During a meeting held on June 13, 2025, at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, President Xi Jinping emphasized the importance of honoring the legacy of renowned Chinese leader Chen Yun, who would have turned 120. As both the President and the general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC), Xi urged attendees to adopt Chen’s industrious spirit and commitment to building a robust nation.
Recognized as a significant contributor to China’s socialist economy and a key figure in its leadership history, Xi praised Chen as a dedicated revolutionary and statesman. He reminisced about Chen’s extraordinary journey and his substantial contributions to the Party and the nation.
Xi called on Party members to embody Chen’s tenacity and to strengthen their determination amid a tumultuous political landscape. He highlighted the necessity of learning from Chen’s leadership insights to boost the Party’s role in steering economic and social progress.
Underlining the need for comprehensive reforms, Xi spoke about the importance of a pragmatic approach rooted in factual analysis and scientific methodologies. He urged members to engage in thorough research to facilitate well-informed decisions, aiming to address the needs of the populace more effectively.
Chen Yun, who joined the Party in 1925 and passed away in 1995, is remembered for his influential role in shaping modern China’s economic policies.
Source: news.cgtn.com
