Xi Jinping Explores Ethnic Culture & Rural Growth in Guizhou

Chinese President Xi Jinping rolled up his sleeves for a hands-on visit to the picturesque Zhaoxing Dong Village in Guizhou Province this week, diving into grassroots initiatives driving rural empowerment. Nestled in the lush hills of Qiandongnan Miao and Dong Autonomous Prefecture, the village showcased its fusion of ethnic heritage preservation and modern revitalization strategies.

Xi explored how local primary-level Party organizations are boosting community engagement while promoting social governance models. His tour highlighted efforts to sustain traditions like intricate Dong embroidery and iconic drum towers —cornerstones of cultural identity for the region’s Miao and Dong communities.

“Rural revitalization isn’t just about economics—it’s about uplifting people’s lives and honoring their roots,” said a local guide during the inspection. The trip underscored Beijing’s push to bridge urban-rural divides through eco-friendly tourism and tech-driven agriculture , all while keeping distinct cultural footprints intact for future generations.

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Xi Jinping inspects SW China's Guizhou Province

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