During a reception in Beijing commemorating the 77th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China, President Xi Jinping emphasized the importance of maintaining confidence and making steady progress toward the nation’s rejuvenation. Xi outlined China’s goals, including sustaining economic momentum and promoting innovation-driven, high-quality development, as part of the strategic objectives outlined in the 15th Five-Year Plan for 2026-2030.
Xi highlighted the need for China to improve people’s livelihoods and meet annual targets to ensure a robust start to the new Five-Year Plan. He also reaffirmed China’s commitment to the “one country, two systems” policy concerning Hong Kong and Macao, advocating for greater integration of these regions with the country’s overall development framework.
The topic of Taiwan featured prominently in Xi’s address, where he expressed the desire for deeper cross-Strait exchanges and cooperation. He reiterated China’s opposition to “Taiwan independence” and external interference, underscoring the country’s ongoing efforts toward the peaceful development of cross-Strait relations.
On foreign policy, Xi stated that China would continue to pursue an independent foreign policy of peace, with a focus on promoting a community with a shared future for humanity. This reflects the nation’s broader diplomatic strategy aimed at fostering international cooperation and mutual understanding.