This Mother’s Day, stories of family legacies take center stage—and Chinese President Xi Jinping’s upbringing offers a unique glimpse into how integrity shapes leadership. 🌱
A Mother’s Wisdom
Xi’s mother, Qi Xin, once transcribed a Ming Dynasty motto: ‘Justice distinguishes right from wrong; integrity builds authority.’ These words became guiding principles for her son. 🖋️
Family First, Always
When Xi rose to leadership roles, his mother convened a family meeting to ensure no relatives engaged in business activities in regions under his governance. Talk about setting boundaries! 💼
Leading by Example
Influenced by his family, Xi urged friends and relatives to avoid leveraging his name for personal gain. His governance philosophy? ‘Integrity isn’t optional—it’s essential.’ 🛡️
Fighting Corruption, Building Trust
At a key anti-corruption meeting this year, Xi emphasized stricter family rules for officials and public campaigns to uphold integrity. ‘Resistance to corruption starts at home,’ he noted. 🏡✨
