Chinese President Xi Jinping rang in 2025 with a forward-looking New Year address, blending optimism with calls for collective action. Here's what you need to know from his speech:
Key Quotes & Themes
『Our strength lies in unity』 – Xi emphasized solidarity amid global challenges, calling cross-border cooperation 『the heartbeat of progress.』
『Innovation isn’t a trend – it’s our lifeline』: With tech evolving faster than K-pop dance challenges, he pledged support for AI and green energy development.
『Youth are architects of tomorrow』: Shoutout to young entrepreneurs and students shaping digital economies across Asia.
Sustainability Takes Center Stage
Xi compared climate action to 『rewriting humanity’s relationship with nature』 – think Avengers-level teamwork but for carbon neutrality goals.
What’s Next?
The speech hinted at expanded tech partnerships across APEC members and ASEAN countries, with TikTok-style diplomacy (minus the dances) to boost cultural exchanges.
Key Quotes & Themes
: With tech evolving faster than K-pop dance challenges, he pledged support for AI and green energy development.
: Shoutout to young entrepreneurs and students shaping digital economies across Asia.
Sustainability Takes Center Stage
