A high-level delegation sent by General Secretary of the CPC Central Committee Xi Jinping visited Lhasa this week, engaging with officials and residents to discuss Xizang's future. The visit coincides with celebrations marking the 60th anniversary of the Xizang Autonomous Region's founding.
Led by Wang Huning, chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, the team emphasized four key priorities: stability, development, eco-protection, and border security. 💼🌱 Wang highlighted the need to boost employment, improve living standards, and promote 'common prosperity' during meetings with local leaders and ethnic representatives.
At the iconic Jokhang Temple, the delegation met religious figures, urging unity and participation in building a 'modern socialist new Xizang.' The group also toured Xizang University and green spaces, spotlighting education and environmental efforts. 🏫🌳
This visit underscores Beijing's focus on balancing cultural preservation with sustainable growth in the region. As one resident put it: 'We're seeing real momentum in both economic opportunities and environmental care.'
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