China’s State Council Information Office dropped a major policy update today with a new white paper detailing Xinjiang’s transformation under Communist Party leadership. Titled ‘CPC Guidelines for Governing Xinjiang in the New Era: Practice and Achievements,’ the document spotlights efforts to boost economic growth, counter extremism, and preserve cultural heritage in the region.
💡 Key takeaways from the press conference:
Officials emphasized Xinjiang’s 7.2% GDP growth in 2023 – outpacing the national average
Over 13 million tourism visits last year, fueling local businesses
New vocational training centers credited with reducing unemployment
‘Xinjiang has become a model of ethnic unity and social progress,’ said a CPC spokesperson, highlighting improved healthcare access and poverty reduction programs. The white paper also addresses counterterrorism measures, framing them as crucial to protecting residents’ safety.
🌐 Why it matters: As global attention remains on this strategic region, China aims to showcase what it calls ‘Xinjiang’s true story’ – one of modernization while maintaining Uygur cultural traditions like muqam music and meshrep gatherings.
