Thanks to years of dedicated efforts, China's innovation-driven development is full of energy, said Chinese President Xi Jinping in his 2024 New Year message, highlighting China's breakthroughs in science and technology.
Xi mentioned that the C919 large passenger airliner entered commercial service, the Chinese-built large cruise ship completed its trial voyage, the Shenzhou spaceships are continuing their missions in space, and the deep-sea manned submersible Fendouzhe reached the deepest ocean trench.
Products designed and made in China, especially trendy brands, are highly popular with consumers. The latest models of Chinese-made mobile phones are an instant market success, said Xi.
New energy vehicles, lithium batteries, and photovoltaic products are new testimony to China's manufacturing prowess, Xi added.
"Everywhere across our country, new heights are being scaled with dogged determination, and new creations and innovations are emerging every day," said Xi.
Xi noted that while pursuing its own development, China has also embraced the world and fulfilled its responsibility as a major country.
Xi mentioned the China-Central Asia Summit and the Third Belt and Road Forum for International Cooperation, China's two major diplomatic events at home last year, at which Xi hosted leaders from across the world. Xi said that he also paid visits to a number of countries, attended international conferences, and met many friends both old and new.
No matter how the global landscape may evolve, peace and development remain the underlying trend, and only cooperation for mutual benefit can deliver, Xi noted.
"We will work closely with the international community for the common good of humanity, build a community with a shared future for mankind, and make the world a better place for all," Xi said.
Source: XINHUA