Xi calls for new momentum as China enters next phase of development

China’s economic output reached 140 trillion yuan in 2025. According toXi, the country’s overall strength — including technology, defence, and national resilience — increased to record levels. He credited this growth to coordinated efforts across government, industry, and communities. “We met the targets in the plan and made solid advances on the new journey of Chinese modernisation,” he said. Major scientific achievements in 2025 included the launch of the Tianwen-2 probe for asteroid research, breakthroughs in domestic chip development, and the commissioning of China’s first aircraft carrier with electromagnetic launch systems. Several Chinese-developed large AI models were also launched and tested during the year. China’s humanoid robots and drone systems gained national attention, including performances in martial arts displays and coordinated light shows. According to state media, these innovations contributed to whatXicalled “new quality productive forces.” The speech also referenced growing public interest in cultural preservation and expression. Museums, historic relics, and intangible heritage projects experienced a surge in visits and participation in 2025. Iconic characters such as Nezha and Wukong featured prominently in television and gaming exports, reaching a global audience. One of the year’s symbolic events was the formal commemoration of Taiwan Recovery Day. “The reunification of our motherland, a trend of the times, is unstoppable,”Xisaid. He described the cross-strait relationship as bound by “blood and kinship.” On Hong Kong and Macao,Xireaffirmed support for the “One Country, Two Systems” policy. He praised the National Games for including delegations from the two Special Administrative Regions in a demonstration of unity. Throughout the address,Xiplaced emphasis on livelihood issues. A national subsidy of 300 yuan per month was provided to families with childcare needs. Upgrades in elderly care services and new protections for platform workers were also introduced in 2025. “No issue of the people is too small,” he said. “When the happy hum of daily life fills every home, the big family of our nation will go from strength to strength.” Environmental progress was also noted. Clean water and green spaces are becoming more prominent features in urban planning, according to the government. In climate diplomacy, China submitted updated Nationally Determined Contributions and introduced a new Global Governance Initiative. The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Summit and other multilateral engagements saw China promote its international vision for cooperation and peace. “China always stands on the right side of history,”Xisaid. “We are ready to work with all countries to advance world peace and development.” The address came just months after China marked the 80th anniversary of victory in the Chinese People’s War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the global end of World War II. Commemorative ceremonies were held across the country. “The glory of victory will shine through the pages of history,”Xisaid, referring to the memorial events as a unifying moment for the Chinese people. The Communist Party of China continues to exercise strict internal discipline, he said, describing ongoing anti-corruption efforts and internal reviews aimed at strengthening Party conduct and governance. The leadership has also maintained a focus on improving government transparency and accountability. “We exercised strict governance of the Party through credible measures and promoted the Party’s self-revolution,”Xisaid. “As a result, the conduct of our Party and government steadily improved.” The speech closed with an optimistic message for the coming year. “The dream lofty, the journey long,”Xisaid. “Bold strides will get us there.” HT --- **News Source:** Helsinki Times **Original Article:** [https://www.helsinkitimes.fi/world-int/28367-xi-calls-for-new-momentum-as-china-enters-next-phase-of-development.html](https://www.helsinkitimes.fi/world-int/28367-xi-calls-for-new-momentum-as-china-enters-next-phase-of-development.html) *This article was originally published on helsinkitimes.fi and is shared here for informational purposes.*