new era with full enthusiasm and solid actions, and make new contributions to promoting the stable, healthy, and sustainable development of China-U.S. relations.
Drawing Wisdom and Strength from History
"Fifty-five years ago, the older generation of leaders of China and the United States, with their outstanding political wisdom and strategic vision, reopened the door to friendly exchanges between the two peoples, and achieved the historical story of 'small ball moving big ball'." The legendary story of "Ping-Pong Diplomacy" recalled by President Xi Jinping (习近平) in his congratulatory letter allowed everyone at the commemorative meeting to relive the unforgettable warm memories of more than half a century ago.
In 1971, at the 31st World Table Tennis Championships held in Japan, the handshake between U.S. team player Cohen and Chinese player Zhuang Zedong (庄则栋) became a world-renowned moment. Subsequently, the U.S. table tennis delegation was invited to visit China, breaking the ice that had isolated and confronted each other for more than 20 years, and China-U.S. relations began to ease, turn around, recover, and develop from then on.
Judy Hoarfrost, who was only 15 years old at the time, was the youngest member of the U.S. delegation. Now 70 years old, she listened to President Xi Jinping's (习近平) congratulatory letter at the scene and recalled the "ice-breaking journey" 55 years ago, still feeling excited.
"I still clearly remember the scenes of talking heart-to-heart and exchanging skills with Chinese athletes back then. That was pure friendship, a heartfelt mutual respect. As President Xi Jinping (习近平) said in his congratulatory letter, 'The foundation of China-U.S. relations is built by the people'." Judy said that the people of the two countries are full of interest in each other and eager to get closer to each other, which has achieved "Ping-Pong Diplomacy."
At the Capital Gymnasium (首都体育馆), the venue for the commemorative meeting, Judy and her teammate Connie Sweeris played a friendly match with Chinese friends again. This is where they played their first friendly match with Chinese table tennis players 55 years ago.
Hearing President Xi Jinping (习近平) send a congratulatory letter at the scene, Connie was very excited. "'Ping-Pong Diplomacy' changed my life. I always remember what my Chinese friends said at the time: 'Friendship first, competition second'." Connie said that she deeply felt that President Xi Jinping (习近平) always cares about U.S.-China relations and the friendship between the two peoples. She sincerely hopes that all sectors of the U.S. and China, especially the younger generation, can draw wisdom and strength from history, inherit the spirit of "Ping-Pong Diplomacy," and promote the steady progress of U.S.-China relations.
Promoting Mutual Understanding and Friendship Among Young People to Jointly Shape the Future
"The foundation of China-U.S. relations is built by the people, and the future depends on the youth." President Xi Jinping (习近平) encouraged people from all walks of life in the two countries, especially the younger generation, in his congratulatory letter.
"The experience of youth affects a person's life. Mutual understanding and friendship between young people in the U.S. and China can jointly shape the future of relations between the two countries." Ou Junting, Chief Representative of the Asia-Pacific Region of the University of Virginia, highly agrees with what President Xi Jinping (习近平) said in his congratulatory letter. He said that his experience studying in China 30 years ago has made him committed to promoting U.S.-China student exchanges for many years. "During this event, many young American students I contacted expressed their willingness to visit China again, because they found that the real China is more dynamic and more exciting than they imagined."
President Xi Jinping's (习近平) congratulatory letter deeply inspired Qian Mingyang (钱铭阳), a senior student at Peking University (北京大学). He, who likes American football, hit it off with American students at this event. "Although we have different majors, different skin colors, and different lifestyles, our common love allows us to transcend differences and gain friendship." Qian Mingyang (钱铭阳) said, "As young students, I want to more actively build a bridge of communication."
The opening of "Ping-Pong Diplomacy" originated from the meeting of young Chinese and American athletes. Today, the torch of China-U.S. friendship is being passed on to more young people.
In November 2023, President Xi Jinping (习近平) announced in San Francisco the initiative to "invite 50,000 American teenagers to China for exchanges and study in the next 5 years." Over the past two years, the U.S.-China Youth and Student Exchange Association, headquartered in Washington, has actively responded and has facilitated visits to China by more than 2,000 American teenagers.
"Seeing many American students go from not being able to speak a word of Chinese when they first came to China to now actively signing up to learn Chinese and looking forward to coming to China again, I sincerely feel that the effort is very meaningful." Zhuang Hanjie (庄汉杰), president of the U.S.-China Youth and Student Exchange Association, said that President Xi Jinping's (习近平) congratulatory letter has strengthened his belief that he should promote exchanges and interactions between young people in the two countries in more diverse forms and with richer activities.
Dan Stein, chairman of the Muscatine China Friendship Committee in Iowa, highly agrees with President Xi Jinping's (习近平) statement in his congratulatory letter that "the future depends on the youth." "Muscatine has a deep friendship with China, and our students are fortunate to be among the first American teenagers to participate in the '5-year 50,000' initiative." He said, "We will do our best to continue to promote young people from the two countries to move towards each other and build a solid foundation for U.S.-China friendship through youth exchanges."
Promoting People-to-People Friendship Between the Two Countries to a New Level
During the commemorative meeting, a series of China-U.S. youth sports exchange activities were officially launched. President Xi Jinping (习近平) encouraged in his congratulatory letter: "Today, young people from the two countries are renewing their 'Ping-Pong bond' and carrying out a series of sports exchange activities, which is of great significance for promoting the cause of China-U.S. friendship."
Petra Sörling, President of the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) who attended the conference, said that the ITTF is extremely proud of the milestone of "Ping-Pong Diplomacy." President Xi Jinping's (习近平) congratulatory letter inspires us not only to remember the past, but also to continue to write the future. We look forward to this commemorative event becoming an opportunity for us to create the future and convey to the younger generation the hope that working together can achieve extraordinary things.
In 2015, during his visit to the United States, President Xi Jinping (习近平) presented Lincoln High School in Tacoma with books introducing China, table tennis tables, and equipment, encouraging young people from the two countries to strengthen exchanges, enhance friendship, and continue to add bricks to the building of China-U.S. relations. Tacoma Mayor Anders Ibsen once again rushed to the gathering named "Ping-Pong" with students from Lincoln High School. He said with emotion, "Sports is not just a game, but a force that connects people across cultures, across time and space, and across oceans."
Listening to President Xi Jinping's (习近平) congratulatory letter at the scene, Delia Audry, a member of the U.S. women's flag football national team, was deeply encouraged. She said that it was sports that gave her the opportunity to forge a deep friendship with Chinese friends. "Whether it's table tennis or flag football, one thing is the same - sports is our common language. With every handshake, high-five, and smile, we are conveying positive energy," said Audry.
Lou Xinxiuan (娄昕烜), a sports education major at Capital University of Physical Education and Sports (首都体育学院), said that the spirit conveyed by "Ping-Pong Diplomacy" is not limited to table tennis. "Basketball, flag football, pickleball, and any other sports and cultural exchanges can become a bridge for communication between us."
Shen Xin (沈昕), Vice President of the Chinese People's Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries (中国人民对外友好协会), said that President Xi Jinping's (习近平) congratulatory letter has greatly encouraged people from all walks of life in China and the United States. After 55 years of trials and hardships, "Ping-Pong Diplomacy" has long surpassed the scope of sports and become a spiritual symbol of people-to-people friendship between China and the United States. Standing at a new starting point, we must inherit the spiritual core of "Ping-Pong Diplomacy," promote people-to-people friendship between the two countries to a new level, and contribute to the stable, healthy, and sustainable development of China-U.S. relations.
(Xinhua News Agency, Beijing, April 10, reporters Feng Xinran (冯歆然), Shao Yibo (邵艺博), Wan Qianyi (万倩仪))
Return to TopBy: 何塞·路易斯·森特利亚
China's policy continuity provides the international community with higher predictability. This stability, combined with innovation-driven development, gives China a unique advantage in global technology and industrial competition, and also provides new impetus for promoting global common development.
China's "15th Five-Year Plan" outlines the direction for the country's development over the next five years. From a European perspective, the signals currently being sent by China to the outside world are very clear: facing a complex international environment, China is committed to maintaining stable, healthy, and sustainable development, taking technological innovation as the core driver of development, continuously promoting institutional construction, and unswervingly expanding opening up and deepening international cooperation.
Europe pays attention to China's National People's Congress (全国人民代表大会) and other political agendas, not only because of China's large economic size, but also because China demonstrates strong development stability against the backdrop of increasing global uncertainty. This provides a realistic possibility for promoting a more just and reasonable international order, and also injects stability into the current turbulent international environment.
China's adherence to promoting modernization with long-term planning and a stable institutional system is of great reference significance to Europe. China's policy continuity provides the international community with higher predictability. This stability, combined with innovation-driven development, gives China a unique advantage in global technology and industrial competition, and also provides new impetus for promoting global common development. China is accelerating the digital and intelligent transformation of industry, and is constantly making breakthroughs in cutting-edge fields such as artificial intelligence, quantum computing, and biotechnology, which will create new opportunities for Sino-European cooperation. China continues to increase its efforts to promote green development, with rapid growth in installed renewable energy capacity, and is leading the world in energy storage technology, electric vehicles, and related industrial chains, becoming a key force in promoting the global energy transition and making important contributions to addressing climate change.
China further emphasizes the important role of expanding domestic demand in supporting high-quality economic development. A Chinese market with continuously released consumption potential means broader cooperation space, and Europe is expected to benefit from it in many fields such as food, automobiles, and high-end services. China's continuous improvement of the production and supply chain system and enhancement of the development resilience in key areas will also have a profound impact on the future global trade pattern.
In recent years, China has continued to promote the construction of the rule of law, improve administrative efficiency, and continuously improve the supervision system and social governance system. These explorations reflect that China is continuously improving the modern governance system from the institutional level, providing institutional guarantees for the long-term development of infrastructure construction, technological innovation, green transformation, and other fields.
Currently, the international situation continues to be turbulent, global multilateral mechanisms are under pressure, and geopolitical competition is intensifying. From an international political perspective, China reiterated during this year's National People's Congress (全国人民代表大会) the principles of upholding multilateralism, respecting national sovereignty, and resolving differences through equal dialogue. These positions have received widespread attention in Europe. Faced with the overlapping of global challenges, maintaining the international system with the United Nations as its core and the international order based on international law is particularly important for global stability.
China's call for Europe to strengthen its strategic autonomy has also triggered discussions in European policy circles. The European Union's (欧盟) efforts to enhance its strategic autonomy while maintaining open cooperation will help build a more balanced and stable international order. As the world moves further towards multipolarity, Europe and China are jointly contributing to maintaining global stability.
In today's world where the global landscape is undergoing profound changes, China's development is not only related to its own future and destiny, but also has an important impact on the development of Eurasia and even the world. As China charts the blueprint for future development, Europe is also thinking about its own position in the world pattern. For Europe, understanding China's development direction and deepening cooperation on the basis of mutual benefit and win-win results will help both sides jointly cope with the many challenges of the 21st century. Stability, innovation, and cooperation are precisely the common language most needed in today's world.
(Author is Chairman of the Communist Party of Spain (西班牙共产党主席))
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 邹 松
"Against the backdrop of increasing global challenges and a complex and volatile international situation, the Global Governance Initiative contributes Chinese wisdom and Chinese solutions to further strengthen and improve global governance." Farhana Paruk (法尔哈娜·帕鲁克), President of the Cape Peninsula Chamber of Commerce in South Africa, said in a recent interview with this reporter that the Global Governance Initiative aims to promote the construction of a more just and reasonable global governance system and achieve a global governance pattern of consultation, joint construction, and shared benefits, which is of great significance to the Global South countries, including African countries.
Promoting the reform of the global governance system is an inevitable trend of the times. "The existing global governance system has many imperfections and irrationalities, especially the individual Western countries that pursue unilateralism and protectionism, which have a serious impact on multilateralism, and the global governance deficit is increasingly prominent. In addition, the vast number of developing countries, including African countries, have relatively insufficient representation and voice in global governance, and their legitimate demands are difficult to be fully reflected." Paruk (帕鲁克) said that the Global Governance Initiative aims to support the United Nations in playing a central role in international affairs and help countries participate in the reform and construction of the global governance system based on the United Nations and other multilateral mechanisms. "The five core concepts of the Global Governance Initiative clarify the principles, methods, and paths that need to be followed to reform and improve global governance," said Paruk (帕鲁克).
"The Global Governance Initiative attaches importance to inclusive development, which is of great significance to the vast number of developing countries." Paruk (帕鲁克) said that the Global South countries are important participants and contributors to global governance, and the Global Governance Initiative pays attention to the legitimate needs of developing countries and supports them in playing a greater role in global governance. Paruk (帕鲁克) said: "The Global Governance Initiative injects new impetus into strengthening South-South cooperation and helps to better safeguard the legitimate rights and interests of the Global South countries."
"China is a constructive force in reforming and improving global governance and is promoting global governance in a more just and reasonable direction with practical actions." Paruk (帕鲁克) cited China-Africa cooperation as an example, saying that China actively conducts technical research and development and capacity-building cooperation with African countries, empowers Africa's sustainable development in the fields of railways, aerospace, and e-commerce, and provides opportunities for African countries to participate in global digital governance. China cooperates with Mozambique (莫桑比克) to carry out marine conservation projects to promote local marine ecological governance. Paruk (帕鲁克) said: "This type of cooperation practice breaks through the one-way model of traditional assistance and forms a virtuous circle of 'capacity building - industrial development - governance optimization', providing a scalable experience for African countries to actively participate in the reform and improvement of the global governance system."
Paruk (帕鲁克) believes that the Global Governance Initiative supports global and regional multilateral mechanisms to play a constructive role based on their own advantages and avoids any discriminatory or exclusive arrangements. "African countries can actively participate in global and regional affairs through multilateral cooperation mechanisms such as the African Union (非洲联盟), the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (中非合作论坛), and the Belt and Road Initiative (共建‘一带一路’倡议), strengthen cooperation, and oppose unilateralism and protectionism," said Paruk (帕鲁克).
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 白元琪
Clear blue sea and sky, gentle breeze caressing the face. On the coast of Sihanoukville's Kampong Som Bay in southern Cambodia, the Cambodia Sihanoukville Power Generation Project (hereinafter referred to as "Huadian Sihanoukville Project") constructed and operated by China Huadian is built by the sea. Entering the project plant area, the roads are smooth, the green plants are lined up, and the white main building is very eye-catching in the sun.
"We combine local natural conditions to plant plants that are resistant to smoke and dust, noise, salt and alkali, and heavy metals, and continue to increase the green coverage rate." Lin Chun, director of the project's Safety and Environmental Protection Department, introduced to reporters that the project regularly holds public open days, and many local residents who walk into the plant area praise: "This is simply like a seaside park!"
Behind the "park-style power station" is the continuous investment of Chinese enterprises in high environmental protection standards. The Huadian Sihanoukville Project adopts clean power generation technologies such as low-nitrogen oxide combustion technology and seawater desulfurization technology, and has successively won the "Special Contribution Award for Safety and Environmental Protection" and the "Outstanding Contribution Award for Environmental Protection" issued by the Cambodian Ministry of Environment.
Stepping into the production area, two 350,000-kilowatt generating units are in operation. "In order to ensure a stable and efficient power supply, we maintain the units at high load operation for a long time, while also reducing the wear and tear of equipment parts and throttling losses," said Lin Chun.
It is reported that the Huadian Sihanoukville Project can currently guarantee nearly 1/3 of Cambodia's power supply, effectively alleviating the pressure of local power shortages. "After the project was put into operation, the national power outages or even grid collapses that used to occur 5 to 6 times a year have become history," said Chen Jiandong, technical director of the project. Cambodia has since reversed its long-term dependence on high-priced imported electricity and achieved independent security of electricity sources.
A power station is also a place for innovative technology applications. In front of the No. 1 unit boiler, Lin Chun pointed to the 68-meter-high furnace body and introduced that in the past, boiler maintenance was a tough battle: workers needed to enter the furnace with crisscrossing pipes to build scaffolding, which was not only risky, but also required the unit to be shut down for about 10 days. "Now, the unmanned aerial vehicle automatic inspection technology allows maintenance to achieve 人不进炉，尽知其详 (rén bù jìn lú, jìn zhī qí xiáng - "people don't enter the furnace, but know everything in detail," to understand the situation thoroughly without being physically present). Through the high-definition images returned in real time, the internal condition of the boiler is clear at a glance."
Chen Jiandong introduced that the project team uses intelligent equipment to replace high-risk and high-intensity operations, and actively carries out intelligent attempts to "reduce people without reducing efficiency." For example, in order to ensure that the operation of the power generation unit, the "heart" of electricity, is foolproof, the project implements a "one-use, one-standby" configuration for important equipment such as fans, water pumps, and oil pumps. Once the main equipment fails, the intelligent system can realize "second-level" automatic switching to ensure the stable operation of the unit.
"Invisible algorithms" are showing their skills in energy-saving links. The project is equipped with 4 large circulating water pumps, which are used to extract seawater to cool the units. Sensors deployed in the seawater can transmit water temperature data in real time, and the system dynamically adjusts the operating mode of the water pumps: when the seawater temperature rises, the number of water pumps is increased, and when it decreases, the number is reduced accordingly. Chen Jiandong calculated the accounts: "Driven by artificial intelligence algorithms, the project can flexibly start the number of water pumps, and shutting down one water pump a day can save 50,000 kilowatt-hours of electricity."
In the chemical power distribution room, Bu Huoon, an electrical maintenance assistant, has just completed a round of equipment inspections. He majored in electrical engineering in college and found a job in his hometown that matched his major. "The school teaches basic knowledge, and the really complex electrical practical skills are learned here." Bu Huoon said that the project has specially arranged simulator training for local employees and conducted standardized operation drills. "Chinese companies are willing to invest in us for a long time, which makes me full of confidence in my career prospects," said Bu Huoon.
"Vigorously cultivating local talents is not only our long-term adherence to the localization strategy, but also helps to promote the mutual understanding of the people of the two countries." Liu Tongying, director of the project's corporate culture department, introduced that relying on talent cultivation projects such as "Building Dreams on the Silk Road," the project cooperates with the China Electricity Council, the Confucius Institute in Cambodia, and others to deeply cultivate "language + skills" training. As of the end of 2025, the project has 104 people who have obtained professional qualifications and 32 people who have been promoted to senior workers. This growing professional team is gradually becoming the "backbone" of the local power industry.
When Cambodian employee Su Pi saw reporters coming for an interview, she took out her mobile phone to show the zodiac paper-cutting she made when participating in this year's Spring Festival activities. She said that she has liked Chinese culture since she was a child, and later taught herself Chinese. Now she works as a government relations coordinator and translator for the project. "I am very happy to be a bridge for Cambodia-China exchanges on the project. The power stations built by Chinese companies light up the night in Cambodia and also open a window for us to understand and use modern power technology," said Su Pi.
Reporter's Notes
Seeing the Power of "Growth"
During an interview at the Huadian Sihanoukville Project site, a factory area schematic diagram that "can't keep up with the changes" aroused my curiosity. The staff introduced that because the project is constantly expanding and upgrading, the speed of map updates can't always keep up with the actual changes, and occasionally there will be situations where "the map doesn't match the text." This highlights a fact - it is responding to local development needs, continuously growing and constantly optimizing.
As a key project of China and Cambodia's high-quality joint construction of the "Belt and Road" initiative, the Huadian Sihanoukville Project not only plays a key role in helping local power supply, but also integrates green upgrades, talent cultivation and people's livelihood improvement into the entire development process, bringing significant economic and social benefits. What is particularly gratifying is that many young employees on the project graduated from vocational schools and only had access to low-voltage, small-scale electricity consumption scenarios in the past. Now, in complex systems with high voltage and high current, they are learning advanced environmental protection processes and innovative technologies, constantly updating their knowledge, broadening their horizons, and continuously improving their skills, accumulating endogenous power for Cambodia's independent development.
Stable power supply provides a solid support for industrial landing, and infrastructure construction is also accelerating. On the road leading to the project, the wooden bridge that could only be used by tricycles in the past has been replaced by a solid and flat bridge; with the gathering of industries, new villages formed around the project are becoming increasingly lively; the student aid projects promoted by China and the opportunities to study in China provide more Cambodian youth with a glimpse of their dreams.
What is exported here is not only energy, but also confidence. The project not only lights up thousands of homes, but also ignites the hope of development - making people truly see that the power of "growth" is quietly emerging on this land.
Return to TopJakarta, April 10th (People's Daily reporter Cao Shiyun (曹师韵)) - Luhut (卢胡特), Chairman of the Indonesian National Economic Committee, stated on the 10th that financial cooperation between Indonesia and China has improved trade and investment efficiency, and enhanced Indonesia's confidence and liquidity resilience in the face of external uncertainties.
Luhut (卢胡特) stated at a multilateral dialogue on strengthening local currency transaction mechanisms hosted by the Bank of China (中国银行) in Jakarta (雅加达) that the world trade pattern is changing, supply chains are being readjusted, and capital is becoming more discerning. In this environment, strengthening regional cooperation, including establishing a more credible regional financial safety net, is becoming increasingly important.
Luhut (卢胡特) pointed out that Indonesia and China renewed their bilateral local currency swap agreement in early 2025, increasing the swap quota to 400 billion yuan. Local currency settlement can reduce transaction costs, increase predictability, and reduce exposure to exchange rate fluctuations. It can also ensure that Indonesia's economic structure evolves with the changing world, ensuring that the economy has greater room for maneuver when facing uncertainty.
Yang Jun (杨军), Vice President of the Bank of China (中国银行), said that Indonesia, as the largest economy in ASEAN, plays an important role in promoting regional cooperation and local currency settlement mechanisms. The Indonesia-China local currency settlement mechanism was launched in 2021 and upgraded to a local currency transaction mechanism in 2025, expanding the scope of local currency settlement from trade and investment to all areas of the balance of payments.
Return to TopKigali, April 10 (Xinhua) (Reporter Liu Youmin (刘佑民)) The 26th Chinese medical team to Rwanda donated a batch of medical equipment to Masaka Hospital (马萨卡医院) in Rwanda on the 10th.
Gao Wenqi (高文棋), the Chinese Ambassador to Rwanda, said in his speech that this donation continues the fine tradition of Sino-Rwandan medical and health cooperation and will make a practical contribution to the health and well-being of the local people. In the past two months alone, the 26th medical team has completed more than 200 operations and treated more than 5,000 patients, bringing care and hope to the local community.
Oreste Tuganeyezu, Director of Clinical and Public Health Services at the Rwandan Ministry of Health, said that the donated supplies will effectively improve the hospital's surgical treatment capabilities and benefit every patient who comes to seek medical treatment. China's dispatch of high-level medical experts to Rwanda not only provides professional clinical services to Rwandan patients, but also trains local medical staff.
Zhang Shengmao (张生茂), the business captain of the Chinese medical team to Rwanda, said that he hopes that this batch of medical equipment can help local hospitals better carry out their work, improve the hospital's clinical diagnosis and treatment capabilities, and protect the health of more patients.
At the donation ceremony, the Chinese medical team donated equipment such as comprehensive operating beds, wheelchairs, human body scales, stainless steel fan-shaped surgical instrument tables, and surgical auxiliary lighting to the Rwandan side.
Return to TopAccording to Xinhua News Agency, Harare, April 11 (Reporter Xu Zheng (许正)) Lilongwe News: The China-aided Malawi Capital Airport M1 Highway Upgrade and Reconstruction Project was officially handed over to the Malawian government on the 10th. This project will improve traffic conditions in Lilongwe (利隆圭), the capital of Malawi, promote personnel and trade exchanges, and boost the country's economic and social development.
It is reported that the project was undertaken by Shandong Hi-Speed Road & Bridge Group Co., Ltd. (山东省路桥集团有限公司) and started construction at the end of 2021, with a total length of 9.455 kilometers. After completion, it will become an important transportation artery in Lilongwe (利隆圭).
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 孙秀艳
The medical insurance fund is the "money for seeing a doctor" and "life-saving money" of the people. The safety of the medical insurance fund is related to the healthy and sustainable development of the medical security system and the vital interests of the broad masses of people. The "Detailed Implementation Rules of the Regulations on the Supervision and Management of the Use of Medical Security Funds," which came into effect in April, make detailed provisions on the use of funds, supervision and management, and legal responsibilities. Recently, relevant officials from the National Healthcare Security Administration (国家医保局) interpreted the detailed implementation rules.
Establish Enforceable and Accountable Operating Standards
"The 'Regulations on the Supervision and Management of the Use of Medical Security Funds,' implemented in May 2021, laid a legal foundation for strengthening the supervision of medical insurance funds. Significant results have been achieved in supervision work. Medical insurance departments at all levels have recovered approximately 120 billion yuan of medical insurance funds through agreement processing and administrative penalties. Intelligent supervision has recovered 9.5 billion yuan in fund losses, initially reversing the passive situation of 'lax and soft' supervision of medical insurance funds." Huang Huabo (黄华波), Deputy Director of the National Healthcare Security Administration (国家医保局), said that supervision work still faces some challenges. The rights and responsibilities of all parties need to be further clarified, the identification of illegal acts needs to be further refined, and new situations in the reform need to be further clarified.
Regarding the identification of illegal acts, the subjective intention of "aiming to defraud medical insurance funds" is difficult to directly obtain evidence. Concepts such as "refusing to cooperate with investigations" and "inducing others to falsely seek medical treatment and purchase drugs under someone else's name" need to be evaluated with unified standards and enforcement scales as much as possible. Some recently exposed cases of inducing hospitalization and fraudulently obtaining maternity subsidies through the entire chain have placed new demands on the identification of illegal acts.
With the deepening of payment method reforms, issues such as the relationship between illegal amounts and fund losses, the determination of losses under DRG (Diagnosis Related Groups)/DIP (Diagnosis-Intervention Packet) payment, and the calculation methods and timing urgently need to be addressed at the legal system level. Some medical institutions "overcharge" for disease groups by tampering with case typing and falsely increasing diagnostic complexity. How to identify and punish such situations needs to be further clarified based on the original rules. The regulatory basis for weak areas such as long-term care insurance, maternity subsidies, medical assistance, and drug and consumable traceability codes also urgently needs to be clarified.
"The purpose of formulating detailed implementation rules is to further clear the 'last mile' of medical insurance fund supervision," Huang Huabo (黄华波) said. The detailed implementation rules transform the framework and principled provisions of the regulations into enforceable and accountable operating standards, providing a more operational legal basis for fund supervision work.
Focus on Cracking Down on Problems Such as Resale of "Returned Drugs"
There are various illegal and irregular behaviors involving medical insurance funds. Which ones are considered violations, and which ones are suspected of fraud and insurance fraud? Different natures determine the severity of the punishment. Drawing a red line against fraudulent insurance fraud is of great significance.
Gu Rong (顾荣), Director of the Fund Supervision Department of the National Healthcare Security Administration (国家医保局), said that the detailed implementation rules refine typical and prominent problems encountered in supervision, providing a more powerful legal weapon for severely cracking down on fraudulent insurance fraud.
Focus on cracking down on insurance fraud problems using methods such as "car pick-up and drop-off, reduced or free expenses, giving benefits, and giving rice, flour, and oil." The detailed rules stipulate that if designated medical institutions induce or guide others to falsely seek medical treatment or purchase drugs under someone else's name through persuasion, false advertising, irregular reduction or exemption of expenses, or providing additional property (services), it can be identified as fraudulent insurance fraud. If an individual participates in the illegal activities organized by others knowing that they are engaging in fraudulent insurance fraud, and accepts gifts, reduced or free expenses, or additional services, they can be punished as fraudulent insurance fraud.
Focus on cracking down on problems such as the resale of "returned drugs." The detailed implementation rules stipulate that if designated medical institutions organize others to use medical insurance fraud to purchase drugs and medical consumables, and then illegally purchase and sell them, it can be identified as fraudulent insurance fraud.
If designated medical institutions and their staff members knowingly provide assistance to others who falsely seek medical treatment or purchase drugs under someone else's name for the purpose of insurance fraud, it can be identified as fraudulent insurance fraud. Gu Rong (顾荣) said that in supervision, it was found that some drug dealers were taking more than a dozen medical security vouchers to a hospital to prescribe drugs, and the medical staff did not verify any identity information or entrustment procedures, and directly cooperated in prescribing drugs, which belongs to "assisting others to falsely seek medical treatment or purchase drugs under someone else's name" and can be identified as insurance fraud.
For drug dealers and other professional insurance fraudsters, the detailed implementation rules stipulate that if an individual purchases and sells medical insurance drugs to unspecified trading partners for a long time or multiple times, it can be identified as having the purpose of insurance fraud.
For insured individuals, the detailed implementation rules stipulate that reselling drugs, medical consumables, and medical service items that have been paid for by the medical insurance fund can be identified as reselling drugs. If an individual purchases and resells drugs, medical consumables, and medical service items beyond the reasonable quantity and scope required for treating the disease during the period of enjoying medical insurance benefits, it can be identified as having the purpose of insurance fraud. In addition, the detailed implementation rules clarify that drug traceability codes can be used as evidence for law enforcement by medical insurance departments.
The detailed implementation rules also refine common situations related to individual insurance fraud, including fraudulently obtaining medical insurance benefits through forgery, renting or lending one's own medical security voucher and illegally profiting from it, falsely enjoying medical insurance benefits, and repeatedly enjoying benefits. It is clarified that if an individual uses medical service receipts and prescriptions issued by other insured individuals from designated medical institutions to seek medical treatment and purchase drugs, and actually enjoys medical insurance benefits, it can be identified as having the purpose of insurance fraud.
The determination of subjective intent in fraudulent insurance fraud involves both the compliance and effectiveness of regulatory law enforcement and the protection of the vital interests of insured individuals. It is a key and difficult point in fund supervision and law enforcement work. Jiang Chengjia (蒋成嘉), Director of the Planning, Finance and Regulations Department of the National Healthcare Security Administration (国家医保局), said that the detailed implementation rules make clear provisions on the rules for determining subjective intent in fraudulent insurance fraud: adhering to the principle of "objective behavior presumption," clarifying the burden of proof in accordance with the law; refining the specific circumstances of insurance fraud behavior, and setting up a prohibited area for illegal objective behavior.
Implement Credit Management for Designated Medical Institutions and Insured Individuals
Gu Rong (顾荣) said that in the practice of supervision work in recent years, medical insurance departments have adopted a classified disposal method for general illegal and irregular problems while severely cracking down on fraudulent insurance fraud problems, achieving good practical results. In the process of formulating the detailed implementation rules, relevant clauses were further clarified and refined in accordance with the relevant principled provisions of the Administrative Penalty Law and in combination with the actual situation of medical insurance work.
Gu Rong (顾荣) said that in addition to clarifying that the administrative penalties implemented by medical insurance departments should be commensurate with the facts, nature, circumstances, harmful consequences, and degree of subjective fault of the illegal acts, the applicable standards for minor non-punishment are also clarified - administrative penalties will not be imposed for minor illegal acts that are corrected in a timely manner and do not cause harmful consequences. At the same time, the handling method of first-time violations and prudent penalties is clarified, that is, administrative penalties may not be imposed for first-time violations that have minor harmful consequences and are corrected in a timely manner.
Credit management is an important part of the medical insurance fund supervision system. Through a scientific and reasonable credit evaluation mechanism and an incentive and restraint mechanism that emphasizes both rewards and punishments, it can effectively guide all types of entities to use medical insurance funds legally and reasonably and improve supervision effectiveness. Gu Rong (顾荣) said that in recent years, the National Healthcare Security Administration (国家医保局) has been promoting the establishment of a medical insurance credit management mechanism by category according to the characteristics of different entities. Starting in 2025, a medical insurance payment qualification management system for relevant personnel of designated medical institutions will be fully implemented. Through the "driver's license-style scoring" method, hierarchical and classified management will be implemented for relevant responsible persons of designated medical institutions. Since the implementation of the system, a batch of medical insurance payment qualifications have been suspended, and a batch of illegal and irregular personnel have been scored. It not only severely punishes fraudulent insurance fraud and other behaviors with bad nature, but also scores and reminds general illegal and irregular behaviors, achieving the effect of punishing a very small number and educating the majority.
For insured individuals, the detailed implementation rules stipulate that a hierarchical and classified credit management mechanism for insured individuals who illegally use medical insurance funds shall be established. According to the illegal circumstances of insured individuals, measures such as legal education, compliance commitments, strengthening review and verification, restricting designated scope, strengthening intelligent reminders, and publicizing illegal and irregular information can be taken.
Return to TopThe People's Daily (本报) Beijing (北京), April 11th (Reporter Li Xinping (李心萍)) - The reporter learned from China State Railway Group Co., Ltd. (中国国家铁路集团有限公司): The national railway implemented a new freight train operation diagram from 18:00 on April 10th, further improving the Chinese railway logistics product system.
Optimize intercity train products. In the second quarter, 8 express intercity trains with a maximum speed of 160 kilometers per hour, 53 fast intercity trains with a maximum speed of 120 kilometers per hour, and 87 regular intercity trains with a maximum speed of 80 kilometers per hour are scheduled to operate. Among them, 8 fast intercity trains are newly added in the directions of Changchun North (长春北) to Qiaosi (乔司), Qiaosi (乔司) to Tuanjie Village (团结村), and Wuhu East (芜湖东) to Korla (库尔勒), and 6 regular intercity trains are newly added in the directions of Erenhot (二连) to Houma North (侯马北), Mianxian West (勉西) to Chengdu North (成都北), and Qiaosi (乔司) to Longchuan North (龙川北). Five cotton trains are scheduled to operate.
Optimize multimodal transport train products. In the second quarter, 81 fast multimodal transport trains with a maximum speed of 120 kilometers per hour and 121 regular multimodal transport trains with a maximum speed of 80 kilometers per hour are scheduled to operate. Continue to operate fast logistics demonstration trains between major economic regions such as Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei (京津冀), the Yangtze River Delta (长三角), the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (粤港澳大湾区), and Chengdu-Chongqing (成渝), and implement online public booking; 13 fast multimodal transport trains are newly added in the directions of Chifeng South (赤峰南) to Nancang (南仓), Shijiazhuang South (石家庄南) to Guangzhou International Port (广州国际港), and Chengxiang (城厢) to Wangjiaying West (王家营西); 16 regular multimodal transport trains are newly added in the directions of Luohe East (漯河东) to Tongchengzha (铜城闸), Xiangyang North (襄阳北) to Jingbian East (靖边东), and Wanzhou (万州) to Urumqi West (乌西).
Optimize bulk direct cargo transport products. 420 bulk direct cargo trains are scheduled to operate across railway bureau group companies. Transportation capacity is tilted and priority is given to key national economy and people's livelihood materials such as power coal, grain, and spring plowing fertilizers. Strengthen the overall planning of cross-regional railway logistics services for bulk cargo, and promote "road-to-rail" transportation of bulk cargo such as coal and smelting materials.
Optimize China-Europe and China-Central Asia train products. In the second quarter, 93 fixed routes for China-Europe trains are scheduled, including 22 China-Europe trains with full-time schedules at home and abroad every week. 62 fixed routes for China-Central Asia trains are scheduled, and 1 China-Central Asia train is newly added from Beijing (北京), Tianjin (天津), and Zhangjiakou (张家口) via Alashankou (阿拉山口). Actively expand diversified overseas channels, increase the organization of trans-Caspian Sea train transportation, realize the opening of trans-Caspian Sea trains at Khorgos (霍尔果斯) and Alashankou (阿拉山口) dual ports, and test the opening of China-Europe train routes via St. Petersburg (圣彼得堡), Russia, across the Baltic Sea.
Return to TopThis newspaper's Beijing (北京) dispatch on April 11th (Reporter Zhao Zhanhui (赵展慧)) To promote the implementation of the latest revised "Corporate Governance Code for Listed Companies" and other institutional rules, and to build a solid first line of defense against financial fraud, the China Securities Regulatory Commission (证监会) has launched a special corporate governance campaign starting in April. The goal is to leverage the capital market to improve corporate governance, form a good ecosystem in which all parties actively perform their duties and check each other, and help companies make scientific decisions.
The governance campaign focuses on eight aspects. First, improve the ability of board secretaries to perform their duties. Formulate and issue the "Supervisory Rules for Board Secretaries of Listed Companies." Urge companies with long-term vacancies of board secretaries to appoint them in a timely manner, and replace those who do not meet the requirements in accordance with the law. Second, support third-party nomination of independent directors. Support the China Securities Investor Services Center (投服中心) to publicly nominate through public solicitation and joint rights exercise, and encourage public fund managers to participate. Third, support special verification by the audit committee. Focus on non-standard matters in annual report and internal control audits, financial doubts, and other issues. Fourth, urge fraudulent companies to recover excessively distributed performance-based compensation for senior executives. Urge listed companies to improve their internal compensation management systems. For listed companies that commit financial fraud and whose compensation is linked to performance, urge them to recover the overpaid executive compensation corresponding to the false performance. Fifth, urge major shareholders to return misappropriated funds. While severely punishing them, support the board of directors, audit committee, and other important shareholders to pursue civil compensation and actively safeguard the company's interests. Sixth, support the China Securities Investor Services Center (投服中心) to exercise its shareholder rights. Seventh, guide qualified listed companies to strengthen the integration of business and financial systems. Eighth, organize training on the "Corporate Governance Code for Listed Companies."
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 李凯旋
"Can I lift hundreds of kilograms of rice seedlings? Do you believe it?" This spring plowing season, Li Zhuoheng (李卓恒), a grower in Xindu District (新都区), Chengdu (成都), Sichuan (四川), "bragged" to everyone he met.
When did 48-year-old Li Zhuoheng become a strongman? The villagers were curious.
He pointed to the small square box that "grew legs" behind him, "It all depends on this 'helper'."
The inconspicuous small square box is an intelligent following-carrying robot, which is mostly used in factories but rarely seen in fields. Li Zhuoheng put stacks of seedling trays and farm tools on it, connected it to the electronic bracelet on his wrist, and with a wave of his hand, the robot equipped with a four-wheel steering system began to follow automatically.
"The soil in the field is soft, and there are gravels, but its 'foot strength' is very good." The sensor and algorithm command obstacle crossing, and the "helper" closely follows Li Zhuoheng all the way, steadily delivering the seedling trays to the seedling field.
Li Zhuoheng planted 600 mu of rice in the Daocai Modern Agricultural Park (稻菜现代农业园区) in Xindu District (新都区). "The robot is a great help." Li Zhuoheng uses it smoothly. A covered seedling tray weighs more than ten kilograms, and the carrying robot can carry 400 kilograms and last for 6 hours. "This year's seedling cultivation is enough with 5 workers plus 5 robots."
Debugging the machine, preparing seeds and substrate soil, tidying up the seedling field... Recently, Li Zhuoheng has been focusing on seedling cultivation, and has somewhat "neglected" the 300 mu of winter wheat and various vegetables he planted. "Don't worry, there are also robots to manage the fields." He slides his mobile phone screen, and information such as field seedling conditions and pest conditions is clearly visible.
In the wheat field, the intelligent inspection robot works along the field: the head is equipped with a camera and searchlight, forming "eyes"; the chest is a radar, receiving navigation information; the wide and fat "body" also hides a data analysis system, an energy storage system, etc. With four wheels turning, it automatically patrols the field around the clock.
Comparing eyesight, Li Zhuoheng didn't notice the slight yellowing of the wheat a few days ago, but the robot discovered and warned in advance; in terms of experience, after the robot photographed the insects, the background system analyzed the types and generated targeted prevention and control plans, with an accuracy rate of more than 90%. "It's really catching up with the 'old hands'." Li Zhuoheng said with a smile, "This year, I plan to 'sneakily slack off' in farming and hand over the task of monitoring seedling growth to it."
How did the robot come to Li Zhuoheng's field? Less than two kilometers away, Chengdu Xindu Green Control Agricultural Service Co., Ltd. (成都市新都绿控农业服务有限公司), also in the modern agricultural park, is the robot's "seedling field."
Green Control Agriculture (绿控农业) has been deeply involved in green prevention and control technology for plant diseases and insect pests for many years, and began to transform and tackle agricultural robots in 2024. "Lao Li (老李), are you worried about handing over your field to us for inspection?" Last year, Wang Kang (王康), deputy general manager of the company, came to the door and extended an invitation: robot research and development upgrades require application scenarios, and they are willing to provide free services to farmers.
"There are drones in the sky and agricultural monitoring stations in the ground, what else can this robot do?" Li Zhuoheng had questions. The question mark was quickly straightened into an exclamation point: the robot entered the field and became a mobile, thinking monitoring station, which not only collects less information dead ends and has higher accuracy, but also has more intelligent agricultural analysis.
Although new things are good, in Li Zhuoheng's view, there are also many "drawbacks": insufficient battery life, often "paralyzed" on the road of field inspection; poor obstacle avoidance ability and stability, and can only wait for someone to help it up when it falls. Green Control Agriculture (绿控农业) "listened to advice", analyzed data, tested and improved, added automatic charging function, and developed a crawler model that can go to the field, completing 3 iterations in 8 months.
These two days, the seedling work has been arranged properly, and Li Zhuoheng thought of taking a trip to Green Control Agriculture (绿控农业) to place an order for the robot and take it home. "It's hard work to do farm work. Taking the carrying robot as an example, the workload of one unit is equivalent to 3 people, which alleviates the employment problem, and it can also be used for storage and transportation of agricultural products. The field inspection robot can help me save at least 1/3 of the management energy." Li Zhuoheng has a clear understanding of the economic benefits.
Moreover, since the robot entered the field, more villagers and merchants have come to visit Li Zhuoheng's land. This year, he has newly received seedling business for 2,000 mu of rice from surrounding farmers, and the number of members of his own order agriculture is also increasing. "Farmers seek innovation and progress, and can win the market." Li Zhuoheng said with a smile, "I owe this 'reputation account' to the robot."
The novelty of robots becoming "helpers" in farmland has spread throughout the surrounding villages, and many growers want to "try it out." However, a field inspection robot costs 120,000 to 150,000 yuan, and a carrying robot costs about 100,000 yuan, which is equivalent to the price of a small tractor. Most people are still just watching. "The robot industry is developing rapidly, and relevant incentive policies have not had time to keep up. Without subsidy support, robots are indeed a bit expensive for ordinary growers." Wang Kang (王康) admitted frankly.
How to make more people afford and use robot "helpers"? Green Control Agriculture (绿控农业) is trying to lease instead of sell in Xindu District (新都区): renting various robots to growers for 1 yuan per mu. "Exploring various business methods is not only to maintain the development of the enterprise, but also to promote robots." Wang Kang (王康) is confident, "Based on wider applications and feedback, we will use technology upgrades to control costs, and the price of robots will gradually decrease in the future."
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 原韬雄 刘军国
"The Grand Canal culture is an important part of China's outstanding traditional culture. Efforts should be made in protection, inheritance, and utilization to rejuvenate the ancient Grand Canal with a new look of the times."
——September 20, 2023, Xi Jinping (习近平) emphasized during his inspection in Zhejiang (浙江).
Connecting the north and south, reflecting the past and present, the Grand Canal is gentle and dynamic.
Regarding the protection, inheritance, and utilization of the Grand Canal, General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) has always kept it in mind: "The Grand Canal is a valuable heritage left to us by our ancestors, it is a flowing culture, and it must be protected, inherited, and utilized in a coordinated manner." "I hope everyone will jointly protect the Grand Canal so that the canal will always benefit the people."
The millennium-old waterway flows leisurely, rejuvenating with a new look in the new era, and continuing to write a new chapter of harmonious coexistence between humans and nature.
The rejuvenation of the Grand Canal reflects changes in concepts and the effectiveness of collaboration.
In Tongzhou (通州), Beijing (北京), in the Grand Canal Forest Park (大运河森林公园), tourists boat on the river and stroll through the forest.
"It feels so good to look at!" Li Jianguo (李建国) is a former old worker at a chemical plant by the Grand Canal. He often comes to the park for a walk in recent years. "In the past, industrial wastewater affected the water quality, and we had to hold our noses when we passed by."
Today, the old factory site has become a green heart of the city, and an "underwater forest" has grown at the bottom of the canal. Pollution control, water replenishment, and greening are used to solve ecological problems with ecological methods.
In February 2017, at the Grand Canal Forest Park (北京大运河森林公园) in Beijing (北京), Xi Jinping (习近平) emphasized that "protecting the Grand Canal is the common responsibility of all regions along the canal."
The "Grand Canal Cultural Protection, Inheritance and Utilization Plan Outline" (《大运河文化保护传承利用规划纲要》) and the "Grand Canal National Cultural Park Construction and Protection Plan" (《大运河国家文化公园建设保护规划》) have been successively introduced. Through coordinated protection, all regions along the route work together and vigorously implement them.
Along the Grand Canal, the "River Chief System" (河长制) is fully covered; since 2022, Beijing (北京), Tianjin (天津), Hebei (河北), and Shandong (山东) have jointly implemented water replenishment actions, and the Grand Canal, which had been cut off for a hundred years, has achieved continuous water flow throughout the entire line for many years; Hangzhou (杭州), Zhejiang (浙江), has developed the "Digital Intelligence Canal - Grand Canal (Hangzhou Section) World Cultural Heritage Digital Intelligence Management System" ( “数智运河——大运河（杭州段）世界文化遗产数智管理系统”), to strengthen systematic protection and unified supervision... With clear water, green banks, and thriving industries, the grand scene of the Grand Canal is reappearing.
The timeless Grand Canal carries the charm of history and the pulse of civilization.
On the banks of the Grand Canal, in the Qiaoxi (桥西) historical and cultural block in Hangzhou (杭州), making an oiled paper umbrella and dyeing a "crossing-the-river cloth" (过江布), intangible cultural heritage skills are actively inherited, touchable, and experienceable. The canal people who were born and raised here live by the river and enjoy a comfortable life.
In September 2023, during his inspection in Zhejiang (浙江), Xi Jinping (习近平) emphasized: "The Grand Canal culture is an important part of China's outstanding traditional culture. Efforts should be made in protection, inheritance, and utilization to rejuvenate the ancient Grand Canal with a new look of the times."
Protection, inheritance, and utilization are written in detail.
In the Hangzhou (杭州) section of the Grand Canal, the Xiaohe Oil Depot (小河油库) is a local "representative of old industry" and an important witness to the changes of the Grand Canal. In 2019, the Xiaohe Oil Depot (小河油库) was completely closed, renovated, and has now been transformed into Xiaohe Park (小河公园).
"Activating and utilizing industrial heritage, inheriting canal culture, and also providing new living spaces for citizens," said Song Sihao (宋偲皓), who participated in the planning and construction of Xiaohe Park (小河公园). Xiaohe Park (小河公园) connects the three major historical and cultural blocks along the canal, where contemporary art, living needs, and historical memories blend together.
The water vein never stops, and the cultural vein never ends. The Grand Canal has more than 1,200 relics of various levels and types, such as river channels, ancient buildings, ancient ruins, and stone carvings, as well as 368 important representative relics such as hydraulic facilities, and its glory continues forever.
The vibrant Grand Canal facilitates transportation and benefits the people.
In November 2020, during his inspection in Jiangsu (江苏), Xi Jinping (习近平) pointed out: "For thousands of years, the canal has nurtured the cities and people on both sides, and it is a river of prosperity and happiness for the people on both sides of the canal."
Intelligent equipment, smart scheduling, river channel renovation, and capacity improvement... The Grand Canal in the new era is full of vigor and is continuously benefiting the cities and people along the route.
Without being near the river or the sea, Jining (济宁), Shandong (山东), relies on the convenience of the Grand Canal to build Liangshan Port (梁山港). With multimodal transport of highway, railway, and waterway, logistics and transportation are smoother and more economical. The Xiaoqing River (小清河), which flows into the Bohai Sea (渤海), has resumed navigation after more than 20 years, forming an efficient inland waterway transportation network with the Grand Canal, bringing greater development opportunities to many regions, including Jining (济宁).
The second channel of the Beijing-Hangzhou Canal (京杭运河) in Hangzhou (杭州) and the "three-to-two" project of the Beijing-Hangzhou Canal (京杭运河) in the southern Jiangsu (苏南) section promote the increasing vitality of shipping; the South-to-North Water Diversion Project (南水北调工程) uses the Grand Canal to allocate water resources on the land of China... Integrating the wisdom of ancestors and modern technology, the Grand Canal "strengthens its muscles and bones" and adds more color to the times.
The "15th Five-Year Plan" ( “十五五”规划纲要) proposes to "inherit and promote outstanding Chinese traditional culture, so that people can enjoy a higher quality of cultural life." People on both sides of the canal have new expectations.
Water nourishes all things, and life never ceases. The millennium-old canal is in its prime, surging towards the future.
(Our reporter Wang Haonan (王昊男) and Li Rui (李蕊) participated in the writing)
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 廖文根 付 文
"Accelerate efforts to address the shortcomings in urban sewage collection and treatment facilities, implement in-situ treatment of endogenous pollution and ecological restoration, and basically eliminate urban and rural black and odorous water bodies while establishing a long-term mechanism."
——July 17, 2023, Xi Jinping (习近平) emphasized at the National Ecological and Environmental Protection Conference
Urban black and odorous water bodies are prominent ecological and environmental problems around the masses, and they are troublesome and vexing matters for the masses.
General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) emphasized: "We must deeply fight the tough battle against pollution prevention and control, focus on tackling prominent ecological and environmental problems around the people, and let the people truly feel the improvement of ecological and environmental quality." The "15th Five-Year Plan" proposes: "Deeply fight the battles to defend blue skies, clear waters, and pure land."
The Pudong River Water Park (浦东河水上公园) in Jin'an District (晋安区), Fuzhou (福州), Fujian (福建) is rippling with blue waves, unfolding a warm picture of people's livelihood: on the water, egrets occasionally skim over; on the shore, flowers are in full bloom; under the pavilion, citizens laugh and talk.
Lin Shijie (林世杰), a resident of a nearby community, recalled that in the past, sewage was discharged directly into the river, illegal buildings occupied the river channel, and coupled with the lack of external water source replenishment, the entire Pudong River (浦东河) had a pungent odor.
Focusing on the demands of people's livelihood, Jin'an District (晋安区) coordinated the management of water resources, water environment, and water ecology, and made great efforts to demolish illegal buildings and relocate residents, dredge and desilt, and construct and renovate sewage interception pipe networks.
The past "dirty, smelly, and chaotic" has become "clean, green, and beautiful" today, and the change has not been easy. "Including the Pudong River (浦东河), we have comprehensively managed 28 inland river systems, demolished approximately 1 million square meters of buildings along the rivers, newly built 68.4 kilometers of sewage interception pipes, and removed 660,000 cubic meters of silt," introduced Li Zhaofeng (李兆峰), Director of the Urban and Rural Construction Bureau of Jin'an District (晋安区城乡建设局).
As the construction of a beautiful China continues to advance, the people's expectations for the quality of the ecological environment are even higher. General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) pointed out: "We must adhere to precise pollution control, scientific pollution control, and law-based pollution control, maintain strength, extend depth, and expand breadth, deeply promote environmental pollution prevention and control, and continuously improve the quality of the ecological environment."
Top-level design, meticulous deployment.
The "Opinions of the CPC Central Committee and the State Council on Deeply Fighting the Tough Battle Against Pollution Prevention and Control," issued in 2021, proposed, "Coordinate the upstream and downstream, left and right banks, main streams and tributaries, cities and villages, and systematically promote the treatment of urban black and odorous water bodies" and "Consolidate the effectiveness of urban black and odorous water body treatment and establish a long-term mechanism to prevent recurrence of blackening and odor."
The Ministry of Ecology and Environment (生态环境部), the Ministry of Housing and Urban-Rural Development (住房和城乡建设部) and other relevant departments have established a collaborative mechanism, and documents such as the "Notice on Further Strengthening the Environmental Protection Work of Black and Odorous Water Body Remediation" and the "Implementation Plan for Deeply Fighting the Tough Battle Against Urban Black and Odorous Water Body Treatment" have been issued, further expanding the scope of black and odorous water body treatment.
Improve the mechanism, implement precise policies.
The problem of black and odorous water bodies lies in the water, but the root cause is on the shore. Various regions have improved the river basin management system, cross-regional management coordination mechanism, and the river chief and lake chief system organization system, and strengthened the protection and restoration of water ecology in the river basin.
In Yuefeng Town (岳峰镇), Jin'an District (晋安区), the Zhuyu River (竹屿河) is crystal clear. This river, with a total length of less than 400 meters, is now guarded 24 hours a day. "We both watch the monitoring and walk the site to solve problems that may cause pollution in a timely manner," said Chen Yun (陈云), Operations Manager of Qingkong Habitat (Fuzhou) Water Environment Technology Co., Ltd. (清控人居（福州）水环境科技有限公司), which is responsible for the treatment of black and odorous water bodies in the Zhuyu River (竹屿河). The company has built a new sewage treatment station near the Zhuyu River (竹屿河) to collect and treat domestic sewage from surrounding residents.
Fuzhou (福州) promotes a "dual river chief system" of government river chiefs and enterprise river chiefs, and Chen Yun (陈云) is the "enterprise river chief" of the Zhuyu River (竹屿河). When Chen Yun (陈云) encounters problems that cannot be solved, he hands them over to Jiang Chaoqing (江朝清), the "government river chief" of the Zhuyu River (竹屿河) and Deputy Mayor of Yuefeng Town (岳峰镇), for coordination and resolution.
Consolidate responsibilities, maintain regularity and long-term effectiveness.
In order to continuously consolidate the effectiveness of urban black and odorous water body treatment, the Fujian Provincial Department of Housing and Urban-Rural Development (福建省住房和城乡建设厅) organized a third-party team to conduct regular inspections of the treated urban black and odorous water bodies, identify problems and form a list, and send letters to remind local governments and competent departments. As of now, all 29 black and odorous water bodies within the built-up areas of county-level cities in Fujian Province (福建省) have been remediated.
Establish and improve a mechanism to prevent recurrence of blackening and odor, and promote the long-term cleanliness of "stinky ditches." Looking at the whole country, by the end of 2025, more than 3,000 black and odorous water bodies in prefecture-level and above cities will be basically eliminated, the effectiveness of treatment will be further consolidated and improved, the task of basically eliminating black and odorous water bodies in county-level cities will be completed, and the treatment rate of large areas of rural black and odorous water bodies will reach more than 98%.
One by one, black and odorous water bodies are gradually eliminated, and rivers reappear with fish swimming in the shallows. Continuing to deeply fight the tough battle against pollution prevention and control, promoting high-quality development and creating a high-quality life with high-level protection, the beautiful Chinese picture of bluer skies, greener mountains, clearer waters, and a more beautiful environment will surely be more colorful.
Return to TopOn April 11th, the first generator rotor of the Lawa Hydropower Station on the Jinsha River (金沙江) main stream was successfully hoisted, marking the entry of the unit into the final assembly sprint stage.
The first batch of units at the Lawa Hydropower Station is planned to be ready for power generation by the end of the year. After the full capacity of the power station is put into operation, the average annual power generation will be 9 billion kilowatt-hours, which can save about 2.77 million tons of standard coal and reduce carbon dioxide emissions by 7.41 million tons every year, which will effectively support the construction of the integrated water, wind, and solar pilot base and the transmission of clean energy.
The Lawa Hydropower Station is located at the junction of Batang County (巴塘县), Sichuan Province (四川省), and Markam County (芒康县), Tibet Autonomous Region (西藏自治区). It is an important part of the Jinsha River (金沙江) upstream integrated water, wind, and solar base, which is a key construction project in the country's "Fifteenth Five-Year Plan," with a total installed capacity of 2 million kilowatts. The first unit rotor hoisted this time has a diameter of 13.43 meters, a height of 3.10 meters, and a total weight of about 1007 tons. It is the heaviest component of the Lawa Hydropower Station unit.
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 靳 博 窦瀚洋 杨颜菲
The "15th Five-Year Plan"纲要 proposes to "deeply promote the construction of a rule-of-law society." At present, China has basically achieved full coverage of "legal明白人" in every administrative village. As an important force in grassroots rule-of-law construction, "legal明白人" are playing an increasingly broad role. In recent years, many places have actively promoted the training of "legal明白人," and the scope of training has gradually extended to schools, businesses, new employment groups, and other fields, effectively expanding the coverage of rule-of-law services, further meeting the diverse legal needs of the masses, and injecting vitality into the construction of a rule-of-law society.
——Editor
Sowing the Seeds of the Rule of Law on Campus
"The newly revised Public Security Administration Punishment Law, which came into effect on January 1 this year, has several revisions involving adolescents. Everyone must recognize the seriousness of the law and consciously be law-abiding citizens." In Binhai New Area (滨海新区), Tianjin (天津), the junior high school of Tianjin Normal University Binhai Affiliated School (天津师范大学滨海附属学校) organized legal education, and Guan Shuluan (关淑鸾), the deputy director of moral education of the junior high school and the campus "legal明白人," interpreted the newly revised Public Security Administration Punishment Law for the students.
"Now the school has 74 classes and more than 200 teachers. There are a total of 3 campus 'legal明白人.' We participate in all aspects of campus governance involving laws and regulations, from formulating and revising school rules to mediating conflicts between students," said Guan Shuluan. In recent days, she has been working with colleagues to study the school's contract with the study tour organizer. "The contract must take into account safety responsibilities, medical responsibilities, and emergency plans, and put them on paper."
"Campus 'legal明白人' are the link between on-campus and off-campus rule-of-law forces," said Qian Jie (钱杰), a third-level chief staff member of the Binhai New Area Education and Sports Bureau (滨海新区教体局). In order to further deepen campus rule-of-law construction, the Binhai New Area Education and Sports Bureau and the District Justice Bureau jointly launched the campus "legal明白人" excavation and training project. "The starting point of this project is to sow the seeds of the rule of law on campus and cultivate a professional backbone team that can take root on campus for a long time, be active in the front line of popularizing the law, and serve the rule of law in schools," Qian Jie introduced.
According to reports, Binhai New Area has built a closed-loop mechanism of "selection-training-performance-linkage." According to the procedures of individual application, school recommendation, and district-level review, and based on the standards of "excellent political quality, solid legal foundation, strong sense of responsibility, and outstanding communication skills," more than 600 "legal明白人" are selected from the management backbone and ideological and political teachers of various schools, achieving full coverage of all 194 primary and secondary schools and secondary vocational schools in the district.
In order to further enhance the ability of campus "legal明白人" to solve practical problems, Binhai New Area has established a training system covering theory, practice, and training. "The District Education and Sports Bureau organizes legal training every year to explain legal knowledge, real cases, and conflict mediation skills to improve our legal literacy and practical ability," Guan Shuluan introduced.
"In the popularization of law, we have innovatively launched campus mock courts, legal knowledge闯关赛 and other activities," introduced Liu Meiyan (刘美艳), secretary of the Party General Branch of Tianjin Normal University Binhai Affiliated School. "The campus 'legal明白人' excavation and training project has increased the participation and legal awareness of teachers and students, and the success rate of resolving conflicts between families and schools has been significantly improved."
Qian Jie said that in the next step, they will continue to deeply explore and cultivate campus rule-of-law backbones, further improve the linkage evaluation mechanism with rule-of-law vice principals and legal advisors, and at the same time compile and promote excellent practical experience into cases.
Integrating Emotion, Reason, and Law to Mediate Market Disputes
In Pinghu (平湖) City, Jiaxing (嘉兴), Zhejiang (浙江) Province, the mediation studio of Pinghu China Garment City (平湖·中国服装城) is filled with a "smell of gunpowder."
"You dismissed me for no reason and didn't give me the compensation I deserve." "You were absent from work without permission, which affected normal work"...
It turned out that the two sides of the conflict had a dispute over salary settlement and other issues, so they found the mediation studio of the Garment City, each stating their own reasons.
Hu Yuanqing (胡元清), a staff member of the Comprehensive Department of Pinghu Garment City Co., Ltd., presided over this mediation. Faced with the tense situation, Hu Yuanqing did not rush to intervene, and only began mediation after the emotions of the two people eased slightly.
After understanding the ins and outs, Hu Yuanqing immediately launched the "emotional, rational, and legal integration" mediation process: on the one hand, based on the relevant provisions of the Labor Law, he broke down the key points such as salary settlement and termination of labor relations, and clearly defined the rights and obligations of both parties; on the other hand, taking into account the positions of both parties, he guided the two people to shift from confrontation to rational negotiation.
In the end, with sincere communication and professional legal guidance, Hu Yuanqing proposed a solution of "labor compensation + payment of sales rewards," successfully resolving the labor dispute.
From an ordinary security manager to becoming a "market mediator" trusted by merchants step by step, Hu Yuanqing's growth is inseparable from the in-depth development of Pinghu City's "legal明白人" training work.
"When I first started mediation work, I didn't have any clues. When I encountered complex disputes, I didn't know where to start," Hu Yuanqing said with emotion when recalling his initial work experience. In 2020, Pinghu City launched the "legal明白人" training work. The Municipal Justice Bureau (市司法局) and 9 backbone lawyers from 2 law firms established a professional market legal service team, stationed in Pinghu Garment City, held regular legal lectures, and built a green channel for legal learning for Hu Yuanqing and others.
The government built the platform, and the unit helped. Hu Yuanqing took the initiative to follow local full-time mediators, went deep into the front line to learn mediation skills and accumulate experience, and gradually developed a solid foundation. In 2025, he participated in resolving 56 various conflicts and disputes in the Garment City. "There is no shortcut to mediation. You can only rely on clarifying boundaries with the law, sorting things out with reason, and connecting with emotion to find a breakthrough to resolve the problem," Hu Yuanqing said.
Today, the Garment City has launched a floor manager responsibility system. 13 floor managers are divided into districts and grids to accurately connect with more than 2,300 business households in the market, realizing early detection, early intervention, and early resolution of disputes. In Pinghu City, there are more than 3,000 "legal明白人" like Hu Yuanqing.
"We rely on bases such as the rule-of-law scene experience center, the legal talent home, and the rule-of-law bookstore to build 'legal明白人' training bases, continuously improve the professional quality and performance capabilities of the team, and promote the high-quality development of the private economy," said Gu Yueliang (顾跃良), director of the Pinghu Municipal Justice Bureau.
Bringing Rule-of-Law Services to New Employment Groups
"The money has been settled, and the other party took the initiative to contact me to repay the money!" Li Lin (李林) (pseudonym), a food delivery driver who was frowning a few days ago, spoke in a brisk tone. As soon as this voice message was sent in the rider work group in Yihuang (宜黄) County, Fuzhou (抚州), Jiangxi (江西) Province, the group instantly became lively.
Everyone in the group knew that this matter could be resolved so quickly thanks to the help of one person - Guan Bang (官帮), a food delivery driver who also runs orders at the station, and he is also a "legal明白人" in the local new employment group.
Not long ago, Li Lin turned to Guan Bang for help: "I lent out 10,000 yuan, but the other party has been delaying repayment. After the court mediation, the other party lost contact. What should I do?" Seeing this, Guan Bang immediately comforted him: "Don't worry, there must be a way to solve it. Let me ask about the specific steps." He took out his mobile phone and opened the "Yi Xiaofa" (宜晓法) volunteer contact WeChat group. The group quickly replied, guiding him step by step to prepare the application for compulsory execution, the original mediation letter, and reminding him to pay attention to the "Yihuang Justice" (宜黄司法) official account to obtain free legal consultation.
Guan Bang recorded the key points, helped Li Lin sort out the materials, and quickly connected with the court enforcement department through the "legal明白人" workstation for new employment groups. In just one week, this enforcement problem was solved easily.
Guan Bang's composure and professionalism stem from the "legal明白人" training project promoted by Yihuang County. In 2024, the Yihuang County Justice Bureau took the lead in launching the "legal明白人" training project for new employment groups, selecting more than 20 people with a strong sense of responsibility and a good mass base from industries such as express delivery and food delivery, achieving full coverage of key industries.
"When I was first recommended, I was drumming in my heart. How could I understand the law?" Guan Bang frankly said. Guan Bang grew from a "layman" to a "legal expert" thanks to the "1 industry + 1 legal advisor + N 'legal明白人'" assistance mechanism established by Yihuang. Legal advisors moved the classroom to distribution stations and outlets, using pre-shift time and shift breaks to explain procedures and practical operations in plain language around high-frequency issues such as labor contracts, traffic accidents, and cargo damage claims. "We don't talk about obscure clauses, we talk about useful methods," Guan Bang said.
Today, in the Yihuang County New Format and New Employment Group Party-Mass Service Center, the "legal明白人" workstation integrates consultation, popularization of law, and mediation, and the intelligent legal service terminal can be reached with one click; the "Driver's Home" in the passenger transport center is equipped with legal books and consultation telephone numbers to facilitate practitioners to rest and learn the law; law firms and public legal service centers have set up "Aid New Stations" to accurately respond to the urgent needs and concerns of new employment groups.
"We let 'legal明白人' take root in the industry, use language that everyone can understand, and deliver rule-of-law services to them in their spare time," introduced Yu Qingzhong (余庆中), secretary of the Party Leadership Group of the Yihuang County Justice Bureau. As of now, the workstation has held 10 legal lectures, distributed more than 20,000 copies of various popular legal publicity materials, and a number of conflicts and disputes have been resolved in a timely manner within the industry.
This issue is coordinated by: Han Chunyao (韩春瑶)
Return to TopThis newspaper reported from Beijing on April 11th (Reporter Deng Jianyang (邓剑洋)). On the 11th, the 2026 Republic Ministerial Obligatory Tree Planting Activity was held in Tongzhou District (通州区), Beijing (北京). With the theme of "Fulfilling the Obligation of Tree Planting and Jointly Building a Beautiful China," 130 ministerial-level leading cadres from departments directly under the CPC Central Committee (中共中央), central government departments, and Beijing (北京市) participated.
Early in the morning, the ministers took a unified bus to the tree planting site at the Liuhuan Elevated Park (六环高线公园), which is under construction. At the tree planting site, they worked in groups of three or five, wielding shovels to dig and fill soil, building embankments, and watering, planting more than 800 saplings of tall oil pines, Chinese scholar trees, ginkgo trees, weeping willows, crabapples, and fringe trees. After the tree planting labor, the ministers came to the nurturing site to carry out labor such as pruning, fertilizing, hanging tree tags, and hanging pest trapping boards. While learning about the characteristics of the trees, they operated carefully, nurturing nearly 520 trees in total.
The Republic Ministerial Obligatory Tree Planting Activity is jointly organized by the National Greening Committee (全国绿化委员会), the Greening Committee of Departments Directly Under the CPC Central Committee (中共中央直属机关绿化委员会), the Greening Committee of Central Government Departments (中央国家机关绿化委员会), and the Capital Greening Committee (首都绿化委员会). It has been held continuously for 25 times since 2002, with a cumulative participation of more than 3,900 ministerial-level cadres, planting a total of 45,800 trees. The ministers of the Republic take the lead in fulfilling their "planting" responsibilities, playing an important role in driving the whole society to participate in obligatory tree planting, promoting land greening, and jointly building a beautiful China.
This year marks the 45th anniversary of the National Voluntary Tree Planting Campaign. At present, there are eight categories of forms for fulfilling the obligation of voluntary tree planting in China, including afforestation and greening, nurturing and management, nature protection, tree adoption, facility construction, donations, volunteer services, and other forms. In order to facilitate public participation in voluntary tree planting, the National Greening Committee Office continues to promote "Internet + National Voluntary Tree Planting." In 2026, it has launched and released more than 20,000 various responsible activities and more than 3,700 voluntary tree planting reception points. The Capital Greening Committee Office has established 170 five-level "Internet + National Voluntary Tree Planting" bases, and actively announces voluntary tree planting reception points every spring, providing services and convenience for citizens to participate in voluntary tree planting nearby.
Return to TopThis newspaper Hohhot (呼和浩特) April 11th (Reporter Wu Yong (吴勇)) On April 11th, the Inauguration Ceremony and Construction Mobilization Conference of China (Inner Mongolia) Free Trade Pilot Zone was held in Hohhot (呼和浩特). According to the "Overall Plan for China (Inner Mongolia) Free Trade Pilot Zone", the implementation scope of the Inner Mongolia Free Trade Pilot Zone is 119.74 square kilometers, covering 3 areas: Hohhot (呼和浩特) Area 76.28 square kilometers (including Hohhot Comprehensive Bonded Zone (呼和浩特综合保税区) 0.88 square kilometers), Manzhouli (满洲里) Area 25.11 square kilometers (including Manzhouli Comprehensive Bonded Zone (满洲里综合保税区) 1.44 square kilometers), and Erenhot (二连浩特) Area 18.35 square kilometers.
It is reported that Inner Mongolia (内蒙古) is internally connected to eight provinces and externally connected to Russia and Mongolia, with more than 4,200 kilometers of border lines and 20 open ports. It is an important hub connecting Russia, Mongolia, and radiating to Europe and Asia. It undertakes most of the country's land trade with Russia and Mongolia, but in the past it mostly played the role of a channel, with low economic added value. The establishment of the Inner Mongolia Free Trade Pilot Zone (内蒙古自贸试验区) will help break the limitations of the channel, promote the local processing of imported resources, and achieve greater industrial added value.
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"Looking at it vertically, Inner Mongolia's business environment construction has achieved certain results; horizontally, compared with developed provinces, there is still a considerable gap..." On the afternoon of April 9, a face-to-face symposium with the theme of "Improving the Quality of the Business Environment" was held in Hohhot (呼和浩特市), Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region (内蒙古自治区). The main leaders of the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region (内蒙古自治区) Party Committee, Government, and CPPCC, as well as heads of relevant functional departments and representatives of Inner Mongolia (内蒙古) entrepreneurs, gathered at the scene for in-depth exchanges.
Before the meeting, the research team of the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region (内蒙古自治区) CPPCC went to Guangdong Province (广东省) to learn advanced experience, and also conducted field research in League cities such as Hohhot (呼和浩特), Baotou (包头), Chifeng (赤峰), and Wuhai (乌海) to understand the actual situation of business environment construction in the region. During the research, the research team distributed questionnaires to various types of enterprises throughout the region, jointly with the CPPCCs of various League cities, visited more than 100 enterprises, and held 7 symposiums with representatives of entrepreneurs, heads of relevant departments, industry experts, and CPPCC members, widely absorbing opinions and suggestions from all parties, laying the foundation for the convening of the symposium.
"The survey found that enterprises reported that market access barriers, non-standard administrative law enforcement inspections, inadequate policy interpretation, and imprecise implementation were relatively concentrated." At the symposium, representatives of the research team made a report. In response to the above-mentioned prominent problems, the research team suggested focusing on optimizing the market environment, optimizing the rule of law business environment, creating a good innovation ecosystem, and comprehensively improving the quality and efficiency of services for enterprises to effectively solve the difficulties in enterprise development.
Enterprise representatives spoke freely and offered suggestions.
"It is recommended to widely collect the demands of chambers of commerce and enterprises, and at the same time, combined with Inner Mongolia's (内蒙古) characteristic industries, introduce more precise scenario-enabling policies," said Liu Zhihui (刘智慧), President of the Guangdong Inner Mongolia Chamber of Commerce (广东省内蒙古商会).
Guo Yanchun (郭延春), Chairman of Inner Mongolia Beike Jiaoda Robot Co., Ltd. (内蒙古北科交大机器人有限公司), focused on the pain points of industrial development and proposed: "At present, Inner Mongolia's (内蒙古) artificial intelligence and robotics industry is still in its growth stage, and there are problems such as insufficient scenario opening. It is recommended to open more key manufacturing links as artificial intelligence technology verification scenarios."
A total of 22 enterprise representatives spoke or submitted written suggestions. The participating departments stated that they would carefully absorb the opinions and suggestions of entrepreneurs, coordinate research, implement policies according to categories, and effectively solve the urgent and difficult problems of enterprises.
At the beginning of this year, the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region (内蒙古自治区) has issued 34 implementation plans to optimize the business environment and designated 2026 as the "Year of Improving the Quality of the Business Environment." This move releases a clear signal: Inner Mongolia (内蒙古) not only wants to compete for resources and location, but also for environment and service, to optimize the environment for investment, business, innovation and entrepreneurship.
Return to TopOn April 11th, a drone sports event was held in Chengdu, Sichuan Province (四川省成都市). The event was co-hosted by the China Communications Industry Association (中国通信工业协会) and the University of Electronic Science and Technology of China (电子科技大学). It innovatively introduced events such as drone weightlifting, drone fencing, and drone basketball, providing a platform for universities, enterprises, and young people to showcase their innovative vitality and competitive abilities.
The picture shows the contestants test flying before the drone basketball competition.
Xinhua News Agency reporter Xu Bingjie (胥冰洁) photo
Return to TopBeijing, April 11th (Reporter Sun Xiuyan (孙秀艳)) - The National Healthcare Security Administration (国家医保局) recently released the first list of member units for the inter-provincial "second-read" network of the healthcare security imaging cloud. Following self-application by medical institutions, provincial and municipal evaluation, and comprehensive research, 305 medical institutions, including China-Japan Friendship Hospital (中日友好医院) and Peking University Third Hospital (北京大学第三医院), were included on the list. These medical institutions are distributed across nearly one hundred coordinated areas in 21 provinces (autonomous regions, and municipalities directly under the central government), including 47 in Guangdong (广东), 38 in Zhejiang (浙江), 34 in Anhui (安徽), and 23 in Hebei (河北).
In order to solve the pain points and bottlenecks in the process of people seeking medical treatment, the National Healthcare Security Administration (国家医保局) has deployed the establishment of a hospital network for inter-provincial "second-read" of healthcare security imaging cloud, and promoted the inter-provincial interconnection and sharing of healthcare security imaging data. Healthcare security departments at all levels responded quickly, and designated medical institutions actively participated, jointly promoting the construction of a new pattern of medical services of "data running more, and the masses running less" (让数据多跑路、群众少跑腿). The relevant person in charge of the National Healthcare Security Administration (国家医保局) said that medical institutions that meet the admission standards are welcome to continue to actively sign up, jointly expand the network scale, improve service efficiency, and effectively benefit more people.
Return to TopXinhua News Agency, Beijing, March 27th. Comrade Han Youqing (韩友庆), a retired cadre at the Zheng Corps level and former Director of the Political Department of the Second Artillery Corps, passed away in Beijing (北京) on March 11th due to illness, at the age of 104.
Han Youqing (韩友庆) was a native of Shouguang (寿光), Shandong (山东) Province. He joined the Eighth Route Army in 1938 and the Communist Party of China (中国共产党) in 1939. During the Anti-Japanese War, he served as a soldier, deputy squad leader, squad leader, staff officer, branch secretary, deputy political instructor, and political instructor, participating in battles such as the Mengyin Campaign. During the Liberation War, he served as deputy section chief, section chief, battalion political instructor, deputy director of the regimental political department, and section chief, participating in battles such as the Yudu, Kaifeng (开封), Lunan, Laiwu (莱芜), Menglianggu (孟良崮), Huaihai (淮海), Crossing the Yangtze River, and Shanghai (上海) campaigns. After the founding of the People's Republic of China, he served as deputy political commissar and director of the regimental political department, deputy director, regimental political commissar and director, regimental political commissar, director of the division political department, deputy political commissar, political commissar, director of the army political department, and deputy director of the political department of the Second Artillery Corps, participating in the War to Resist US Aggression and Aid Korea, and made contributions to the revolutionization, modernization, and regularization of the army.
Han Youqing (韩友庆) was awarded the rank of Senior Colonel in 1955 and was awarded the Third-Class Independence and Freedom Medal, the Third-Class Liberation Medal, and the PLA Independence Merit Honor Medal.
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On April 10th, General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) met with a delegation from the Chinese Kuomintang (中国国民党) led by Chairman Hung Hsiu-chu (洪秀柱) in Beijing (北京) and delivered an important speech, which has received high attention and sparked enthusiastic responses on both sides of the Taiwan Strait.
People from all walks of life, experts, and scholars on both sides of the Strait have stated that General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平), standing at the strategic height of the overall development of the Party and the country and the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation, profoundly expounded the major policies and guidelines for promoting the peaceful development of cross-strait relations and advancing the great cause of national reunification under the new situation. This demonstrates deep national and family feelings, is full of deep affection for Taiwanese compatriots, points out the direction for the development of cross-strait relations, and serves as the fundamental guideline and action plan for doing a good job in Taiwan-related work in the new era. It will surely inspire compatriots on both sides of the Strait to join hands in creating a better future for national reunification and national rejuvenation.
Adhering to Correct Identity to Promote Spiritual Harmony
General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) pointed out that when family members get along, as long as they talk things over and discuss matters, there are no contradictions or differences that cannot be resolved.
"The meeting between the leaders of the Kuomintang (国民党) and the Communist Party of China (中国共产党) again after 10 years is of great practical significance for promoting the peaceful development of cross-strait relations." Chi Chia-lin (戚嘉林), Honorary Chairman of the Taiwan Unification Alliance Party (台湾统一联盟党), believes that General Secretary Xi Jinping's (习近平) important speech has guided the direction of cross-strait relations. All sectors of Taiwanese society should deeply understand the importance of this meeting and seize historical opportunities.
Chi Hsin (纪欣), publisher of Taiwan's *Observation* magazine, said that General Secretary Xi Jinping's (习近平) important speech is of far-reaching significance. General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) emphasized that "on the common political basis of adhering to the '1992 Consensus' (九二共识) and opposing 'Taiwan independence' (台独), we are willing to strengthen exchanges and dialogue with all political parties, groups, and people from all walks of life in Taiwan, including the Chinese Kuomintang (中国国民党)." This has a strong encouraging effect on all sectors of society on the island.
"General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) profoundly clarified the historical and legal facts that compatriots on both sides of the Strait share the same roots, the same culture, and are connected by blood, and clearly pointed out that 'different social systems are not an excuse for engaging in division.' This clarifies the source and gathers consensus." Chen Yi-hsuan (陈翊瑄), a research assistant at the Institute for Social Governance and Development of Tsinghua University (清华大学), said that as a Taiwanese youth on the mainland, she will strive to contribute to the integrated development of both sides of the Strait and join hands with mainland youth to embark on a bright future for national rejuvenation.
"From jointly renovating ancient houses and planning folk activities to jointly discussing the development of rural industries, these daily interactions are a true reflection of the close ties between the two sides of the Strait." Tseng Le-fu (曾乐福), a Taiwanese youth who has long been involved in rural construction and innovation in Fujian (福建), said that in the future, she will continue to use culture as a bond to allow more Taiwanese youth to deepen their identity in participating in the comprehensive revitalization of the countryside, promote spiritual harmony, and enhance their ambition, confidence, and determination to be upright Chinese people.
Adhering to Peaceful Development to Protect Our Common Homeland
General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) pointed out that the fundamental way for compatriots on both sides of the Strait to safeguard and build this common homeland is to adhere to the "1992 Consensus" (九二共识) and oppose "Taiwan independence" (台独), and the core is to recognize that both sides of the Strait belong to one China.
"After 10 years, the meeting between the leaders of the two parties still revealed true feelings, frankness, and sincerity, fully demonstrating the common desire, goodwill, and sincerity to expect peaceful development between the two sides of the Strait." At the press conference on the afternoon of the 10th, Cheng Li-wen (郑丽文) said that this confirms that the only political basis for cross-strait exchanges and dialogue is to adhere to the "1992 Consensus" (九二共识) and oppose "Taiwan independence" (台独).
"General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平), standing at the height of the overall interests of the Chinese nation, emphasized that 'compatriots on both sides of the Strait belong to the Chinese nation,' 'the mainland and Taiwan belong to one China, and China is the common homeland of the Chinese nation,' and also emphasized that 'Taiwan independence' (台独) is the culprit for undermining peace in the Taiwan Strait." Liu Xiangping (刘相平), director of the Taiwan Research Institute of Nanjing University (南京大学), believes that in the current complex and severe situation in the Taiwan Strait, General Secretary Xi Jinping's (习近平) important speech will help shape the correct national identity, cultural identity, and national identity, and further consolidate the awareness of a community of shared destiny on both sides of the Strait.
"Safeguarding and building China, the common homeland of the Chinese nation, and making this land more peaceful and our fellow villagers happier is the simple expectation in the hearts of compatriots on both sides of the Strait." Lin Shu-jen (林书任), a Taiwanese youth who is rooted in the Daliang Mountains (大凉山) in Sichuan (四川) planting olive trees, said that he hopes that compatriots on both sides of the Strait will move around more and visit each other often, understand each other and achieve each other in their struggles. "I am willing to continue to do my best to pass on goodwill through actions."
Wang Yingjin (王英津), director of the Cross-Strait Relations Research Center of Renmin University of China (中国人民大学), said that General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) regards "adhering to the '1992 Consensus' (九二共识) and opposing 'Taiwan independence' (台独)" as the foundation for "safeguarding and building this common homeland," fully demonstrating that the "1992 Consensus" (九二共识), which embodies the one-China principle, is the political foundation for the development of cross-strait relations and the stabilizer for peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait. The history of cross-strait relations has repeatedly proven that recognizing the "1992 Consensus" (九二共识) and adhering to the one-China principle can improve and develop cross-strait relations, and Taiwanese compatriots can benefit.
Adhering to Exchange and Integration to Enhance People's Well-being
General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) pointed out that we will continue to uphold the concept that compatriots on both sides of the Strait are one family and actively do practical things, good things, and solve difficult problems for Taiwanese compatriots.
Huang Ziyu (黄紫玉) is one of the earliest Taiwanese businessmen to return to the mainland to invest after the reform and opening up. "I have witnessed and participated in the development and construction of the mainland, seen the rapid changes in the mainland, and felt that the mainland has always been committed to seeking peace for both sides of the Strait, seeking well-being for compatriots, and seeking rejuvenation for the nation. I will continue to invest and start businesses in the mainland and contribute to cross-strait exchanges, interactions, and integration."
"As of the end of last year, the water supply project from Fujian (福建) to Kinmen (金门) has supplied more than 46 million tons of water." Hong Jiaxing (洪佳兴), general manager of Fujian Water Investment Group Jinjin Water Supply Co., Ltd. (福建水投集团晋金供水有限公司), said that the mainland has always adhered to the concept that compatriots on both sides of the Strait are one family and actively done practical things, good things, and solved difficult problems for Taiwanese compatriots. "We will continue to strictly guard the water quality and build a solid water supply defense line, carefully protect the water use of Kinmen (金门) villagers, and continue to use water as a bridge to enhance the kinship and well-being of compatriots on both sides of the Strait."
"General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) specifically mentioned 'welcoming Taiwanese youth to come to the mainland for exchanges and development,' which made me feel very warm." Wu Binghong (吴炳宏), a sophomore at Jinan University (暨南大学), said, "As a Taiwanese youth studying on the mainland, I have deeply felt the care and love of the mainland for Taiwanese compatriots over the years. The achievements in robotics, artificial intelligence, and other fields have made me deeply feel proud to be a Chinese. The world is vast and there is much to be done. I hope to work with mainland youth to write a chapter of youth together."
"Both sides of the Strait are one family, and peace, development, exchange, and cooperation are the common aspirations of compatriots on both sides of the Strait. Taiwanese businessmen should seize opportunities, strengthen their confidence in development, and strengthen cooperation and exchanges." Lai Cheng-i (赖正镒), Honorary Chairman of the Taiwan General Chamber of Commerce (台湾商业总会), who often travels between the two sides of the Strait to participate in exchange activities, said.
Adhering to Unity and Struggle to Achieve the Great Rejuvenation of the Chinese Nation
General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) pointed out that this year is the first year of the mainland's "15th Five-Year Plan" (十五五). We are willing to share development opportunities and results with the vast number of Taiwanese compatriots and jointly strengthen the Chinese national economy.
"General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) positioned and developed cross-strait relations from the strategic height of the overall development of the Party and the country and the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation, and emphasized 'adhering to unity and struggle to achieve the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation,' demonstrating the mainland's goodwill and sincerity in uniting Taiwanese compatriots and promoting spiritual harmony." Li Xizhu (李细珠), Secretary-General of the Taiwan History Research Center of the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences (中国社会科学院), said that both sides of the Strait are an inseparable community of shared destiny. This year marks the 160th anniversary of the birth of Mr. Sun Yat-sen (孙中山). History shows reality, the future of Taiwan lies in national reunification, and the well-being of Taiwanese compatriots is tied to national rejuvenation.
"I feel very encouraged after listening to the General Secretary's important speech!" Wu Chia-ying (吴家莹), Executive Vice President of the Association of Taiwan Investment Enterprises on the Mainland (全国台企联) and Honorary President of the Xiamen Taiwanese Businessmen Association (厦门台商协会), said, "I have personally witnessed the continuous leapfrog development of the motherland. For Taiwanese businessmen and Taiwanese enterprises, this is a broad market with long-term positive prospects and full of certainty. In the future, we will continue to play a bridging role, promote more Taiwanese businessmen and Taiwanese enterprises to seize the development opportunities of the '15th Five-Year Plan' (十五五), achieve better development in participating in the Chinese-style modernization process, and inject more impetus into the integrated development of both sides of the Strait."
"This meeting further clarified the tone of consolidating mutual trust and maintaining interaction for the development of cross-strait relations." He Yicheng (何溢诚), Chairman of the Taiwan Youth Federation (台湾青年联合会), said that this year is the first year of the mainland's "15th Five-Year Plan" (十五五), which will release more development opportunities. Youths on both sides of the Strait should learn from each other, learn from each other's strengths, achieve complementary advantages, and create a win-win situation. We look forward to more Taiwanese youths seizing opportunities and realizing their dreams.
(Reporters Zhang Shuo (张烁), Jiang Lin (江琳), Ren Chengqi (任成琦), Cheng Long (程龙) of this newspaper)
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The "15th Five-Year Plan" Outline sets up a special section on "Supporting Youth Development," systematically planning and allocating resources from the national planning level to provide a solid top-level design and path guarantee for youth growth and success. During the "15th Five-Year Plan" period, how will the planning outline be implemented to encourage young people to dare to dream, be brave to pursue their dreams, and be diligent in realizing their dreams? We invited relevant experts, scholars, and youth workers to conduct in-depth discussions.
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Dialogue Guests:
Xing Wei (邢伟), Director and Researcher of the Social Undertakings Research Office, Institute of Social Development, National Development and Reform Commission (国家发展改革委)
Liu Junyan (刘俊彦), Director and Researcher of the China Youth and Children Research Center (中国青少年研究中心)
Zhang Hao (张豪), Deputy Director of the Department of Safeguarding the Rights and Interests of Young People of the Central Committee of the Communist Youth League (共青团中央)
Maximizing the Power of Youth as the Most Active and Dynamic Group
Reporter: How do you view the "15th Five-Year Plan" Outline's first establishment of an independent section on "Supporting Youth Development," and what policy guidance does it provide for youth development during the "15th Five-Year Plan" period?
Xing Wei (邢伟): If the cause of the Party and the country is to develop, youth must develop first. The "15th Five-Year Plan" Outline's first special section to deploy support for youth development is precisely to embed high-quality youth development into the overall layout of socialist modernization construction, ensuring that youth development resonates with national development.
Currently, China is in a critical period of using technological innovation to lead the construction of a modern industrial system and develop new quality productive forces. Youth are the most dynamic group for innovation, entrepreneurship, and creation. At the same time, in response to changes in the total population and structure, there is an urgent need to transform the huge youth population resource into a strong talent dividend to support Chinese-style modernization. Supporting youth development aims to systematically respond to this era's issue from the national development planning level. By optimizing the all-round policy environment for youth education, employment, housing, and physical and mental health, it maximizes the power of youth as the most active and dynamic group, creating opportunities and building a stage for them to devote themselves to the great cause of building a strong country and national rejuvenation.
From the perspective of the policy system, the special section deployment realizes the deep integration of youth development from special planning to the national development "blueprint," promoting China's youth development cause to enter a new stage of deep integration with the national modernization process.
Liu Junyan (刘俊彦): Youth are the main force of economic and social development and the vanguard force in building a strong country. Separating youth development from macro policies means that the country regards youth as a strategic group with unique needs and requiring systematic support from the top-level design. On the other hand, it also responds to the urgent needs of the times. Currently, the scale, structure, and demands of China's youth group are undergoing profound changes. The establishment of a special section aims to systematically optimize the youth development environment, solve the urgent problems facing youth development, better invest in empowering youth, promote the all-round development of youth, and cultivate youth human resources for the great cause of national rejuvenation.
The establishment of the special section will play a clear "command stick" role, guiding future youth policies to achieve three transformations: from "fragmentation" to "system integration," the previous situation of relatively scattered youth policies will gradually transform into cross-departmental and full-cycle collaborative governance; from "guaranteeing the basics" to "promoting development," policies should not only provide a safety net but also focus on stimulating youth development potential and innovation vitality; from "supply-side" to "demand-side" proximity, policy formulation will pay more attention to the differentiated demands of different youth groups, improving policy pertinence.
Building a Full-Chain Support System to Make Young People Feel More Rewarded
Reporter: The "15th Five-Year Plan" Outline proposes to create good conditions for youth to grow, succeed, and make contributions. During the "15th Five-Year Plan" period, how can we effectively solve the urgent problems of young people and allow the vast number of young people to work hard with peace of mind and pursue their dreams?
Xing Wei (邢伟): We must pay attention to what young people think, worry about, and expect, and introduce a series of precise, warm, and pragmatic measures. For example, in terms of study and work, we should open up a fast track for growth and success. Promote the dynamic adaptation of the structure of higher education and vocational education to the needs of new quality productive forces, optimize university disciplines and majors, and deepen the integration of industry and education. Strengthen the pre-positioning and extension of employment services, and at the same time, regulate the labor rights protection of workers in new employment forms such as the platform economy, so that young workers are more dignified and more at ease.
In terms of innovation and entrepreneurship, support young scientific and technological talents to lead major scientific research projects, improve the "reveal the list and take command" (揭榜挂帅) and "**赛马**" (sài mǎ - "horse racing," a competitive mechanism) mechanisms, and give greater decision-making power and financial control over technical routes. Build one-stop youth entrepreneurship incubators in universities and parks, and encourage young people to devote themselves to entrepreneurship in "specialized, refined, and new" (专精特新), the digital economy, and green and low-carbon fields.
In terms of housing security, alleviate young people's worries about housing. Accelerate the construction of a housing security system that combines renting and buying, expand the supply of guaranteed rental housing and public rental housing, and list indicators separately for new citizens and young people, simplify applications, and allow young people to rent stably and live decently.
Liu Junyan (刘俊彦): The key lies in finding the right policy focus, building a full-chain support system, and making young people feel more rewarded. For example, in terms of fertility support, shift from fertility subsidies to a three-dimensional system of "time support + service support + economic support," vigorously develop an inclusive childcare service system, and promote employers to provide flexible working hours, etc., to effectively reduce the fertility, parenting, and education costs of young people. In terms of social integration, by building youth development-oriented cities and youth-friendly communities, build platforms for youth to participate in grassroots governance and volunteer services, and enhance young people's sense of belonging to cities and communities.
Reporter: How to guide young people to establish correct views on growth and success, and promote young people to integrate their own development into the overall national development?
Zhang Hao (张豪): Currently, the Central Committee of the Communist Youth League (共青团中央) is leading the preparation of a new round of medium- and long-term youth development plans, the main line of which is to closely focus on cultivating qualified builders and reliable successors of socialism, and strive to enable every young person to find a development direction and have a stage for struggle.
The new round of youth development plan insists on strengthening the ideological and political guidance of youth as the primary task, and puts forward targeted measures in strengthening ideal and belief education, consolidating the ideological foundation of loving the Party, loving the country, and loving socialism, and promoting and practicing the core socialist values. The new round of youth development plan will also focus on the central tasks of the Party in the new era and new journey, and mobilize young people to make contributions. Encourage and support young scientific and technological talents to take the lead and play the leading role in participating in the battle to overcome key and core technologies; guide young people to return to their hometowns to work and start businesses, and play an active role in industrial development, rural governance, and rural civilization.
Respond Promptly to the Demands of Young People in New Employment Groups and Further Smooth Channels for Expressing the Interests of Young People
Reporter: In recent years, with the continuous development of new technologies and new industries, young people in new employment groups have continued to emerge. During the "15th Five-Year Plan" period, how can we achieve dynamic policy adjustments and precise drip irrigation to meet the actual needs of young people in different groups?
Zhang Hao (张豪): At present, the number of new employment groups in China is huge, with those born in the 1980s and 1990s accounting for the majority. The "newness" of young people in new employment groups is not only reflected in the employment form but also in the diversity and differences in their demands.
We will further smooth channels for expressing the interests of young people, continue to deepen the "face-to-face" activities between the Communist Youth League (共青团) and representatives of the People's Congress and members of the Political Consultative Conference, focus on the pain points, difficulties, and blockages in the development of young people in different employment forms, and guide representatives of young people in different fields to participate in political consultation in an orderly manner. Make good use of carriers such as the collection of people's suggestions, youth wisdom groups, and youth deliberation councils to listen to young people's opinions regularly and in different fields, and promote their active participation in public affairs. Open youth suggestion channels on new media platforms and online communities to widely listen to the voices of young people.
At the same time, we will focus on building a one-stop, comprehensive, and localized youth service system. Rely on the 12355 Youth Service Desk to provide growth consultation and rights services to young people. Strengthen the coordinated linkage between 12355 and 12345 and other service hotlines, establish information sharing, work order mutual transfer, and joint handling mechanisms, and build a strong online and offline professional volunteer service team. Give full play to the organizational system advantages of the Communist Youth League (共青团), the All-China Youth Federation (青联), and the All-China Students' Federation (学联) to respond to the concerns of young people.
Liu Junyan (刘俊彦): Responding promptly to the demands of young people in new employment groups is key to building a dynamic system that can perceive, respond, and iterate.
First, relying on new technologies such as big data and artificial intelligence, and in conjunction with platform enterprises, industry associations, and research institutions, accurately grasp the real situation and core demands of young people in new employment groups, and provide a data base for policy formulation. Second, in response to the labor rights protection issues that young people in new employment groups are most concerned about, promote the establishment of occupational injury protection and multi-level pension insurance systems that adapt to the platform economy; in response to the problem of narrow career development channels, launch shared training and micro-certification mechanisms to open up career advancement channels. Finally, by establishing industry associations in new business formats and setting up youth deliberation halls within platform enterprises, ensure that young people can participate in an orderly manner, forming a closed loop from expression to response to feedback.
Better Serving the City's Operation
Jia Yacan (贾亚灿)
I am a post-90s delivery rider, riding my bike through the streets and alleys of Xicheng District (西城区), Beijing (北京市) every day, delivering food, medicine, and urgently needed items to citizens. Looking forward to the "15th Five-Year Plan," my wish is very simple: to do every delivery carefully and better serve the city's operation.
To be a good delivery rider, you need to repeat simple things and do repeated things with your heart. When delivering meals to the elderly, I will wait a little longer and ask more questions; when it rains or snows, I will try to do more deliveries to make life more convenient for citizens. A "thank you," "you've worked hard," or "thanks to you" is the motivation for me to keep moving forward.
I want to continue participating in volunteer activities. When I see damaged public facilities or garbage that has not been cleaned up in time on my delivery route, I will take a picture and inform the street staff, contributing a small amount of effort to the city's construction and development.
During the "15th Five-Year Plan" period, the rights and interests protection services for workers in new employment forms will continue to improve, and we will be more at ease and confident on the road.
(The author is a Meituan (美团) rider, interviewed and compiled by Yi Shuran (易舒冉), a reporter from this newspaper)
The Future of Innovation Lies in Youth
Zheng Hui (郑辉)
Innovation is the true color of youth. We, the youth of the new era, must bravely shoulder our mission and contribute our strength and realize our value in innovative practices. My team and I are deeply involved in the cutting-edge field of brain-computer interfaces, striving to continuously iterate and optimize our products.
I noticed that the "15th Five-Year Plan" outline proposes to increase long-term and stable support for advantageous teams and young scientific and technological talents engaged in basic research, and to explore long-cycle funding models. This makes me feel the development opportunities and expectations that the country gives to young scientific and technological talents. A series of mechanisms such as the leading mechanism, cultivation mechanism, and incentive mechanism for youth innovation and entrepreneurship will become more flexible and effective.
The country's way out lies in innovation, and the future of innovation lies in youth. My team and I will continue to identify landing scenarios, make good products, and continuously tackle the core key technologies in the field of brain-computer interfaces. With the support of the country, we can do it with confidence and determination. The future is promising, and we are full of confidence.
(The author is the founder and CEO of Shenwu Technology (神舞科技), interviewed and compiled by Hong Qiuting (洪秋婷), a reporter from this newspaper)
Write the Thesis on the Land
Dong Linfeng (董林峰)
As a master's student in the School of Materials Science and Engineering, my research direction is focused on photothermal catalytic rural sewage treatment, and I am committed to developing efficient, low-cost, and suitable for decentralized treatment of suspended photothermal catalytic devices.
The "15th Five-Year Plan" outline proposes to promote the deep integration of scientific and technological innovation and industrial innovation. In my study and practice, I also realized that young students should not only do more original research, but also pay attention to practical results and strive to write the thesis on the land.
During a field study last summer, I saw that rural sewage treatment facilities in many places were left idle for a long time due to high operating costs, which also strengthened my research direction. In the future, I will continue to focus on research to reduce device costs and improve all-weather sewage treatment capabilities, and strive to form replicable and scalable rural governance solutions.
On the field of scientific and technological innovation and comprehensive rural revitalization, the youth of the new era will surely write a youthful chapter worthy of the times with practical actions.
(The author is a master's student in the School of Materials Science and Engineering of Wuhan University of Science and Technology (武汉科技大学), interviewed and compiled by Yi Shuran (易舒冉), a reporter from this newspaper)
Want to Do More Things for the Villagers
Wang Shasha (王莎莎)
To realize the rejuvenation of the nation, the countryside must be revitalized. A few years ago, I returned to my hometown to serve as the Party Branch Secretary and Director of the Village Committee. Faced with problems such as the messy village environment and the weak collective economy, I widely solicited public opinions, revised the village rules and regulations, and improved the appearance of the village. At the same time, I focused on industrial revitalization to drive villagers' employment and income increase. The lives of the villagers are getting better day by day, and I have also been affirmed by the organization and recognized by the masses.
During the "15th Five-Year Plan" period, I want to continue to do more practical things for the villagers. Based on the actual situation of the village, we will build a comprehensive education base integrating labor practice, red education, and study tours, promote the deep integration of the primary, secondary, and tertiary industries, and continuously drive villagers to increase their income and become rich, and build a livable and beautiful countryside suitable for business.
Personal growth is inseparable from the opportunities of the times. The rural land contains vigorous vitality. I will continue to take root at the grassroots level, bravely shoulder my mission, and make contributions, so that youth can bloom with brilliant brilliance in the vivid practice of serving the masses and building our hometown.
(The author is the Party Branch Secretary and Director of Suzhuang Village (苏庄村), Duanshi Town (端氏镇), Qinshui County (沁水县), Jincheng City (晋城市), Shanxi Province (山西省), interviewed and compiled by Fu Mingli (付明丽), a reporter from this newspaper)
By: 吴储岐
The most touching foundation for young people to pursue their dreams is having a path forward without worries about what's behind them.
"Staying at home to take care of elderly parents makes it impossible to go to work; going out to work makes it difficult to be filial to parents," and "Both husband and wife have to work, and no one can take care of the children full-time, and childcare is another problem." Some time ago, the complaints of two netizens touched many young people who are struggling and striving.
The generation of young people who were once labeled "greenhouse flowers" have now become the pillars of their families. In the crowded subways during rush hour, the lock screen of the phone clutched tightly in their hands is a smiling face of their child; on the office desk in the office building, a physical examination form booked for their parents is pressed next to the computer. Young people work hard in the workplace, pursuing their dreams and realizing their self-worth; they shoulder responsibilities in the family, wanting to accompany their parents to grow old and their children to grow up. Those concerns mixed with daily necessities are the most sincere bonds when they go to faraway places. Only by helping young people solve these worries can contemporary young people unload their concerns, move forward lightly, and strive with all their strength.
What is gratifying is that these simple aspirations are being transformed into precise policy deployments, written into the livelihood answer sheet for the opening year of the "15th Five-Year Plan (十五五)," and becoming policy support that is within reach for young people.
Guarding the "old," resolving the dilemma between young people's filial piety and work. During the "15th Five-Year Plan (十五五)" period, the country will build 2,000 county-level comprehensive elderly care service management platforms, promote the coverage rate of township elderly care service centers to exceed 80%, and basically build a three-level elderly care network at the county, township, and village levels. Caring for the "young," alleviating the contradiction between young people's childcare and dream pursuit. This year's "Government Work Report (政府工作报告)" is making full efforts to reduce the cost of "three educations." Last year, childcare subsidies have benefited more than 30 million infant and toddler families; this year, the central government has arranged nearly 100 billion yuan in childcare subsidies, optimizing the process to achieve application and receipt as soon as the child is born, adding 150,000 inclusive childcare places nationwide, promoting childcare pilots and the integration of childcare and early childhood education, and at the same time, making coordinated efforts from multiple dimensions such as maternity leave, social security, and housing, so that young people can be more relaxed on the road of childbearing and raising children.
The real temperature of people's livelihood is hidden in the trivial daily life of ordinary people. The increasingly dense social security network solves the rigid needs of young people and unties the burdens of those who are moving forward with heavy loads, allowing young people not to have to make a single choice between family and career.
When the daily life behind them has a solid foundation, and when family burdens are shared by policy coordination, young people will no longer be trapped by dilemmas and will be more willing to go where their hearts desire. Some people devote themselves to research and development, investing in tackling the "bottleneck" hard technology; some people volunteer to go to remote rural areas to take root in the front line of revitalization; some people are willing to sit on the sidelines and pursue ideals that they once dared not touch... This courage to venture, the most solid foundation, always stems from the steady protection behind them.
When the country builds an indestructible armor for young people with policy guarantees, young people will use ideals as their edge and struggle as their blade, holding long swords to go to the mountains and seas of the times. In the spring, the "15th Five-Year Plan (十五五)" is starting, and we look forward to this steady protection, allowing every young person to unload their burdens, be single-minded, not have to look back frequently, just go towards the light and break through the road ahead, and use the power of youth to fulfill the promise of the times.
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The vast sea territory, with spring tides surging.
Facing the cool sea breeze and looking towards the vast sea, Naval Officer Song Junpeng (宋俊鹏) of the Baotou ship (包头舰) stood at the port, recalling the scene when he first boarded this warship—the ship was majestic, the deck was open, the flags fluttered, and the soldiers were full of vigor. As one of the first crew members, he personally experienced the Baotou ship's journey of breaking through waves and sailing towards the deep blue. "Returning from escort missions, I understand even more the weight of the mission on my shoulders and cherish this glory of safeguarding peace," said Song Junpeng (宋俊鹏).
Over 368 days, sailing more than 140,000 nautical miles, safely escorting 102 Chinese and foreign ships... A few months ago, the 47th naval escort fleet composed of the Baotou ship (包头舰), Honghe ship (红河舰), and Gaoyou Lake ship (高邮湖舰) returned triumphantly. Hundreds of officers, soldiers, and civilians greeted them at the dock, holding red flags, full of enthusiasm, and displaying slogans: "Praise the powerful motherland, praise the People's Navy!"
Days and nights alternate, tides ebb and flow. In the more than 4 years since its commissioning, the Baotou ship (包头舰) has successfully completed many major training missions, earning a collective second-class merit once, and in 2024 was commended by the Central Military Commission (中央军委) as an "Advanced Unit in the Regularization Construction of the Entire Army." This young warship has witnessed the growth of naval soldiers after experiencing wind and waves, and also interprets the definition of distance, courage, and loyalty.
"Combat effectiveness comes from day-to-day pursuit of excellence"
From near-sea patrols to far-sea escorts, from daily training to major missions... The Baotou ship (包头舰) is a Type 052D guided-missile destroyer, known as the aircraft carrier's "knife-bearing guard" and the "Chinese Aegis" on the far seas.
As a new generation of guided-missile destroyer independently developed, designed, and built in China, how is the combat effectiveness of the Baotou ship (包头舰) formed?
"Casting the ship starts with casting the soul." Sergeant He Haiyang (何海阳) recalled that this belief took root in the hearts of officers and soldiers as early as when the Baotou ship (包头舰) receiving unit was first established, "We must interpret our loyalty to the Party with practical actions of acting on orders and obeying commands."
"At that time, we set a goal—to form combat effectiveness immediately after leaving the factory," said He Haiyang (何海阳).
At that time, the warship had not yet left the factory, so how to train? Hearing the reporter's question, He Haiyang (何海阳) explained: "We drew diagrams on the playground, trained in running positions and coordinating commands, selected suitable materials to make simulators, and carried out damage control training... Hard work pays off, and when participating in the full training assessment, we achieved full pass for all members."
In addition to intensive personnel training, conducting systematic and detailed tests and adjustments on the warship's equipment is another crucial task before receiving the equipment.
"Combat effectiveness comes from day-to-day pursuit of excellence," said Song Junpeng (宋俊鹏). "We squatted in battle positions, checked drawings, and learned operations together, from the location of sockets to equipment debugging, from technical manuals to user manuals, combined with equipment usage needs, sorted out and proposed more than a thousand optimization suggestions."
As an experiment was about to end, a dangerous situation suddenly occurred. "Two pieces of equipment were entangled together on the seabed!" The atmosphere on the deck instantly became tense. Song Junpeng (宋俊鹏) immediately organized manpower to salvage and suggested adjusting the speed, working with his comrades to deal with the dangerous situation.
Song Junpeng (宋俊鹏) realized that this dangerous situation exposed room for improvement in the equipment design and urged the manufacturer to carry out multiple adjustments and optimizations. He said, "Sometimes our standards seem a bit harsh, but it is precisely with this seriousness that we can discover problems in advance and minimize the risks in actual combat as much as possible."
This kind of seriousness and sincerity has long become the distinct characteristic of the officers and soldiers of the Baotou ship (包头舰). Radar soldier Cao Tengwen's (曹腾文) pocket always contains a notebook. She said, "I record any problems I encounter on duty in it." Taking it in hand, it was discovered that the blank pages of the notebook were filled, and many loose-leaf pages were attached, making it more than twice as thick as before.
Opening it, the motto written on the title page came into view: "Develop sharp eyes and write loyalty with achievements." She said with a smile: "As a radar soldier, I believe that as long as I perform my duties with heart and take shifts diligently, I will not let go of any 'fish that slip through the net'."
The pursuit of excellence in mission responsibility and the unwavering protection of the vast blue sea run through the advancing trajectory of this young warship breaking through the waves—from single-ship subject training to air defense and anti-missile, and then to system confrontation training, the overall training level and actual combat capabilities of the Baotou ship (包头舰) have continued to improve since its commissioning, like a sharp blade, splitting the blue waves on the vast sea. In one battle against the wind and waves after another, it protects shipping lanes and ships, safeguards sovereignty and dignity, and, more importantly, safeguards peace and tranquility.
"Every wave-splitting voyage is a tempering of sharpness"
"There are suspected pirate skiffs operating in the waters near my ship!" During an escort mission, officers and soldiers of the Baotou ship (包头舰) once discovered an unidentified small target continuously approaching the formation and immediately received an escort request from the foreign merchant ship "Ruyi Song" (如意松).
Officers and soldiers of the Baotou ship (包头舰) immediately used various observation methods to monitor the target and adjusted the position with the "Ruyi Song" (如意松) to separate it from the suspicious vessel.
After a series of warnings and deterrents, the target was successfully driven away. "Thanks to the safe protection of the Chinese Navy, which built a safety barrier for us," the captain of the "Ruyi Song" (如意松) thanked repeatedly after the danger.
In the stormy and dangerous escort waters, such emergencies are common, and the Baotou ship (包头舰) uses practical actions to express its determination to defend peace and protect the safety of passing ships.
An emergency medical rescue a few months ago is still fresh in the memory of military doctor Li Jun (李均). In the Indian Ocean, a crew member of a Chinese merchant ship was accidentally burned and urgently needed rescue. After receiving instructions from the command post, the Baotou ship (包头舰) quickly moved forward to carry out the rescue, maintaining close contact with the merchant ship en route and providing remote medical guidance.
"When we arrived at the merchant ship requesting assistance, we found that the wound of the injured person showed signs of suppuration, and we immediately debrided and applied medicine to him..." Li Jun (李均) recalled that the wind and waves were strong that day, and the ship was constantly bumping, so we had to operate more carefully. After bandaging the injured person, everyone present breathed a sigh of relief. Li Jun (李均) said: "No matter where we are, when the people need us, we will do our best!"
For the Baotou ship (包头舰), the far seas are not only the front line for carrying out escort and patrol missions and maintaining regional stability, but also a training ground for testing coordinated operations and emergency response capabilities.
In the "Peace-2025" multinational maritime joint exercise, the highlight was the main gun firing at sea. The first two foreign ships missed the target, and the eyes of officers and soldiers from various participating countries focused on the Baotou ship (包头舰), which was the third to appear.
Sergeant Han Yingqiu (韩英秋) of the Baotou ship (包头舰) introduced that in the main gun photoelectric aiming system, the distant target is only the size of a ping pong ball, and the main gun shells are greatly affected by factors such as temperature, wind direction, and wind force. In addition, the ship has to shoot while moving in formation, which is indeed quite difficult.
The battle alarm sounded, and the Baotou ship (包头舰) received the launch order. Han Yingqiu (韩英秋) decisively pressed the launch button. "First round hit!" The shell roared out, and the distant target shattered in response. Han Yingqiu (韩英秋) said: "The ocean is the best training ground, and every wave-splitting voyage is a tempering of sharpness. Being able to hit the target in the first round in the shortest time makes me and my comrades feel very excited!"
Escorting and patrolling important sea areas, multinational joint exercises and training, emergency rescue of injured crew members of merchant ships... The officers and soldiers of the Baotou ship (包头舰) build a maritime safety barrier with a high sense of responsibility, and the five-star red flag on the ship is always flying high. That touch of red has become the most reassuring color in the crests and troughs of the waves.
"Tell the Chinese story with confidence and responsibility"
Going abroad and sailing to the deep blue. The Baotou ship's (包头舰) tracks have spread to the ports of many countries, and its name has become known to more and more people, becoming a window for conveying friendship and enhancing understanding. The officers and soldiers on the ship are vividly called "diplomats in military uniforms," showing the confident and calm demeanor of the Chinese Navy in the new era.
During a joint exercise, naval officers from many countries boarded the Baotou ship (包头舰) for a visit and exchanged observers. "Through the exercise, I saw the good military quality and excellent capabilities of the Chinese naval officers and soldiers. I look forward to having more opportunities to communicate with the Chinese naval officers and soldiers," said an observer from South Africa, who gave a high evaluation of the performance of the Chinese naval officers and soldiers participating in the exercise.
"In recent years, I have clearly felt that China's international influence is stronger," said Hu Song (胡松), an officer of the Baotou ship (包头舰). During an escort mission, a foreign army captain boarded the Baotou ship (包头舰) as an observer and stayed for 3 days. "During those days, he kept marveling at how advanced the Chinese Navy's equipment was and repeatedly praised the mental outlook of the officers and soldiers on the ship," Hu Song (胡松) recalled.
At a basketball friendship match held in Kenya, the officers and soldiers of the Baotou ship (包头舰) sent a representative team to participate. After the game, the players from both sides stood side by side, saluted each other, and took a friendly photo. "Although we have different skin colors and speak different languages, we all have sincere smiles on our faces," said Jin Lianxin (金联鑫), a participant from the Baotou ship (包头舰).
Along with the Baotou ship (包头舰) sailing far out to sea, there is a stack of special copperplate paper, with various versions and exquisite designs. "This is the format designed by our soldiers themselves, with Chinese and English bilingual annotations next to it. During foreign exchanges, we will distribute it to foreign ship pilots, etc.," Hu Song (胡松) introduced. The reporter picked up a page and examined it. The Chinese elements such as pandas, bamboo, and porcelain are distinctive, both beautiful and vivid.
Leather paintings, paper-cuts, Chinese knots... Rather than saying these are souvenirs, it is better to say that they are "Chinese business cards," condensing the profound Chinese culture and carrying the officers and soldiers' deep sense of national pride. "Along the way, we have opened windows of exchange and mutual learning to the world, telling the Chinese story with confidence and responsibility," said Hu Song (胡松).
With its bow held high and waves splashing, the Baotou ship (包头舰) sails on the boundless blue sea, and a shining trajectory continues to extend towards the distance.
(Ding Feiyu (丁斐煜) and Lin Qinggang (林庆港) participated in the writing)
By: 金正波
Every tribute to heroes is a spiritual cleansing.
On the eve of the Qingming Festival, the regiment of the Northern Theater Command Naval Aviation, where Zhang Chao (张超), the "Pioneer of a Strong Military Pursuing Dreams in the Sea and Sky," served, organized officers and soldiers to go to Yueyang (岳阳), Hunan (湖南) to pay respects at the tomb of martyr Zhang Chao (张超). From the coast of the Yellow Sea to the shores of Dongting Lake (洞庭湖), a group of mourners embarked on a memorial journey across mountains and seas.
"Old comrade-in-arms, we have entered the 'era of three aircraft carriers,'" "Rest assured, batches of carrier-based aircraft pilots are continuing to fly along your trajectory"... Representatives of officers and soldiers stood for a long time in front of the tombstone of martyr Zhang Chao (张超), recounting their feelings with deep emotion. These young soldiers seemed to be having a youth dialogue with Zhang Chao (张超) that transcended time and space.
We must 饮水思源 (yǐn shuǐ sī yuán - "when you drink water, think of its source," be grateful for the source of one's blessings) and never forget. The faith and responsibility written with the lives of the heroes and martyrs transcend the long river of years and still illuminate future generations. For all those who have given their precious lives for the country, the nation, and peace, no matter how times change, we must always remember their sacrifices and contributions.
Not long ago, the Ministry of Veterans Affairs (退役军人事务部), the Central Cyberspace Administration of China (中央网信办), the Central Committee of the Communist Youth League (共青团中央), and the National Working Committee on Children (全国少工委) jointly issued a notice to carry out publicity and education activities with the theme of "Pursuit·2026·Qingming Festival Remembering Heroes." In recent days, various localities have actively organized commemorative activities to remember and sweep the tombs of heroes and martyrs, care for and help the families of martyrs, and carry out educational practices for the Communist Youth League and Young Pioneers, inherit the red gene, continue the red bloodline, and guide the whole society to admire heroes, remember martyrs, and strive to be pioneers.
Paying tribute to heroes is a vivid history lesson. The documentary "More Lofty Aspirations Through Sacrifice," broadcast during the Qingming holiday, takes 10 revolutionary martyrs and groups who sacrificed during the Long March as representatives, telling the magnificent epic of the Red Army fighting bloody battles and breaking through desperate situations with the belief of "facing death to live." In 1934, the first battle of the Central Red Army was fought in Baishi Village (百石村), Xinfeng County (信丰县), Jiangxi (江西). Hong Chao (洪超), then commander of the Fourth Red Division, died heroically in the battle. Hou Deshan's (侯德山) family in Sangzhi County (桑植县), Hunan (湖南) treasures 4 martyr certificates. Hou Guichen (侯贵臣), 31, Liu Damei (刘大梅), 20, Hou Yaomei (侯幺妹), 14, and Hou Decheng (侯德成), 51, eight members of one family participated in the Long March, and four died heroically... One heroic story after another, one moving deed after another, tells the story of the bloody and fiery battle, making history more three-dimensional. By reliving and awakening memories, and conveying true feelings in remembrance, we can better understand where the ideals and beliefs of heroes and martyrs come from.
Paying tribute to heroes is also a profound ideological and political lesson. In the early morning of April 3, teachers and students from Guyuan No. 2 Middle School (固原二中) and Hongwen Middle School (弘文中學) in Guyuan City (固原市), Ningxia (宁夏) set off again, embarking on a 100-mile round trip on mountain roads, walking to Ren Shanhe Martyrs Cemetery (任山河烈士陵园) to pay tribute to the martyrs. "We didn't stop even when blisters formed on the way, because the road the martyrs walked was even more difficult than this." "The principles that cannot be explained thoroughly in the classroom, the children understood by walking this road themselves." This "walking ideological and political lesson" has inspired teachers and students of the school with 31 years of persistence, touching all sectors of society. This is not only a ritual of time, but also a spiritual agreement. This sense of ritual is a tempering of will and a transformation of youth, which can not only allow children to truly appreciate the hardships of their predecessors' entrepreneurship and the hard-won happiness, but also stimulate their patriotic feelings.
This year marks the 90th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese Workers' and Peasants' Red Army's Long March. Living in an era of peace, we need to think more about how to make the spirit of heroes shine in the new era. For soldiers, it is to transform the remembrance of heroes into the motivation for military training and preparation; for young people, it is to understand how to cherish a happy life and establish lofty aspirations... When we understand history in tribute, draw strength in remembrance, and strengthen our faith in remembrance, the spirit of heroes will take root in our hearts.
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On the training ground, armored vehicles roared. Next to an armored vehicle awaiting repair, I laid out my tool kit in an organized manner, bent over and crawled under the chassis of the armored vehicle, stroking the oil-stained pipes and gears. As an armored vehicle repair technician, I can tell whether the bearings are worn or the oil pipes are leaking with a single touch of my hands—these hands have guarded the ironclad vehicles for 14 years.
Fourteen years ago, in the hot summer, I walked into the army repair shop with longing for the iron torrent, but I was dumbfounded when I looked under the armored vehicle: the lines were dense and the parts were too numerous to count. The squad leader handed me a pair of oil-stained gloves and said, "The repair soldier's 'battlefield' is here."
No matter what technology, if you want to master it, you have to put in a lot of effort. From then on, I stayed close to the armored vehicle. During the day, I followed the squad leader to practice hands-on operations, engraving the specifications and functions of each part in my mind; at night, I "gnawed" on the drawings by the light, disassembling and assembling the parts, often practicing until my fingers were numb. Oil lines, clutches, steering, transmission, I touched them again and again, remembered them again and again, blisters formed on my hands, I punctured them, wrapped them in gauze and continued to practice. Finally, I thoroughly understood the structure of the armored vehicle, and slowly understood the weight of the three words "repair soldier."
Some people may be curious, what's the point of dealing with steel and oil stains every day, and revolving around armored vehicles? I think, watching the armored vehicles I repaired gallop across the battlefield, and my comrades drive them safely on expeditions, this should be the meaning of our repair soldiers sticking to their ordinary combat positions. In the past 14 years, although thick calluses have grown on my palms and fine lines have been carved on the corners of my eyes, I have become more and more determined: the ironclad vehicles are our "comrades," and I want to be the most reliable "doctor."
In 2019, I was responsible for vehicle support tasks in the military parade celebrating the 70th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China. Once, a joint exercise was about to begin, but an armored vehicle suddenly had its throttle lever fall off, stalled during driving, and could not move. Time was tight, so I rushed up with the repair team to repair it. The armored vehicle was exposed to the scorching sun, and the space inside the vehicle was narrow, making it suffocating and breathless, and sweat dripped down my face. My fingers groped between the scalding lever and the oil pump, and I didn't care if they were cut, my mind was full of one thought: fix it quickly, and never delay the task. The moment the armored vehicle restarted and the wheels turned smoothly, I was soaked all over, but I felt extremely at ease.
For me, technology is combat effectiveness. In a cross-regional exercise, an armored vehicle's wheels "locked up" during the insertion, and it was stuck in the "enemy's" firepower threat zone, and the situation was critical. In the dark of night, I led the technical support team and crawled into the power compartment with the dim light of the emergency lights. The structure of the braking system was complex and covered with sand and dust, making troubleshooting particularly difficult. I held my breath and groped little by little by feel, and finally found the fault point. Disassembly, replacement, and exhaust, in less than 20 minutes, the armored vehicle rushed out again. Watching its receding back, I realized one thing: although repair soldiers are not on the front line of the charge, they are also an important part of winning.
独木难成林，众行方致远 (dú mù nán chéng lín, zhòng xíng fāng zhì yuǎn - "a single tree cannot make a forest, many people walking together can reach far," a single person cannot accomplish much, cooperation is essential for success). I handed over the maintenance notes I had taken over the years and the pocket book of common fault diagnosis and troubleshooting that I had compiled to the young repair soldiers. Among them, more and more people have grown into the backbone of equipment support in the unit. Generations of repair soldiers continue to struggle, just to ensure that every piece of equipment can be pulled out and can stand up at any time.
As equipment continues to be updated, I have to keep up with the pace, keep an eye on battlefield needs, work hard to learn skills, and work with my comrades to hand in a "hardcore" answer sheet for our camouflage youth.
(The author is a first-class sergeant of a certain unit of the First Mobile Contingent of the Armed Police, compiled by Li Longyi (李龙伊) and Wei Changhao (魏昶昊))
Return to TopBy: 张文龙 任彤彤
"The Kun is so large, I don't know how many thousands of miles it spans," "The Peng's back, I don't know how many thousands of miles it spans"... Today, the fantastical imagination originating from ancient poetry has transformed into a powerful tool safeguarding the sky.
The Y-20, codenamed "Kunpeng." Its massive "body" is four or five stories high. Underneath its deep gray paint, it stands tall like a steel mountain range. The sunlight plates its enormous wings with a layer of gold, casting a powerful silhouette on the ground.
Recently, a reporter visited an aviation unit of the Air Force under the Central Theater Command (中部战区) to get a close look at the Y-20 and experience the awe-inspiring power of the "Great Power Kunpeng."
"During the 'Nine-Three' military parade, my comrades and I flew this aircraft over Tiananmen Square (天安门广场), receiving the review of the motherland and its people!" said pilot Yuan Bo (袁博) proudly, standing under the wing of the Y-20.
In the 13 years since the successful maiden flight of the Y-20, the "Kunpeng" has spread its wings and flown tens of thousands of miles. Ascending to plateaus, flying over distant seas, crossing deserts, and venturing abroad, this large transport aircraft independently developed by China has successfully completed numerous joint exercises and tasks such as bringing back the remains of the Chinese People's Volunteer Army martyrs from South Korea, embodying the mission and responsibility of the "Great Power Kunpeng."
Ascending the Y-20 via the boarding ladder and entering the cargo hold, the interior space is immediately apparent, exceptionally open and transparent. A leader from the unit introduced, "The cargo hold we are in has a volume of several hundred cubic meters and a payload of dozens of tons, capable of transporting main battle tanks or hundreds of paratroopers."
Looking around, foldable seats are neatly arranged along both sides of the metal cabin walls, and the ground is fitted with numerous tie-down points for securing cargo. From personnel transport to heavy equipment airdrops, from emergency supplies to weaponry, the "Kunpeng" not only has a large carrying capacity but can also quickly reconfigure according to mission needs.
As the roar of the aircraft engines grew louder and the taxiing speed increased, the "Kunpeng" took off, soaring upwards.
Outside the porthole, the sky stretched for thousands of miles. Inside the cabin, the crew members performed their duties. After flying for a while, the reporter stood up from the seat and felt only a slight tremor, walking freely.
Flight safety depends on the full support of the maintenance personnel. As "aircraft doctors," they are responsible for ensuring the normal operation of the equipment. Aircraft mechanic Yang Chao (杨超) said, "Sometimes, to find a single point of failure, we have to continuously troubleshoot for several hours. Our efforts are all for the Y-20 to safely complete every mission."
As the destination drew closer, the flight altitude gradually decreased. As dusk fell, looking out the porthole, the city lights came on, scattered like stars, unfolding a prosperous and peaceful picture on the earth.
Before long, the aircraft approached the ground, about to land. Contrary to expectations, under the precise operation of the pilot, the reporter did not feel a strong bump when this hundred-ton behemoth landed.
After the aircraft came to a complete stop, the cabin door opened again. Captain Zhou Han (周函) recalled the first time he piloted the "Kunpeng": "My most direct feeling was that this aircraft type is very stable and reliable. In complex environments such as plateaus and distant seas, its powerful load capacity and take-off and landing capabilities provide us with solid guarantees."
Inside the cockpit, the co-pilot's fingertips swiped across a tablet, quickly recording various flight data. He explained, "These software programs can help us automatically plan routes and assist with airdrop calculations, all independently developed by the intelligent software development team of our 'Kunpeng Wings' Innovation Studio."
Pilots can also write code? After getting off the plane, the reporter visited the "Kunpeng Wings" Innovation Studio and met Lu Qifan (卢旗凡), the head of the intelligent software development team.
"Da da da..." In the room, the sound of keyboards echoed. Lu Qifan was sitting in front of the computer, leading team members to fix software problems. "We often perform long-distance flight missions, and the tedious navigation calculations are time-consuming and laborious. Could we develop a software that can autonomously plan routes?" Lu Qifan recalled with a smile, "I was so excited when I came up with this idea that I couldn't sleep."
Due to a lack of formal training and experience, this team of "part-time programmers" composed of frontline officers and soldiers experienced many failures and attempts. "Whenever we had free time, we would immerse ourselves in writing code in front of the computer, repeatedly testing, and finally developed the 'Kunpeng Wings' series of software. With these software programs, the deployment time of the troops has been greatly shortened," said Lu Qifan.
From individual "lone wolf" efforts to team-based collaborative problem-solving, the studio model makes the innovation workflow more standardized. In addition to the intelligent software development team, the "Kunpeng Wings" Innovation Studio also includes multiple groups covering 3D printing, tactical theory innovation, and more. Bold exploration and daring innovation have become a prevailing trend here.
Stepping out of the studio, in the clear and pristine night sky, a Y-20 roared past, flying towards a broader sky.
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 倪 弋
An invisible "road" is being paved in the Yangtze River Delta region. This "road" is not a physical road carrying traffic and logistics, but a "highway" surging with information, data, and services—the "One-stop Service" for government services in the Yangtze River Delta.
In late March, the Standing Committees of the People's Congresses of Shanghai, Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Anhui successively passed the "Regulations on Promoting the 'One-stop Service' for Government Services in the Yangtze River Delta" (hereinafter referred to as the "Regulations"). The "Regulations" will take effect simultaneously on May 1 this year.
As the first regional collaborative legislation in the field of government services in the country, it is not only a regulation on paper, but also a "joint action" with a high degree of content coordination and a high degree of consistency in steps. It marks that after years of practical exploration, the "One-stop Service" in the Yangtze River Delta has solidified this reform and innovation achievement in the form of the rule of law, and established unified, clear, and efficient "traffic rules" for this "highway" of government services.
Building Consensus and Unifying Rules
From "Bonsai" to "Landscape"
The Yangtze River Delta region, with less than 4% of the country's land area, creates nearly 1/4 of the country's total economic output. The high-frequency flow of economic factors and the intensive flow of personnel put forward natural requirements for cross-regional government services.
In November 2018, the integrated development of the Yangtze River Delta region was upgraded to a national strategy, and the beautiful vision of "One-stop Service" was accelerated. As of now, the "One-stop Service" platform for government services in the Yangtze River Delta, jointly built by the governments of the three provinces and one city, has opened more than 300 government service items, and has accumulated more than 15.32 million online transactions throughout the entire process.
However, the process is not always smooth. "In the past, we more often spontaneously signed cooperation agreements 'point-to-point' with closely related brother provinces, like 'pairing up'," said Xu Zhe (徐喆), director of the Shanghai Huangpu District Government Service Center (上海市黄浦区政务服务中心). Although this model can solve some problems, it is difficult to form regional synergy, with inconsistent standards and scattered items, like scattered "bonsai" that are difficult to connect into an overall "landscape."
The real bottleneck lies in the deeper institutional level. Enterprise establishment, social security and medical insurance transfer, housing provident fund withdrawal in different places... Behind each cross-provincial business is the involvement of regulations, approval processes, data standards, and business systems of different administrative regions. "The surface is network interconnection, and the inside is institutional coordination. Without unified rules, no matter how fast the data runs, it may be 'braked' in front of institutional 'barriers'," a technical expert who has long participated in the construction of the "One-stop Service" system in the Yangtze River Delta admitted frankly.
Change requires institutional design that transcends the technical level. Collaborative legislation has become a key move. The "Regulations" jointly formulated by the three provinces and one city this time, although concise and only 15 articles, are concise and focused, directly hitting the bottlenecks, and aim to build a unified set of institutional rules.
"The core of collaborative legislation in the Yangtze River Delta is to take serving the national strategy as the traction, take meeting the needs of enterprises and the masses to handle affairs in different places as the guidance, consolidate the effective reform achievements, and provide legal guarantees for solving deeper difficulties and blockages," said Yan Rui (阎锐), director of the Legislative Affairs Commission of the Standing Committee of the Shanghai Municipal People's Congress (上海市人大常委会法工委主任), expressing the original intention of the legislation.
The core system created by the "Regulations" is "list management." This means that in the future, which government service items can be handled across provinces in the Yangtze River Delta will be jointly compiled, jointly released, and dynamically adjusted by the three provinces and one city as a "unified menu." "The establishment of this system is to let companies and individuals know clearly through list-based management and standardized implementation, 'what can be done across provinces, on what basis, and how to do it specifically', and ultimately achieve 'same standards, no difference, and convenient handling'," explained Chen Zhihong (陈志红), director of the Legislative Affairs Commission of the Standing Committee of the Jiangsu Provincial People's Congress (江苏省人大常委会法工委主任).
This list will focus on the high-frequency needs of enterprises from "birth" (access) to "after death" (cancellation), and individuals from birth, education to old-age care throughout the entire life cycle, and gradually expand value-added services such as policies, laws, and finance. "This year, we strive to add 100 'cross-provincial' items, expand from personal services to both enterprises and individuals, and expand from handling services to cross-regional mutual recognition and sharing of qualifications, so as to better promote the upgrade of 'people looking for policies' to 'policies looking for people'," introduced Zhou Xiaoyan (周小燕), deputy director of the Shanghai Municipal Government Office (上海市政府办公厅副主任).
From decentralized exploration to collaborative legislation, from technical connection to unified rules, the three provinces and one city in the Yangtze River Delta are transforming government services from "bonsai" cultivated by each into a unified and continuous "landscape."
Smooth Service and Improved Efficiency
From "Can Be Done" to "Easy to Do"
The "Regulations" build the "four beams and eight pillars," how can the "flesh and blood" of the service be more abundant? What collaborative legislation needs to solve is to make "cross-provincial handling" not only "can be done," but also "easy to do."
In the "Yangtze River Delta Special Window" of the Shanghai Huangpu District Government Service Center (上海市黄浦区政务服务中心), Zhao Yanqiong (赵延琼), a service specialist, works every day by using the "three-piece set" in front of her—a high-speed scanner, a camera, and a headset—to "consult" with colleagues in other cities in the Yangtze River Delta on the other side of the screen to jointly solve the problem of handling affairs in different places for enterprises and the masses. Her computer screen simultaneously displays the acceptance system interfaces of Shanghai and Suzhou (苏州).
"I was deeply impressed once when a high-end clothing company registered in Huangpu District (黄浦区) needed to simultaneously handle the equity changes of its branches in Hangzhou (杭州) and Suzhou (苏州). According to the old method, the person in charge had to travel to both places," Zhao Yanqiong (赵延琼) recalled. Through the Yangtze River Delta "remote virtual window," she had real-time video connections with the specialists of the government service centers in Hangzhou (杭州) and Suzhou (苏州), and the three places jointly reviewed the materials, corrected them online in real time, and then transferred the stamped materials through government express delivery. In the end, the company personnel completed the complex business that originally required multiple cross-provincial trips without leaving Shanghai (上海). As of now, this window in Huangpu District (黄浦区) alone has provided nearly 500 remote virtual window services, serving more than 3,200 companies.
This model of "helping with handling in different places and remote handling" is clearly encouraged and supported in the "Regulations." Its essence is to "spatially replicate" and "remotely deliver" the service capabilities of offline physical windows through digital means, so that people who handle affairs in other places can obtain the same "hands-on" guidance as in the local window.
Zhejiang's "Zheliban (浙里办)", Jiangsu's "Sufuban (苏服办)", and Anhui's "Wanshītōng (皖事通)" also show their strengths. In Zhejiang (浙江), through data sharing and process reengineering, the integrated service of "one thing for the departure of seagoing ships" has been innovatively launched, and the shipowners' handling of departure procedures has changed from running multiple times and submitting multiple materials to applying online once and parallel approval. "We are working hard to create more of these 'cross-provincial' landmark scenarios, deepen the social security card all-in-one card, and quickly share work-related injury medical data, etc., and transform reform measures into tangible convenience for the masses," introduced Liu Xuan (刘璇), deputy director of the Zhejiang Provincial Data Bureau (浙江省数据局副局长).
In Jiangsu (江苏), relying on a powerful government data sharing platform, it is promoting more matters from "can be handled online" to "full online handling" and "easy to handle." In Anhui (安徽), the "Wanshītōng (皖事通)" platform is deeply connected to the Yangtze River Delta service system, and Anhui residents working and living in Shanghai (上海), Jiangsu (江苏), and Zhejiang (浙江) are also handling social security, housing provident fund, and other businesses more smoothly.
From the intimate assistance of the "remote virtual window" to the collaborative network of the "government service chain store" to the continuous innovation of local characteristic applications, the "One-stop Service" in the Yangtze River Delta is transforming the rules established by legislation into vivid practices that make enterprises more worry-free and the masses more comfortable.
Rule of Law Escort and Optimized Ecology
From "Sharing" to "Win-Win"
The promotion and deepening of the "One-stop Service" in the Yangtze River Delta is far more meaningful than government services themselves. It reduces institutional transaction costs through "sharing," optimizes the regional business environment, and ultimately serves a higher "win-win" goal: promoting the free flow of factors, realizing the efficient allocation of resources, and boosting the integrated development of the Yangtze River Delta.
Data is the cornerstone of "sharing" and the fuel of "win-win."
The "Regulations" emphasize strengthening the foundation of data sharing and security in a special chapter, requiring relying on the national integrated government big data system, building a data sharing and exchange platform in the Yangtze River Delta, unifying business data standards, and strengthening full life cycle security protection. At present, the governments of the three provinces and one city have jointly formulated 5 regional local standards such as the "Electronic License Sharing Application Specification" and the "Public Data Classification and Grading Guide," built a Yangtze River Delta government data sharing platform, realized the sharing and mutual recognition of 40 types of high-frequency electronic licenses, gathered 924 data directory items, and registered and mounted 1336 data resources, laying the foundation for achieving broader and more efficient data sharing.
It is through these shared data that educational assistance for students in difficulty in the Yangtze River Delta can realize "exemption from application and immediate enjoyment" through data comparison, and more than 24,000 people have been assisted; residents in the Yangtze River Delta can extract housing provident funds for purchasing houses in different places throughout the entire online process, and more than 46,000 transactions have been completed. The relevant person in charge of the Anhui Provincial Data Resources Administration stated: "The smooth flow of data allows 'Wanshītōng (皖事通)' to not only serve residents of this province, but also allow Anhui residents to enjoy convenient services in any place in the Yangtze River Delta."
A deeper level of "win-win" is reflected in the optimization of the regional development ecology. For Shanghai (上海), the deepening of the "One-stop Service" has continuously enhanced the stickiness and hub function of the headquarters economy, enabling Shanghai (上海) to serve and radiate the Yangtze River Delta more efficiently. For the cities of Jiangsu (江苏), Zhejiang (浙江), and Anhui (安徽), they can better undertake industrial resources, realize precise diversion, and attract enterprises to settle down with a better business environment.
For enterprises, the most direct feeling is the reduction of operating costs and the improvement of efficiency. The person in charge of a technology innovation enterprise with multiple branches in the Yangtze River Delta calculated an account: "In the past, the travel, labor, and time costs of handling cross-provincial business were very high. Now more and more things can be handled in different places, online, and even jointly handled in one window, which is estimated to save the company at least 15% of government coordination costs. This makes us more willing to add to the layout of the industrial chain in the Yangtze River Delta."
"The 'Regulations' are not only the connection of technology, but also the coordination of governance concepts, the unification of institutional rules, and the co-construction of a development ecology," said Yan Rui (阎锐). The "One-stop Service," a government service "highway" escorted by the rule of law, driven by data, and with high service efficiency, will powerfully promote the high-quality development of the Yangtze River Delta region.
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 宋朝军
Why do you need a professional manager to raise a flock of sheep? Can a sheep be broken down into more than 50 parts for sale? And why do you need to do a B-ultrasound for sheep in the fences deep in the mountains?
In the process of cultivating the sheep industry chain, Zhang Zhongshan (张忠山), the director of the Yifei Planting and Breeding Farmers Professional Cooperative (伊菲种植养殖农民专业合作社) in Dongxiang Autonomous County (东乡族自治县), Linxia Hui Autonomous Prefecture (临夏回族自治州), Gansu (甘肃) Province, has his own thoughts. His daily work revolves around the sheepfold. In order to sell the products, the breeding base and production workshop are his live broadcast rooms. From time to time, lambs break into the camera, and netizens affectionately call him the "sheep herder" of the post-90s generation.
Zhang Zhongshan (张忠山) is a native "Dongxiang (东乡) kid." Dongxiang (东乡) was one of the last eight deeply impoverished counties in Gansu (甘肃) to be lifted out of poverty, and is also a key county for national rural revitalization assistance.
"I watched every household raise sheep since I was a child, but in the past, each family only raised dozens of sheep at most." Zhang Zhongshan (张忠山) recalled that the people of Dongxiang (东乡) must open up more ways to make a good "sheep article." In 2017, he returned to his hometown to start a business. The following year, he took the lead in establishing a cooperative and sold mutton to the whole country through e-commerce platforms.
In order to enhance the market influence of "Dongxiang Tribute Sheep (东乡贡羊)," Zhang Zhongshan (张忠山) put a lot of effort into the sales link. He attached a card to each portion of mutton sold, indicating the best cooking method for the corresponding part. Coupled with the effective construction of the entire industrial chain, the annual sales volume has increased significantly, driving hundreds of farmers to become rich together.
Zhang Zhongshan (张忠山) said with emotion: "Today's rural areas are different. As long as you have the ability and are willing to work hard, you can have a vast world to make a difference without leaving your hometown."
"Being a deputy to the National People's Congress is a responsibility, constantly reminding me to be rooted in the countryside and speak for the people." Since being elected as a deputy to the National People's Congress (全国人大), Zhang Zhongshan (张忠山) has put forward practical and feasible suggestions such as improving the rural elderly care and childcare service system, and adding employment opportunities near people's homes based on characteristic industries, turning the "one sheep" article into a "piece of wealth" career.
"To perform duties, you must conduct research anytime, anywhere." Zhang Zhongshan (张忠山) shared his most simple and effective way of performing his duties. In the process of building the industrial chain, Zhang Zhongshan (张忠山) communicated with new farmers in Lanzhou (兰州), Gansu (甘肃), Yiwu (义乌), Zhejiang (浙江), Xiamen (厦门), Fujian (福建) and other places, and learned that many rural areas are facing a problem - e-commerce service stations are not playing a strong role.
"I went to many villages to conduct research. For rural areas, e-commerce services are not only about receiving and sending express delivery, but also a support for rural industrial development." At the National People's Congress (全国两会) in 2023, Zhang Zhongshan (张忠山) put forward suggestions on enabling rural e-commerce service stations to play a more effective role in rural areas, which aroused the attention of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs (农业农村部), the Ministry of Commerce (商务部) and other departments.
In recent years, Zhang Zhongshan (张忠山) has found that the "last mile" of rural e-commerce has been gradually opened up, and transportation is fast and convenient; many areas have set up public welfare positions in e-commerce service stations to make service work more sustainable.
"When there are 10 people, I manage everything myself; when there are 100 people, I need specialized management talents." In the process of performing his duties, Zhang Zhongshan (张忠山) has continued to pay attention to the cultivation of agricultural talents and put forward suggestions to promote the revitalization of rural talents. He cited an example that in recent years, there are more than 700 breeding enterprises in Dongxiang (东乡). Extensive management is difficult to coordinate the employees of many departments, which ultimately affects the refined construction of the entire industrial chain.
The "15th Five-Year Plan" (十五五规划纲要) proposes to "cultivate strong agricultural counties in accordance with local conditions" and "cultivate leading agricultural industrialization enterprises and improve the mechanism for linking farmers and benefiting farmers." In this regard, Zhang Zhongshan (张忠山) is deeply encouraged and full of confidence.
"To strengthen the country, we must first strengthen agriculture, and only when agriculture is strong can the country be strong. As a deputy to the National People's Congress (人大代表) in the field of 'agriculture, rural areas, and farmers,' I will focus on the needs of modern agriculture, make practical suggestions, and work diligently in agriculture." Zhang Zhongshan (张忠山) said that he will continue to expand his horizons, conduct extensive research, speak for the people from the standpoint of the masses, and make the road to rural revitalization wider and wider.
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 刘新吾
"For 'red-letter documents,' this 'Regulation' is both a 'golden hoop' and a 'manual,' urging us to improve our ability and level in formulating documents." said an official in charge of document review and issuance from the General Office of the Shizhu Tujia Autonomous County Government (石柱土家族自治县政府) in Chongqing (重庆).
The "Regulation" mentioned by the official is the "Chongqing Municipal Regulations on the Management of Normative Documents" (重庆市规范性文件管理条例), which was reviewed and approved at the 22nd meeting of the Sixth Chongqing Municipal People's Congress Standing Committee (重庆市六届人大常委会) on March 25 and will officially take effect on June 1. This is the first local regulation in the country on the full life cycle management of normative documents.
Normative documents, commonly known as "red-letter documents," concern the rights and obligations of citizens, legal persons, and other organizations, and involve all aspects of social operation. However, for some time, the formulation and management of normative documents have to varying degrees suffered from problems such as departmental fragmentation and inconsistent standards. Some agencies issue documents at will, and some functional departments' internal institutions "downgrade" to issue documents. The phenomenon of repeated and multiple document issuance at the grassroots level occurs from time to time.
The "Regulation" consists of 6 chapters and 41 articles, covering the authority to formulate, procedural norms, review and evaluation, and supervisory responsibilities. It includes all normative documents formulated by people's congresses at all levels in the city, "one government, one committee, and two courts" (一府一委两院), and organizations authorized by laws and regulations into the scope of application, implementing "full-caliber" standardization and breaking the management barriers of past departmental fragmentation.
"Managing normative documents well is an embodiment of putting power into the cage of the system. This 'Regulation' tightens the 'opening' of power and eliminates the space for random document issuance." Ye Jinyu (叶金育), an expert at the Chongqing Normative Document Filing Review and Research Center (重庆市规范性文件备案审查研究中心) and Dean of the Law School of Southwest University (西南大学), introduced that Chongqing (重庆) is promoting the "Normative Document Formulation Subject List System." State organs and relevant organizations outside the list are not allowed to formulate normative documents, especially deliberative and coordinating bodies, temporary institutions, and unauthorized public institutions are not allowed to issue documents "beyond their authority."
In the past, some grassroots cadres deeply felt that when a higher-level document was issued, the lower level was required to "urgently formulate supporting documents"; before the supporting documents were implemented, new document issuance requirements were received... Layer-by-layer supporting and layer-by-layer document issuance left the grassroots exhausted, and the 文山会海 (wén shān huì hǎi - "mountains of documents and seas of meetings," an overwhelming amount of paperwork and meetings) resurfaced.
In this regard, the "Regulation" clearly stipulates that if laws, regulations, and higher-level normative documents have already made clear provisions, or other normative documents at the same level have specific provisions on the same matter and are still applicable, the formulating agency should avoid repeating the provisions. At the same time, the formulated normative documents generally should not require other state organs or organizations to formulate supporting normative documents.
"The higher level cannot arbitrarily 'pass the buck' and let the lower level issue documents again, which reduces the burden on the grassroots from the system." said Dai Jie (代杰), Deputy Director of the Filing Review Division of the Filing Review Working Committee of the Chongqing Municipal People's Congress Standing Committee (重庆市人大常委会备案审查工委).
Making the entire process of normative documents traceable is also a major innovation of this "Regulation."
The "Regulation" clarifies that the validity period of provisional and trial documents shall not exceed 5 years, and they will automatically become invalid if they are not extended according to the procedure upon expiration. It establishes a validity monitoring and invalidation reminder mechanism to prevent documents from "long-term dormancy" and "vague validity." In response to special scenarios such as emergency response, the "Regulation" also specifically sets up a simplified procedure, balancing standardization and administrative efficiency.
"Once normative documents are issued, they must be widely publicized to the public and cannot be 'partially hidden'." Huang Gu (黄谷), Director of the Filing Review Working Committee of the Chongqing Municipal People's Congress Standing Committee (重庆市人大常委会备案审查工委), introduced that the "Regulation" promotes the formation of a management chain of normative documents that includes "standardized formulation at the source, collaborative supervision during the process, and closed-loop evaluation after the event," which will effectively ensure the standardization, quality improvement, and efficiency enhancement of all types of "red-letter documents" at all levels in the city.
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"Implementing the Strong Primary Healthcare Project," "Strengthening Basic Medical and Health Services"... This year's "Government Work Report" repeatedly mentioned the medical and health work I am engaged in, which is inspiring. In exchanges with other National People's Congress (NPC) deputies, I found that people's livelihood is a common concern. From medical care to employment, from education to elderly care, what the people expect is what we should do.
Starting from carrying a medicine box to visit villages and households, my medical career has spanned more than forty years. As an NPC deputy who came from the front line of clinical practice, whether saving lives on the operating table or speaking for the people in the meeting place, it is inseparable from accurately identifying pain points and prescribing the right medicine.
On the road of performing my duties, I often go into wards and among medical staff to listen to patients' medical experiences and ask about the actual needs of the front line. As long as we open our hearts to listen to public opinion, we can always find some good ways to solve problems.
For example, in the survey, I found that the "data island phenomenon" of medical data is prominent - the data of various regions, institutions, and disciplines are like a pile of scattered "puzzle" fragments, and it is difficult to piece together a "treasure map" leading to future smart medical care by relying on one's own strength. To this end, I proposed to strengthen the interconnection and sharing of medical insurance and medical public data, calling for breaking down barriers and allowing data to run in an orderly manner, which is also conducive to China's breakthrough innovation in the field of medical artificial intelligence. Subsequently, relevant departments called to listen to the voices of patients we learned from the front line of clinical practice. At present, all provinces in the country have achieved more than 200 items of mutual recognition of inspection and test results between medical institutions within the city. Twenty-five provinces have built provincial-level image clouds, with a cumulative total of more than 350 million views.
The proposal has been implemented effectively. Taking the First Affiliated Hospital of the School of Medicine, Zhejiang University (浙江大学医学院附属第一医院), where I work, as an example, innovative practices in smart medical care are being carried out. Not long ago, a patient from another place told me that in the hospital, a mobile phone can be used to complete the entire process of pre-diagnosis consultation, registration and number retrieval, and inspection check-in, and the results of off-site inspections can also be consulted and mutually recognized, which saves a lot of trouble. Ordinary patients may not be clear about what technology is used behind this, but the more efficient, more accurate, and more convenient medical gains are what the people can truly feel. I felt particularly gratified to hear the patient's recognition.
As an NPC deputy, I am well aware that tertiary Grade A hospitals are the main force in making smart medical care benefit more patients, while primary medical institutions are the foundation. To this end, I have organized and coordinated meetings many times, focusing on the blockages and pain points of smart hospital construction, so that well-known hospitals, street community medical institutions, and rural health institutions can express their opinions and pool their wisdom to strive to upgrade "artificial intelligence + medical care" from "point-like attempts" in some disciplines and some hospitals to practical results that can be learned from, replicated, and promoted.
Nowadays, in many hospitals, artificial intelligence image-assisted systems can assist patients in diagnosis, pathology assistants can locate tiny lesions in seconds, and large models can summarize patients' conditions in real time and assist doctors in writing medical records, which not only greatly saves diagnosis time, but also helps us to avoid missed diagnoses and misdiagnoses as much as possible.
In recent years, the tide of technological innovation has been surging forward, and I have personally experienced the tremendous changes in the medical industry. Every progress is to solve the pain points of the masses in seeking medical treatment, and these pain points can only be understood at the front line and solved with true feelings.
I believe that artificial intelligence will become a good assistant to doctors, helping doctors to spend more energy at the bedside of patients, promoting the universal accessibility of medical resources, and allowing more people to enjoy high-quality medical services at their doorsteps. And the heavy identity of the NPC deputy will also always urge me to go deep into the masses, perform my duties, and do more practical things to solve the urgent needs and expectations of the masses.
(The author is NPC Deputy and President of the First Affiliated Hospital of the School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, interviewed and compiled by Qi Yukun (亓玉昆) and Liu Junguo (刘军国), reporters of this newspaper)
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In 2006, Comrade Xi Jinping (习近平), then Secretary of the Zhejiang Provincial Party Committee, proposed that the China Academy of Art should "accelerate its construction into a world-class academy of fine arts that embodies the highest level of Chinese culture and art research and teaching." Over the past 20 years, the faculty and students of the China Academy of Art have kept this instruction firmly in mind, diligently cultivating their fields with a spirit of enterprise, striving to answer the question of how to build a "world-class" institution.
This era's artistic journey is deeply rooted in a millennium of cultural heritage. In 1104, Emperor Huizong of Song (宋徽宗) established the Painting Academy, pioneering Chinese art education institutions. His concept of "selecting officials through painting" and "conveying the Dao through art" constitutes the unique cultural gene of Chinese art education. In modern times, amidst the intellectual ferment of the "debate between ancient and modern, Chinese and Western," modern Chinese higher art education began with difficulty. In 1928, Mr. Cai Yuanpei (蔡元培) founded the National Academy of Art (now the China Academy of Art) on the shores of West Lake (西子湖畔), advocating the use of a love of beauty to "truly complete people's lives." Lin Fengmian (林风眠), the first president, established the educational philosophy of "introducing Western art, organizing Chinese art, harmonizing Chinese and Western art, and creating art of the times." After the founding of the People's Republic of China, from the introduction of the Soviet model to the exploration of an independent path, and then to art studies becoming an independent discipline, Chinese higher art education gradually developed and improved in practice. In the tide of changing times and disciplinary reforms, the China Academy of Art has continuously adjusted its direction, adhered to its cultural roots, and stood at the forefront of the times.
This adherence and quest are not solitary endeavors but are oriented towards the world and based on the times. A review of the development history of art academies worldwide reveals that their evolution is always closely linked to the cultural demands of the nation and its people. In 1563, the Academy of Fine Arts of Florence (佛罗伦萨美术学院) in Italy was officially established, making artistic creation serve the shaping of social ideology. In 1648, the Royal Academy of Painting and Sculpture of France (法兰西皇家绘画与雕塑学院) was founded, forming an official art education system marked by the "Prix de Rome" and the French Academy. In 1757, Russia established its first Imperial Academy of Arts (皇家美术学院), cultivating local artistic talents. The rise of art academies worldwide demonstrates that first-class art academies are not only places for imparting skills but also bearers of national cultural will and shapers of national aesthetic ideals. As the criteria for evaluating university construction increasingly shift towards "autonomy," the ability to grow unique temporal coordinates from one's own cultural soil has become an important indicator for universities to join the ranks of world-class institutions.
Currently, the world is undergoing profound changes unseen in a century, and culture and art are increasingly becoming an important source of stimulating national cohesion and creativity. How can Chinese art tell Chinese stories based on its own academic concepts, theoretical categories, and creative methods? The China Academy of Art takes the construction of "Oriental Studies of Visual Art" as its core, systematically promotes the construction of an independent Chinese art knowledge system, and focuses on cultivating young talents who are "proficient in character and learning, proficient in art and theory, proficient in ancient and modern, and proficient in Chinese and foreign cultures." With the inheritance and innovation of traditional Chinese art as its aim, it constructs an art practice and theoretical training system that runs through bachelor's, master's, and doctoral programs. The Xianghu National Academy (湘湖国学院) aims to rebuild the Chinese traditional art system of "interconnected art and theory, mutually beneficial Dao and skills, and complementary learning and cultivation," and connects disciplines and majors through four research centers: Chinese characters, instruments and Dao, landscape, and garden construction. It took the lead in launching the compilation project of "The Complete Collection of Chinese Calligraphy of Past Dynasties" (中国历代书法大系), forming a "dual star shining" trend with "The Complete Collection of Chinese Paintings of Past Dynasties" (中国历代绘画大系). It took more than 10 years to compile and publish 44 volumes of "The Grand Canon of the Road of the National Academy of Art" (国美之路大典), totaling approximately 18 million words, presenting the development history of modern Chinese art education. These practices together constitute the China Academy of Art's path of independent development based on consolidating cultural subjectivity. It is neither a transplant of Western models nor a return to tradition, but an exploration unfolded on the basis of a clear understanding of its own historical position.
The character "艺" (yì - art) in oracle bone script depicts a person kneeling to plant seedlings. Cultivating the land is also the foundation for the advancement of art. For a long time, the China Academy of Art has practiced the creative orientation of "people-centeredness" and the educational philosophy of running education rooted in the land of China, proposing the educational proposition of "taking the countryside as the academy," and transforming the vast fields into educational sites. For many years, teachers and students of the school have been rooted in Liangshan (凉山) in Sichuan and Ningde (宁德) in Fujian, implementing counterpart support for aesthetic education. The "Rural Art Class" covers more than 800 rural schools, benefiting millions of children. The Beautiful China Research Institute transforms the artistic practices scattered across the Chinese land into searchable and researchable academic resources, allowing teachers and students to touch the pulse of the times at the forefront of urban renewal and comprehensive rural revitalization. The School of Social Aesthetic Education focuses on lifelong aesthetic education, launching the National Academy of Art Night School and the National Academy of Art Cloud Class, serving more than 5 million people annually. In the symbiosis with the countryside and the dialogue with the times, the adherence to cultural subjectivity provides a solid foundation for cultural confidence.
To join the ranks of "world-class," it is necessary to first reach the "highest level."
The "highest level" is embodied in the mission and responsibility of opening up new realms of literature and art with high-quality masterpieces. In previous national major theme art creation projects, teachers and students of the China Academy of Art have actively participated, creating excellent works such as the oil painting "Sailing - The First National Congress of the Communist Party of China" (启航——中共一大会议) and the large-scale group sculpture "Tackling Key Problems" (攻坚). In major events such as the Shanghai World Expo, the G20 Hangzhou Summit (二十国集团杭州峰会), and the Hangzhou Asian Games (杭州亚运会), teachers and students of the school have completed design tasks with high quality, leaving a profound spiritual epic and a clear visual imprint for the country.
The "highest level" is embodied in the creative ability to rejuvenate the millennium of cultural heritage in contemporary times. In recent years, the school has promoted the creative transformation and innovative development of outstanding traditional Chinese culture through a series of cultural activities. The "Song Charm Today" (宋韵今辉) art exhibition allowed the authentic works of the "Four Masters of the Southern Song Dynasty" (南宋四大家) to gather in Hangzhou for the first time in 800 years, opening a dialogue across time and space. During the Zhao Wuji (赵无极) Centennial Retrospective Exhibition, his family donated 213 works to the school's art museum, filling the gap in the collection of Zhao Wuji's oil paintings in Chinese mainland public art museums. One high-level art practice after another continues to inject fresh blood into the inheritance of Chinese culture.
The "highest level" is embodied in the dialogue ability to establish cultural coordinates in the global exchange and mutual learning of civilizations. The school signed a strategic cooperation agreement with the Venice Biennale (威尼斯双年展) in Italy, and jointly planned the exhibition "The Perfect Path - Hangzhou, Marco Polo's 'City of Paradise,'" which is the first time that the Venice Biennale has gone out of Italy and jointly curated an exhibition with an international academic institution. Entrusted by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism (文化和旅游部), I serve as the curator of the Chinese National Pavilion at the 61st Venice International Art Biennale in 2026. Professor Wang Shu (王澍) and Lu Wenyu (陆文宇) of our school serve as the chief curators of the 20th Venice Architecture Biennale in 2027, which is the first time since the exhibition was held that Chinese architects have served as the chief curators. Based on a deep cultural foundation, teachers and students of the China Academy of Art have repeatedly demonstrated the charm of Chinese culture in the important world art scene, participating in the shaping of the global art landscape with an active attitude, and clearly establishing Chinese cultural coordinates in the world art map.
The "highest level" is more embodied in the innovative strength to respond to the propositions of the times. Facing the wave of artificial intelligence, the school proposed to organically combine "artificial intelligence" and "artistic intelligence," adhering to the "global and local dual-wheel drive, and the two-way convergence of humanities and technology," and build a cross-border innovative "reactor." The school continues to promote interdisciplinary and industry-education collaboration, and through the first batch of Ministry of Education's Philosophy and Social Sciences Laboratory, the Cultural and Creative Design Intelligent Manufacturing Laboratory, carries out teaching and research in the directions of perceptual design, mixed reality, and design intelligent manufacturing, promoting the integration and development of art and science in more than half of the school's disciplines and majors. The China Design Intelligence Award (DIA) hosted by the China Academy of Art has attracted more than 6,000 high-precision enterprises and more than 800 universities around the world to participate over the past 10 years, and has successively stimulated the innovation vitality of a number of emerging technology companies such as Unitree Robotics, BrainCo, and Rokid. The China Academy of Art National University Science Park has incubated representative cultural innovation enterprises such as "Game Science," forming a cultural and creative industry belt around the academy, promoting the creation of works such as the game "Black Myth: Wukong" (黑神话：悟空), and making a unique contribution to the overseas promotion of culture.
The growth of an art university witnesses the adherence to cultural self-awareness. Building a world-class university is not a simple attainment of existing standards, but a participation in the definition and writing of standards with its own cultural subjectivity. How to open up a path of art education with a global vision and Chinese spirit on the magnificent journey of building a strong cultural country and a strong education country is the most thought-provoking proposition that the 20 years of practice of the China Academy of Art has left to the times.
(The author is the President of the China Academy of Art)
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In recent years, with the continuous advancement of building a strong cultural nation, China's (我国) art museum industry has entered a period of rapid development. The number of venues has continued to grow, and hardware facilities have been continuously improved. "Visiting art museums" has gradually become a way of life. However, behind the "art museum fever," hidden concerns about the industry's development have become increasingly prominent. Some art museums have not truly achieved sound operation and are instead facing a dual crisis of survival and positioning.
Some art museums are overly dependent on commercial revenue and traffic benefits to maintain operations, taking the holding of internet-famous exhibitions, seeking commercial cooperation, and obtaining high ticket revenue as their primary goals. They weaken collection research, dilute the academic nature of curatorial work, and abandon the construction of artistic value, gradually degenerating from professional art institutions into ordinary exhibition venues, consumption spaces, and check-in locations.
The main problem with this phenomenon lies in confusing the boundaries between cultural undertakings and cultural industries, simply equating the work of art museums, which belongs to public cultural undertakings, with the operation of cultural industries, and replacing the public logic and academic logic that art museums should adhere to with market logic and profit-making logic. It is important to be wary of the loss of identity of art museums under the tide of marketization, recognize the essence of cultural undertakings and cultural industries, and clarify the boundaries. This is an important prerequisite for achieving high-quality development of the art museum industry.
Art museums are non-profit public cultural institutions whose main mission is to collect, protect, research, and display human artistic achievements, carry out art history construction, knowledge production, and public aesthetic education, serve public cultural interests, and help enhance the spirit of society. The cultural industry focuses on the production of cultural commodities, market profitability, and capital appreciation, follows consumer demand and commercial competition rules, and has distinct operational, profit-making, and industrial characteristics. There are fundamental differences between the two that cannot be confused: the main reliance of art museums is on non-renewable public cultural resources, which cannot be traded or mass-produced; the cultural industry takes reproducible and consumable cultural products as its object and pursues market exchange value. Therefore, copying the logic of the cultural industry to operate art museums is a fundamental misreading of the public cultural attributes and the value of public institutions.
Some art museums have moved towards commercialization and entertainment, not as an active choice, but as a passive response to a lack of operating funds. Collection maintenance, academic research, venue operation, and public education all require long-term and stable financial support. In the face of the persistent reality of funding gaps, some art museums have had to make up for expenses by holding commercial exhibitions and venue rentals. However, this expedient measure of "supporting the museum with commerce" has gradually mutated into "replacing the museum with commerce" in the absence of institutional constraints. In order to quickly obtain revenue, some art museums have abandoned academic research that is long-cycle, high-cost, and slow to produce results, and instead pursue entertainment exhibitions that have high traffic, hot topics, and quick returns. How to avoid falling into a vicious cycle of the more money you lack, the more commercialized you become, and the more commercialized you become, the more de-academicized you become?
Mature international art museums generally adopt a for-profit model under a non-profit framework, that is, on the premise of adhering to academic positioning, publicness, and artistic value, they obtain support through diversified channels such as cultural and creative development, social donations, public welfare funds, corporate sponsorships, membership systems, and public education services. All income is returned to collection, research, exhibitions, and public education, and is not used for capital dividends and commercial profit-making. The characteristic of this development model is that business behavior serves academic missions and public interests, rather than replacing missions; financial income is used to strengthen the value of cultural undertakings, rather than kidnapping value. It can not only effectively alleviate financial pressure, but also avoid academic hollowing out and value entertainment, and achieve a virtuous cycle of social support and professional adherence. Therefore, the correct direction for art museums is to establish a standardized, transparent, and sustainable for-profit system under a non-profit framework, rather than directly moving towards marketization and industrialization.
It must be recognized that art museums are the guardians of human artistic heritage, the producers of artistic knowledge, the builders of intellectual fields, and the cultivators of public aesthetics. The core competitiveness of art museums has never been traffic and revenue, but the ability to protect and utilize collections, academic research, and knowledge production. To achieve high-quality development of the art museum industry, it is necessary to further strengthen public financial security and improve the diversified fundraising mechanism; adhere to the non-profit nature and eliminate profit-oriented industrial operations; strengthen the construction of the academic system and build an evaluation standard with cultural value, social value, and academic value as its core. Only in this way can art museums maintain their academic position and truly assume the social responsibility of cultural inheritance, aesthetic enlightenment, and spiritual guidance.
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Once spring arrives, heaven and earth are transformed.
Spring is not just a season, but a summons, proclaiming the end of the long winter and the renewal of all things. If you want to find the charm of spring, you might as well look at ancient paintings.
Among the many memories of spring, the most magical is the silkworm. It is said that on the night when spring thunder rolls over the roof, silkworm eggs will hatch together, arriving as scheduled. I never quite believed it, so one year I insisted on watching. Sure enough, there was thunder in the night, but I didn't make it to that moment and fell asleep. The next day, when I looked again, the box was covered with dense little black dots, which scared me so much that I almost threw the box away. The experience of secretly raising silkworms in a desk drawer is probably something many people have had, right? Lining the pencil case with paper and mulberry leaves, and peeking at the young silkworms eating mulberry leaves as soon as class was over. Hearing that someone's mulberry leaves were plump and tender, you would definitely try to find some to feed them. Wen Shu's (文俶) "Spring Silkworm Eating Leaves" (春蚕食叶图轴) from the Ming Dynasty records this spring interest. On the fat green mulberry leaves, several white silkworms are burying their heads in eating, leaving large and small holes in the leaves, with slightly red mulberries dotted among them. The picture is extremely quiet, but you can almost hear the rustling sound of silkworms eating mulberry leaves. Thinking of them slowly shedding their skin, gradually becoming transparent, until they complete the miracle of breaking out of their cocoons, one can't help but feel awe.
Earlier than silkworms to perceive spring are ducks. In Zhang Xiong's (张熊) "Spring Warmth in the Pond" (池塘春暖图册页) from the Qing Dynasty, several newly hatched little yellow ducks float in the pond, round like swimming balls of cotton. "The duck is the first to know when the river warms in spring," Su Dongpo's (苏东坡) words reveal the closeness of birds and nature. Watching the ducklings waddle and test the water, a simple sense of love wells up in people's hearts. That kind of emotion truly ties people and nature together.
If silkworms and ducks are the lively side of spring, then Zhu Shuzhong's (朱叔重) "Willow Colors on a Spring Pond" (春塘柳色图轴) from the Yuan Dynasty (partial view in the picture) hides the quietness of spring. A pond of spring water, a few rows of new willows, distant mountains faintly visible, travelers walking in the spring breeze, everything is in the state of about to happen but not yet. This kind of quiet is not dead silence, but the breath of spring when it is moving secretly. Chinese painting emphasizes 气韵生动 (qì yùn shēng dòng - "spiritual consonance and lifelike," conveying a sense of vitality and inner spirit). I understand it as: what is painted is stillness, but there is something moving in the stillness. This painting is an excellent footnote. You can't see the wind, but the willow branches tremble slightly; you can't hear the sound, but the spring water seems to be rising slowly. It is a kind of implicit power, accumulating the vitality that is about to explode.
Of course, spring is never just leisure and elegance. In Chen Mei's (陈枚) "Plowing and Weaving Picture Album - First Weeding" (耕织图册之“一耘”) from the Qing Dynasty, people are busy with another kind of spring. The paddy fields are like mirrors, and farmers bend over to cultivate large areas of neat and fresh green. This is the spring that belongs to the land, without romance, only solid labor. The agricultural proverb says "If people delay the land for a while, the land will delay people for a year," which fully expresses the weight of spring plowing. For laborers who live on the land, spring is the food and hope for the year. The bent figures in the painting are ancestors, fathers, and the epitome of all hardworking cultivators. Their spring is irrigated with sweat. And Yu Zhiding's (禹之鼎) "Spring Spring Washing Medicine Picture" (春泉洗药图) from the Qing Dynasty leads spring to a more introspective level. The ancients often used spring water to wash away dust and mud, both for cleanliness and as a symbol. Isn't spring such a big wash? Washing away the stagnation of winter, washing away the accumulated depression of the old year, so that the body and mind become clean and sensitive again.
Don't forget that flying and happy spring. Swinging is one of the oldest games in spring. The second page of Wu Bin's (吴彬) "Celebrating the Years" (岁华纪胜图册) from the Ming Dynasty depicts the scene of swinging: a woman swings in mid-air, her clothes fluttering, others pushing or watching, laughing and talking. Who hasn't had the moment of swinging hard on a swing and letting the wind pass by their ears? At that moment, people seem to break free from the earth's gravity and also break free from the constraints of everyday life. Li Qingzhao's (李清照) words "After kicking the swing, I get up lazily to tidy my slender hands" express the laziness and joy that is unique to spring.
The days when the spring breeze blows only come once a year. Those springs hidden in ancient paintings, across hundreds of years, are still as fresh as ever. This is not the memory of one person, but the spring scene shared by generations. Swallows will fly away, flowers will fall, but painters use their brushes to seal the romance of spring, making the moment of vitality and emotion eternal.
(The author is the vice president of Tianjin Yangliuqing Painting Academy (天津杨柳青画院))
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Flower-and-bird painting is one of the three major subjects of Chinese painting, with a rich cultural heritage. As early as the Neolithic Age, flower-and-bird images already appeared on pottery in the form of patterns. During the Spring and Autumn and Warring States periods, people began to organically integrate realistic techniques in painting with the decorative awareness of painting works. After flower-and-bird painting became an independent subject in the Tang Dynasty, it was greatly developed in the Song Dynasty. The technical system became increasingly complete, forming an artistic tradition and aesthetic pursuit that emulated nature and combined form and spirit.
Over thousands of years, flower-and-bird painting has continuously evolved in its inheritance. Although today's flower-and-bird painting creation closely follows the changes of the times, it also faces different degrees of difficulties in terms of conception, subject matter, brush and ink, and form. For example, over-focusing on techniques and falling into simple application of traditional models; classic themes are difficult to produce new ideas, lacking connection with real life; young people lack sufficient research on traditional culture, resulting in works that are "technically refined but shallow in meaning," etc. How to promote the inheritance and innovation of flower-and-bird painting has become an urgent issue for flower-and-bird painting teaching in various colleges and universities.
As an artistic form with highly Chinese cultural identification, flower-and-bird painting carries a unique Chinese aesthetic spirit. Its study cannot be separated from in-depth research and inheritance of tradition, and copying is the foundation. By copying classic works of past dynasties, students can not only master traditional painting techniques, but also understand the spiritual meaning and cultural character behind the works. Copying is not a simple reproduction, nor is it a mechanical skill training, but focuses on grasping the unity of "skill" and "Tao," and realizing the natural transformation from copying to creation. Taking ink bamboo creation as an example, on the basis of understanding its brush and ink structure, understanding the relationship between the characteristics of the object itself and the refinement of brush and ink, and integrating the neatness of regular script, the fluency of running script, and the unrestrainedness of cursive script into the brush, one can generate brush and ink images with different styles. In every stage of artistic creation, it is necessary to constantly look back at tradition, study classics, draw nourishment from the experience of predecessors, and seek breakthroughs in order to open up new realms.
"道法自然" (dào fǎ zì rán - "Tao follows nature," the idea that humans should follow nature's way) is the ideal realm pursued by Chinese philosophy, and flower-and-bird painting creation also takes nature as its teacher. Guiding students to observe the changes of flowers and leaves in the morning and evening, and the birds flapping their wings, finding the rhythm of life in nature, and finding the unchanging law in change, is a necessary path for teaching. Multi-angle on-site sketching, fragment accumulation, etc., can train students' ability to keenly capture and screen materials. Creation through sketching and sorting can enable them to fully exert their creativity and allow the paintings to break through the limitations of time and space. For example, the blooming flowers in spring, the lush greenery in summer, the golden harvest in autumn, and the silver wrapping in winter can all be included in one painting. This not only exercises students' composition and organization skills, but also tests the various techniques they have learned, and is also a natural dialogue of observing things and creating meaning, and the integration of things and me.
The ultimate goal of encouraging students to transform copying and creation and sort out sketches is to achieve free creation. This creation is not only a display of skills, but also an expression of the artist's inner world. Expressing personality ideals with flowers and birds as the carrier, and showing the harmonious integration of the main body's life feelings and all things in nature, is the spirit of flower-and-bird painting. Wen Tong's (文同) reclining bamboo, Wang Mian's (王冕) cold plum, and Xu Wei's (徐渭) ink grapes are all externalizations of their thoughts, feelings, and aesthetic tastes. In addition to paying attention to the expression of inner spirit, it is also necessary to guide students to pursue formal beauty, especially to inject contemporary aesthetics into traditional programs. For example, inspiring students to combine the exaggerated and simple shapes in folk art with modern sketching, or to integrate the colors of Dunhuang (敦煌) murals into modern composition. On this basis, promote students to deeply understand the realm of "似与不似" (sì yǔ bù sì - "resemblance and non-resemblance," a state of art that captures the essence of the subject without being overly realistic). At this stage, creation no longer pursues simple realism, but emphasizes the expression of charm and artistic conception. Only when the creator combines the essential characteristics of the object with personal emotions and imagination can he create artistic images that are both real and abstract, making the work more artistic and infectious.
The times are developing, and traditional flower-and-bird painting teaching urgently needs to make corresponding adjustments within the existing framework: strengthening the excavation of local culture, allowing students to understand the symbiotic relationship between traditional Chinese spatial aesthetics and flower-and-bird painting in the investigation of classical gardens; introducing ecological field surveys, combined with sketching, to cultivate students' systematic understanding of natural ecology; adhering to interdisciplinary linkage, seeking innovative entry points from art categories such as calligraphy, photography, sculpture, and design; exploring the integration with digital technology to enrich the expression and dissemination methods of flower-and-bird painting. Future flower-and-bird painting creators should not only be inheritors of skills, but also interpreters of traditional culture, advocates of ecological aesthetics, and disseminators of Eastern aesthetics, so that flower-and-bird painting will always remain vibrant.
(The author is the director of the Flower-and-Bird Painting Department of the School of Chinese Painting, Central Academy of Fine Arts (中央美术学院))
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Today, the mental health of adolescents has become a focus of social attention. In strengthening mental health education for adolescents, aesthetic education demonstrates unique value. As an important carrier of aesthetic education, the comprehensive characteristics of traditional handicrafts—"hands-on practice, emotional expression, and cultural immersion"—provide new ideas for building a systematic psychological intervention path. Among many traditional handicrafts, I believe clay sculpture is the best key to opening the door to a child's heart.
The choice of clay sculpture as a medium for implementing psychological intervention is not accidental. As the sensory system of early human development, the sense of touch is directly related to the emotional regulation center. The texture, temperature, and viscosity of clay can quickly shift the body from a state of stress to a state of relaxation. The memory of playing with mud in childhood leads many people to form the cognition that "mud = safety/happiness." Even without relevant experience, the plasticity of clay allows people to gain a sense of control. People can knead and pat the clay at will, releasing inner pressure and unloading psychological defenses without destroying anything. At the same time, clay sculpture creation can activate multiple areas of the brain: the motor cortex controls fine hand movements, and the prefrontal cortex participates in planning, decision-making, and emotional regulation. During the process of focused creation, adolescents easily enter a state of "flow," temporarily setting aside negative emotions and gaining a sense of happiness and self-identification in an immersive experience.
In promoting cognitive development, the role of clay sculpture is equally undeniable. Every step of clay sculpture making—from selecting and kneading the clay to sculpting details and applying colors—requires full concentration. This process helps cultivate adolescents' concentration and patience. In addition, the clay sculpture making process is interlinked, and any problem in one step may affect the overall effect. This requires creators to plan ahead and gradually improve their works. Over time, this can strengthen planning and execution. This improvement in ability will also transfer to daily study and life, helping adolescents better cope with various challenges.
More rare is that clay sculpture subtly enhances adolescents' cultural identity. As a treasure of traditional handicrafts, clay sculpture contains rich cultural connotations. When creating clay sculptures, adolescents naturally develop a sense of identity with traditional culture by learning about the historical stories behind them and studying traditional techniques. Moreover, collective clay sculpture creation and group interaction can build warm community relationships, creating a harmonious environment for the psychological growth of adolescents.
The diversified psychological intervention based on clay sculpture aims to build a system of "respect, experience, connection, and development" with the core of "awakening inner growth motivation." It encourages teachers to return the initiative of creation to students, allowing them to independently choose themes, techniques, and expressions; to pay attention to the complete psychological state changes of adolescents from touching the clay to completing the work; to use "descriptive feedback" instead of "good or bad evaluation" when judging works; and to focus on the long-term growth of adolescents' mental health, regarding clay sculpture creation as a window for observing their emotional regulation and cognitive development.
I once saw such a moving case. In the theme creation of "The Home of Emotional Little Monsters," a child who was usually silent sculpted "anger" into a little monster locked in a cage. He said, "It wants to come out, but now is not the time." The teacher did not ask further, but simply nodded gently, giving him enough respect and space. After the work was completed, the child took the initiative to speak during the sharing session: "Actually, that monster is me, but I am not afraid of it anymore. I can control it." At that moment, I deeply realized that the power of clay sculpture is far more than artistic influence. It provides adolescents with a safe and free emotional outlet, allowing them to release stress and gain emotional recognition in creation. Teachers do not need to conduct psychological counseling deliberately, but only need to provide materials, companionship, and guidance, and change will happen naturally.
The essence of aesthetic education is to nourish the soul and revitalize it. Allowing every adolescent to find inner peace and strength, and to gain happiness and growth in the dialogue with clay, is the original intention of researchers exploring clay sculpture as a medium for psychological intervention.
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