President Xi Jinping, General Secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, is set to release a pivotal article emphasizing high-quality population development as a cornerstone of Chinese modernization. Published in the latest issue of Qiushi Journal, the CPC’s flagship publication, the piece highlights strategies to address demographic shifts shaping China’s future.
Xi’s analysis comes amid evolving challenges: declining birth rates, an aging population, and regional disparities. The article calls for a comprehensive understanding of these trends, describing them as critical to the nation’s rejuvenation.
To tackle these issues, the article proposes a 4-point action plan:
Boosting education and healthcare innovation
Expanding policies to support childbirth and family welfare
Optimizing human resource development
Implementing nationwide aging-response strategies
Xi stresses that maintaining a balanced population size and quality is vital for sustaining China’s modernization goals. With over 1.4 billion people, these reforms could redefine global economic and social trends —making this a must-watch for young professionals, investors, and policy enthusiasts alike.
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Xi's article on supporting Chinese modernization to be published
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