The grand assembly celebrating the 25th anniversary of Macao's return to the motherland and the inauguration ceremony of the Sixth-Term Government of the Macao Special Administrative Region were held at the Macao East Asian Games Dome on the morning of the 20th. Xi Jinping, General Secretary of the CPC Central Committee, President of the People's Republic of China, and Chairman of the Central Military Commission, attended and delivered an important speech. He pointed out that over the past 25 years since Macao's return to the motherland, the practice of "One Country, Two Systems" with Macao characteristics has achieved tremendous success, Macao has undergone earth-shaking changes, and its international influence has significantly increased. He expressed hope that the new Macao SAR government, united with all sectors of society, would seize opportunities, be proactive in reform, and take on responsibilities, so as to better leverage the institutional advantages of "One Country, Two Systems" and continuously open up new prospects for the high-quality development of the "One Country, Two Systems" cause. Inside the venue, the atmosphere was solemn and enthusiastic. On the rostrum, the national flag of the People's Republic of China, the national emblem, and the regional flag of the Macao SAR were particularly striking. When Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan, accompanied by Ho Chio Meng, the Sixth-Term Chief Executive of the Macao SAR, and his wife Wong Hor Peng, entered the venue, the entire audience rose to their feet and applauded warmly. At 10:00 AM, the celebration assembly and inauguration ceremony began. All stood as the national anthem of the People's Republic of China was played and sung. Xi Jinping walked to the rostrum to oversee the oath-taking. Ho Chio Meng first took the oath of office. Facing the national flag of the People's Republic of China, the national emblem, and the regional flag of the Macao SAR, he raised his right hand and solemnly swore in accordance with the provisions of the Basic Law of the Macao SAR. After the oath, Xi Jinping and Ho Chio Meng shook hands firmly. Subsequently, with Xi Jinping overseeing, the principal officials of the Sixth-Term Government of the Macao SAR took their oaths of office led by Ho Chio Meng. After the oath, Xi Jinping shook hands with each of them in greeting. Afterwards, with Ho Chio Meng overseeing, the members of the Executive Council of the Macao SAR took their oaths of office. Amid warm applause, Xi Jinping delivered an important speech. He first extended sincere greetings to all Macao residents on behalf of the Central Government and the people of all ethnic groups across the country; he extended warm congratulations to Mr. Ho Chio Meng, the newly appointed Sixth-Term Chief Executive of the Macao SAR, and the principal officials and Executive Council members of the Sixth-Term Government; and he expressed heartfelt gratitude to compatriots at home and abroad and international friends who have long cared for and supported the cause of "One Country, Two Systems" and Macao's prosperity and stability. Xi Jinping pointed out that over the past 25 years since Macao's return to the motherland, the institutional system of "One Country, Two Systems" has been continuously improved, and national sovereignty, security, and development interests have been effectively safeguarded; economic and social development has achieved historic leaps, and residents' sense of gain, happiness, and security has been significantly enhanced; external cooperation has continued to expand, and Macao's role as "one center, one platform, and one base" has become increasingly prominent. Xi Jinping emphasized that the brilliant achievements Macao has made since its return to the motherland prove to the world that "One Country, Two Systems" possesses significant institutional advantages and strong vitality. It is a good system for maintaining the long-term prosperity and stability of Hong Kong and Macao, a good system for serving the building of a strong nation and the great cause of national rejuvenation, and a good system for achieving peaceful coexistence and win-win cooperation among different social systems, and it must be adhered to for the long term. The values of peace, inclusiveness, openness, and sharing embodied in "One Country, Two Systems" are both Chinese and global, and they are worthy of joint safeguarding. Xi Jinping pointed out that the practical experience since the return of Hong Kong and Macao tells us that to maintain the long-term prosperity and stability of Hong Kong and Macao and continue to advance the steady and sustained practice of "One Country, Two Systems," the following four points must be grasped: First, uphold the foundation of "One Country" and make good use of the benefits of "Two Systems." Always prioritize national sovereignty, security, and development interests, implement the central government's overall jurisdiction, and never waver at any time. At the same time, respect the differences between "Two Systems," fully guarantee the high degree of autonomy of the special administrative regions, and continue to implement the principles of "One Country, Two Systems," "Hong Kong people governing Hong Kong," "Macao people governing Macao," and a high degree of autonomy in a comprehensive, accurate, and unwavering manner, ensuring that they do not change or waver, and that they do not distort or deviate. Second, maintain a high level of security and promote high-quality development. Security is the prerequisite for development, and development is the guarantee of security. Both safeguarding security and promoting development must be unwavering. Cherish the hard-won stable and harmonious situation, concentrate efforts on boosting the economy, seeking development, and carrying out construction, and continuously foster new drivers and new advantages. Third, leverage unique advantages and strengthen internal connections and external outreach. Adopt a more open and inclusive approach, widely expand international ties, and enhance global influence and attractiveness. Deeply align with national development strategies, accelerate integration into the overall national development, and better play a bridging role in building a new development paradigm. Fourth, promote core values and foster inclusiveness and harmony. Inherit the core values of loving the country and Hong Kong, and loving the country and Macao, enhance cultural exchanges and integration, gather all positive forces, and draw the largest concentric circle of support for the "One Country, Two Systems" cause from home and abroad. Xi Jinping put forward four hopes for the new Macao SAR government: First, focus on promoting appropriately diversified economic development; second, focus on improving the governance efficiency of the SAR; third, focus on building a higher-level platform for opening up; and fourth, focus on maintaining social harmony and stability. Xi Jinping stated that youth are the hope and future of Macao, and a vital force in building Macao and the country. He hoped that the vast number of young people would keep Macao and the country in their hearts, aim high, and be down-to-earth, serving as builders and successors of the "One Country, Two Systems" cause, allowing their youth to shine brightly in the vast expanse of building a strong motherland and a beautiful Macao. Xi Jinping pointed out that this year marks the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China. The Third Plenary Session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China has made systematic arrangements for further comprehensively deepening reform and promoting Chinese modernization. The grand blueprint for building a strong nation has been unfurled and presents an incomparably bright future, and the Chinese nation is marching towards great rejuvenation with irresistible strides. As long as the "One Country, Two Systems" principle is fully and accurately implemented without wavering, with the joint efforts of the SAR government and all sectors of society, and with the strong backing of the great motherland, Macao will certainly be able to open up new avenues for development, continuously create new glories, and make greater contributions to comprehensively advancing the building of a strong nation and the great cause of national rejuvenation through Chinese modernization. In his speech, Ho Chio Meng said that as the Sixth-Term Chief Executive of the Macao SAR, he felt a profound sense of responsibility and a glorious mission. He stated that the new government would adhere to the governance philosophy of "working together with vigor and upholding justice through innovation," working diligently and upholding fundamental principles while innovating, comprehensively, accurately, and unswervingly implementing the "One Country, Two Systems" principle, firmly safeguarding the constitutional order of the SAR established by the Constitution and the Basic Law, resolutely safeguarding national sovereignty, security, and development interests, firmly implementing the principle of "patriots governing Macao," and continuously opening up new prospects for the practice of "One Country, Two Systems" with Macao characteristics. He expressed confidence that with the strong backing of the great motherland and the united efforts of all Macao citizens, they had the confidence and ability to make Macao, the "pearl in the palm" of the nation, even more brilliant, and to play a greater role and make greater contributions to comprehensively advancing the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation through Chinese modernization. Cai Qi, Li Hongzhong, He Weidong, He Lifeng, Wang Xiaohong, Wang Dongfeng, Xia Baolong, and others attended. Ho Hau Wah, Vice Chairman of the CPPCC National Committee; John Lee Ka-chiu, Chief Executive of the Hong Kong SAR; Chui Sai On and Ho Iat Seng, former Chief Executives of the Macao SAR; as well as representatives from various sectors of Macao and specially invited guests also attended the celebration assembly and inauguration ceremony.
Our station today (December 20) broadcast CCTV Quick Comment "Continuously Opening Up New Prospects for High-Quality Development of the 'One Country, Two Systems' Cause."
With the sails set in the Mirror Lake, the Haojiang River sings towards the future. The gala evening celebrating the 25th anniversary of Macao's return to the motherland was held at the Macao East Asian Games Dome on the evening of the 19th. Xi Jinping, General Secretary of the CPC Central Committee, President of the People's Republic of China, and Chairman of the Central Military Commission, watched the performance. The performance venue was brightly lit, filled with joy and celebration. At around 8 PM, cheerful music began to play, and Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan, accompanied by Ho Iat Seng, Chief Executive of the Macao Special Administrative Region, and his wife Cheng Soi Na, entered the performance venue. The entire audience stood and applauded warmly, giving a warm welcome. On the stage, golden lotus flowers bloomed brilliantly as the melodies of "My Motherland and I" and "Sleepless Tonight" played. Amidst the poignant melody of "Song of the Seven Sons," three representatives of Macao citizens—an elder, a middle-aged person, and a youth—expressed their sense of gain and happiness from growing up with Macao. The vibrant song and dance "Hello Macao" highlighted the strong festive atmosphere, and the instrumental performance "New Rhyme of Mirror Lake" featured melodious tunes, depicting the blueprint of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area with broad strokes. The short musical drama "'AI' on Hengqin" showcased the vibrant vitality of the Guangdong-Macao In-depth Cooperation Zone in Hengqin from the perspective of Macao residents. The Cantonese song "Lotus · Bright Moon Rising by the Sea" integrated traditional Cantonese opera and song and dance, expressing the beautiful aspirations for building a harmonious and happy Macao. The dance "Lion Leaping in the East" and the song "Inheritance" demonstrated the conscious confidence in cultural inheritance and development. The situational narration "Growing Up with the Motherland" vividly presented exciting moments of Macao's development in the new era, and the chorus "I Love You, China" expressed the sincere love of Macao compatriots for their motherland. The entire gala was splendid and reached climax after climax, winning rounds of applause from the audience. At the end of the gala, Xi Jinping sang "Ode to the Motherland" together with the entire audience, wishing the great motherland prosperity and strength, and a better future for Macao. Xi Jinping waved to all the performers and the audience, bringing the atmosphere of the gala to a climax, with songs and applause merging into a joyous ocean. Cai Qi, Li Hongzhong, He Weidong, He Lifeng, Wang Xiaohong, Wang Dongfeng, Xia Baolong, and others watched the performance together. Ho Hau Wah, Vice Chairman of the CPPCC National Committee; John Lee Ka-chiu, Chief Executive of the Hong Kong SAR; Ho Chio Meng, Chief Executive-designate of the Macao SAR; Chui Sai On, former Chief Executive; as well as representatives from various sectors of Macao and specially invited guests also watched the performance.
On the morning of the 20th, President Xi Jinping met with Ho Chio Meng, the newly appointed Chief Executive of the Macao Special Administrative Region, in Macao. Xi Jinping congratulated Ho Chio Meng on his assumption of office as the Sixth-Term Chief Executive of the Macao Special Administrative Region. He expressed confidence that Chief Executive Ho Chio Meng would fulfill his duties, live up to his trust, and unite the new SAR government and all sectors of society to comprehensively, accurately, and unswervingly implement the principles of "One Country, Two Systems," "Macao people governing Macao," and a high degree of autonomy. He emphasized the importance of resolutely safeguarding national sovereignty, security, and development interests, vigorously promoting appropriately diversified economic development, continuously enhancing people's well-being, fully leveraging Macao's unique status and advantages, better integrating into the overall national development, and deepening exchanges and cooperation with various countries and regions to make greater contributions to Macao's better development. The Central Government will fully support Chief Executive Ho Chio Meng and the SAR government in fulfilling their duties. Ho Chio Meng thanked President Xi Jinping and the Central Government for their trust. He stated that he would lead the new SAR government to be proactive and innovative, unite all sectors of society, and strive to open up a new chapter in the successful practice of "One Country, Two Systems" in Macao. Cai Qi, Xia Baolong, and others participated in the meeting.
On the morning of the 20th, President Xi Jinping met with the new heads of the executive, legislative, and judicial branches of the Macao Special Administrative Region in Macao. Xi Jinping pointed out that the new SAR government's governing team is young and energetic, demonstrating a good spirit. He expressed confidence that they would remember their oaths and live up to their missions, be responsible to the country and to Macao, and deliver an outstanding performance worthy of the country, Macao, and themselves. Xi Jinping put forward four hopes for them: First, foster a holistic perspective and be good at considering issues from the fundamental interests of the country and the overall interests of Macao, standing at a holistic height, and firmly safeguarding national sovereignty, security, and development interests. Second, strengthen practical action and responsibility, vigorously promote appropriately diversified economic development, create a better business environment, and maintain stability and harmony in Macao. Third, enhance unity and cooperation, and under the leadership of the Chief Executive, strengthen cross-sector and cross-department coordination and cooperation to effectively improve administrative efficiency. Fourth, maintain integrity and incorruptibility, always keep the daily needs of Macao residents in mind, exercise power prudently, and truly be honest, upright, and good officials who benefit the people. Cai Qi, Li Hongzhong, He Weidong, He Lifeng, Wang Dongfeng, Xia Baolong, and others attended the meeting. Ho Chio Meng, Chief Executive of the Macao Special Administrative Region, also attended the meeting.
Xi Jinping, General Secretary of the CPC Central Committee, President of the People's Republic of China, and Chairman of the Central Military Commission, who attended the activities celebrating the 25th anniversary of Macao's return to the motherland, inspected the People's Liberation Army Macao Garrison on the 20th, extending sincere greetings to all officers and soldiers of the Macao Garrison on behalf of the Party Central Committee and the Central Military Commission. He emphasized that it is necessary to thoroughly implement the thought on strengthening the military in the new era and the military strategic guidelines for the new era, comprehensively strengthen troop building, comprehensively improve defense capabilities, play the role of a steadfast anchor, and make greater contributions to continuously opening up new prospects for the practice of "One Country, Two Systems" with Macao characteristics. At around 2:30 PM, Xi Jinping arrived at the Macao Garrison's ZAPE Camp. Xi Jinping first reviewed the troops. The reviewing officers and soldiers were in neat uniforms and high spirits. Amidst the majestic review music, Xi Jinping successively reviewed the honor guard formation, defense combat formation, riot control operation formation, counter-terrorism operation formation, and emergency rescue formation. "Comrades, hello!" "Chairman, hello!" "Comrades, you've worked hard!" "Serve the people!" Xi Jinping cordially greeted the officers and soldiers, who responded loudly. Subsequently, Xi Jinping cordially met with representatives of the Macao Garrison officers and soldiers and took a group photo with them. Xi Jinping pointed out that over the past 25 years, the Macao Garrison has resolutely implemented the decisions and instructions of the Party Central Committee and the Central Military Commission, conscientiously implemented the "One Country, Two Systems" principle, the Macao Special Administrative Region Basic Law, and the Garrison Law, faithfully fulfilled its defense duties, and successfully completed a series of tasks, playing an important role in safeguarding national sovereignty, security, and development interests and Macao's long-term prosperity and stability, winning high praise from the vast number of Macao compatriots. Xi Jinping emphasized that the Macao Garrison has a special status and role, special missions and tasks, and a special stationing environment. It is necessary to unswervingly adhere to the Party's absolute leadership over the military, thoroughly implement the spirit of the Central Military Commission's Political Work Conference, do a good job in all aspects of political building of the military, and ensure that the troops always listen to the Party and follow the Party. It is necessary to bear in mind their duties and missions, strengthen the awareness of being a combat team, strengthen military training and preparedness focusing on defense requirements, and effectively fulfill all tasks assigned by the Party and the people. It is necessary to adhere to performing duties according to law, strictly govern the military in all aspects, maintain a high degree of centralization, unity, security, and stability of the troops, and better display the image of our military as a mighty and civilized force. Cai Qi, He Weidong, Xia Baolong, Ho Chio Meng, and others participated in relevant activities.
Xi Jinping, General Secretary of the CPC Central Committee, President of the People's Republic of China, and Chairman of the Central Military Commission, successfully concluded his activities in Macao and returned to Beijing by special plane on the afternoon of the 20th. Xi Jinping arrived in Macao on the afternoon of December 18. During his stay in Macao, Xi Jinping attended the grand assembly celebrating the 25th anniversary of Macao's return to the motherland and the inauguration ceremony of the Sixth-Term Government of the Macao Special Administrative Region, as well as the welcome banquet hosted by the Macao SAR Government and the gala evening celebrating the 25th anniversary of Macao's return to the motherland; he met with Ho Hau Wah, Chui Sai On, Ho Iat Seng, Ho Chio Meng, as well as the heads of Macao's executive, legislative, and judicial branches, representatives of Macao's disciplined forces, and representatives from various sectors of Macao society; he visited the heads of central institutions in Macao and major Chinese-funded enterprises; he inspected the Macao Garrison; he inspected the Macao University of Science and Technology and the Guangdong-Macao In-depth Cooperation Zone in Hengqin, and had extensive contact and exchanges with Macao residents. Xi Jinping also met with John Lee Ka-chiu, Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, who came to participate in the celebration activities. At the farewell ceremony, Macao children presented flowers to Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan. Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan shook hands with each of the farewell personnel and waved goodbye to the farewell crowd. Cai Qi, Li Hongzhong, He Weidong, He Lifeng, Wang Dongfeng, and others left Macao on the same plane.
President Xi Jinping's inspection of the Macao University of Science and Technology and the Guangdong-Macao In-depth Cooperation Zone in Hengqin has elicited enthusiastic responses. Everyone expressed that President Xi's profound care and earnest expectations are greatly inspiring. With the strong backing of the great motherland, they will work even harder to write a new chapter in the successful practice of "One Country, Two Systems" with Macao characteristics. People from all walks of life in Hengqin and Macao stated that they would bear in mind President Xi's earnest instructions, fully leverage the institutional advantages of "One Country, Two Systems," and work together to open up a new phase in the development of the Guangdong-Macao In-depth Cooperation Zone in Hengqin.
Today (December 20), People's Daily published an editorial titled "Continuously Opening Up New Prospects for the Practice of 'One Country, Two Systems' with Macao Characteristics - Warm Congratulations on the 25th Anniversary of Macao's Return to the Motherland."
Our station broadcast CCTV Quick Comment "Fly Higher, Go Further, Achieve Better Development - Celebrating the 25th Anniversary of Macao's Return to the Motherland."
Li Qiang, Member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Premier of the State Council, conducted a survey in Zhejiang from December 18 to 20. He emphasized the need to thoroughly study and implement the spirit of General Secretary Xi Jinping's important speech at the Central Economic Work Conference, unify thoughts and actions with the Party Central Committee's scientific judgment on the economic situation and its decisions and arrangements for economic work, strengthen confidence, strive for progress, and vigorously create new achievements in high-quality development. In Hangzhou, Li Qiang visited the Exhibition Hall of the Future Sci-Tech City in the Westlake Sci-Tech Corridor, listened to a report on park construction, and went to Zhijiang Laboratory to learn in detail about the progress of key scientific research projects. He pointed out the need to vigorously conduct basic research and research on common key technologies, strengthen the layout and construction of new infrastructure such as computing power, achieve more original and leading results, and contribute to achieving high-level scientific and technological self-reliance and self-improvement. He stressed the importance of strengthening the principal position of enterprises in innovation, accelerating the transformation of scientific and technological achievements, and promoting the integrated development of scientific and technological innovation and industrial innovation. In Shaoxing, Li Qiang visited the Zhejiang Provincial Modern Textile Technology Innovation Center and Wingtech Technology Co., Ltd., carefully inquiring about the transformation and upgrading of the textile industry and the breakthroughs in integrated circuit technology. He emphasized the need to support enterprises in increasing R&D investment, promote the large-scale application of new technologies, new products, and new scenarios, and expand emerging and future industries. He stressed the importance of empowering traditional industries through advanced technologies such as digital and green technologies, allowing them to rejuvenate in transformation and upgrading, and promoting the smooth and continuous conversion of old and new growth drivers. In Jiaxing, Li Qiang came to the construction site of YTO Oriental Skyport and listened to the introduction of the Jiaxing Global Air Logistics Hub project progress. He then visited ZF Commercial Vehicle Control Systems and Drivetrain Production Base to learn about the enterprise's R&D and production. He pointed out the need to accelerate the construction of an international logistics service system, actively develop multimodal transport, and powerfully support foreign trade development and high-level opening up. Li Qiang said that China highly values the development of foreign-funded enterprises in China and will steadily advance the expansion of opening up in more fields, treat domestic and foreign-funded enterprises equally in fair competition, and hopes that more foreign enterprises will take root in the Chinese market and share development opportunities. During the survey, Li Qiang presided over an enterprise symposium. After listening to the speeches of the enterprise representatives, Li Qiang said that the development confidence shown by the entrepreneurs was encouraging. He hoped that enterprises would grasp the new opportunities brought by the new arrangements for economic work, make good use of both domestic and international markets, continuously expand development space, and make more contributions to promoting high-quality development and stable employment. Governments at all levels should continue to optimize the business environment, implement various policies to benefit and assist enterprises, actively help solve enterprise demands, and support enterprises in developing better. Li Qiang hoped that Zhejiang, as a major economic province, would bravely shoulder the heavy responsibility, strengthen new drivers of development, shape new advantages in development, and continue to be at the forefront in advancing Chinese modernization. Wu Zhenglong accompanied the survey.
The 28th National Conference on Party Building in Universities was held in Beijing from December 19 to 20. Ding Xuexiang, Member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Vice Premier of the State Council, attended the conference and delivered a speech. Ding Xuexiang pointed out that General Secretary Xi Jinping, standing at the strategic height of the overall development of the Party and the country's cause, has put forward a series of new ideas, new conclusions, and new requirements for Party building in universities. We must deeply study and comprehend them, profoundly grasp the decisive significance of the "Two Establishments," enhance the "Four Consciousnesses," strengthen the "Four Self-Confidences," achieve the "Two Safeguards," implement the spirit of the National Education Conference, and solidly carry out Party building work in universities to provide strong guarantees for advancing the building of a strong education nation. Ding Xuexiang emphasized the need to firmly grasp the political, popular, and strategic attributes of education, and lead the high-quality development of higher education with high-quality Party building. It is necessary to strengthen the political building of Party organizations in universities to ensure that the Party's line, principles, and policies are thoroughly implemented in universities. Adhere to the synchronized advancement of ideological and political course construction and the arming with the Party's innovative theories, and implement the project of cultivating virtues through education in the new era with high quality. Promote the deep integration of Party building and professional work, and leverage the important role of Party building in setting the right direction, integrating resources, and providing support and guarantees. Strengthen the construction and management of ideological work fronts, and maintain campus safety and stability. Strengthen the effective coverage of Party organizations and Party work, and carry out ideological work deeply into the hearts of teachers and students. Strengthen Party building work in private universities, make Party building work an important indicator for evaluation, and fully integrate Party leadership into the school governance system. Li Shulei presided over the meeting. Shi Taifeng and Li Ganjie attended the meeting. Responsible comrades from various provinces, autonomous regions, municipalities directly under the Central Government, and the Xinjiang Production and Construction Corps, responsible comrades from relevant departments of the central and state organs, relevant units of the military, and responsible comrades from some university Party committees participated in the meeting.
The Macao Special Administrative Region Government held a solemn flag-raising ceremony at the Golden Lotus Square this morning (December 20) to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Macao's return to the motherland. Ho Chio Meng, the Sixth-Term Chief Executive of the Macao SAR, principal officials of the SAR government, and relevant heads of central institutions in Macao attended the ceremony. Many Macao citizens and tourists came to witness the solemn moment when the Five-Starred Red Flag and the regional flag of the Macao Special Administrative Region were raised together.
Reporters learned from the Ministry of Commerce today (December 20) that the nationwide trade-in for consumer goods continues to be popular. As of December 19, nearly 2.7 million vehicles had been scrapped and renewed nationwide, over 3.1 million vehicles had been traded in and renewed, and over 52.1 million household appliances had been traded in. The trade-in initiative has significantly boosted consumption. In November, retail sales of automotive goods increased by 6.6% year-on-year, driving the growth rate of total retail sales of consumer goods by 0.5 percentage points. The growth rate of retail sales of household appliances and audio-visual equipment has remained above 20% for three consecutive months. The trade-in initiative has also significantly improved resource recycling levels. In November, the transaction volume of used cars nationwide increased by 8.1% year-on-year, and the cascading utilization of automotive resources continued to accelerate. The recycling system for renewable resources is continuously improving, with over three-quarters of qualified scrapped vehicle recycling enterprises nationwide possessing the capability to dismantle new energy vehicles. The Ministry of Commerce is currently working with relevant parties to formulate trade-in policies for consumer goods for the coming year.
All Provincial-level Territorial Spatial Plans Approved and Implemented Reporters learned from the Ministry of Natural Resources that recently, the "Hubei Provincial Territorial Spatial Plan (2021-2035)" was approved, marking the approval and implementation of all provincial-level territorial spatial plans. With the successive promulgation of various laws, standards, and policy systems for planning implementation supervision, the territorial spatial planning system has been further improved, which will play an important fundamental role in building a rational and orderly development and protection pattern. Total Electricity Consumption Increased by 7.1% in First 11 Months Data released by the National Energy Administration shows that in the first 11 months, the total electricity consumption of the whole society reached 8968.6 billion kilowatt-hours, a year-on-year increase of 7.1%. Among them, electricity consumption in the primary industry increased by 6.8%, in the secondary industry by 5.3%, and in the tertiary industry by 10.4%. Overall, the economic operation continued its upward trend. SAMR Issues "Measures for Supervision and Administration of Metrology in Farmers' Markets" The State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) today (December 20) issued the "Measures for Supervision and Administration of Metrology in Farmers' Markets." The "Measures" stipulate that market organizers shall be equipped with weighing instruments for fair review, and market operators shall correctly and standardizedly use weighing instruments and legal units of measurement. It also stipulates that if operators use weighing instruments with cheating functions constituting fraud, the "one return, three compensation" provision of the Consumer Rights Protection Law shall apply. China-Developed C919 Aircraft Carries Over 1 Million Passengers Reporters learned from COMAC that since the China-developed C919 large aircraft entered commercial operation in May last year, as of December 19, it has cumulatively carried over 1 million passengers. As of now, COMAC has delivered 14 C919 aircraft to China Eastern Airlines, Air China, and China Southern Airlines, and a total of 15 routes have been opened, serving 10 cities. 2024 World Intelligent Manufacturing Conference Opens in Nanjing Today (December 20), the 2024 World Intelligent Manufacturing Conference opened in Nanjing, Jiangsu. Top enterprises and international organizations in the field of intelligent manufacturing from around the world gathered to explore new models of intelligent manufacturing. The World Intelligent Manufacturing Expo was held simultaneously, showcasing a concentrated display of advanced technologies and products in the intelligent manufacturing field, such as humanoid robots. "High-End Dialogue" to Air Exclusive Interview with Serbian Prime Minister Vučević Tonight Tonight (December 20), CCTV News Channel's "High-End Dialogue" program will broadcast an exclusive interview with Serbian Prime Minister Vučević. Vučević stated that China's promotion of high-level opening-up is deeply admirable, and that Serbia and China are true ironclad friends, looking forward to working with China to build a China-Serbia community with a shared future. This program will also be simultaneously launched on new media platforms such as CCTV News, CCTV Video, and CCTV.com.
The U.S. House of Representatives failed to pass a new spending bill on December 19, putting the federal government at risk of running out of funds and some agencies shutting down after midnight local time on the 20th. The House had previously reached a preliminary agreement on a short-term spending bill, but President-elect Trump suddenly announced his "complete opposition" on the 18th. House Republican leaders then drafted and introduced a new spending bill, but the Republican and Democratic parties were deeply divided, and some Republicans also did not support the bill, leading to its failure to pass.
Yemen's Houthi rebels claimed to have struck Israeli targets with missiles on December 19. The Houthi rebels stated that they used two "Palestine-2" hypersonic missiles to strike military targets in the Jaffa region of Israel, and the operation was successful. The Israeli military released a video on the 19th of its airstrikes on Sana'a and Hodeidah in Yemen on that day. The Israeli military stated that 14 Israeli fighter jets and multiple refueling aircraft flew approximately 2,000 kilometers, attacking fuel depots, power stations, and other targets in various parts of Yemen, causing significant damage to the Houthi rebels' military capabilities. Iranian President's First Visit to Cairo, Egypt in 11 Years Iranian President Pezeshkian arrived in Cairo, the capital of Egypt, on December 19 to attend the 11th D8 Summit (Developing Eight Countries). The meeting focused on discussing security issues in the Middle East. This was the first visit by an Iranian president to Egypt in 11 years, and Egyptian President Sisi held talks with Pezeshkian on the same day. Both sides agreed that the development of bilateral relations should aim to serve the interests of both countries and promote regional stability. Pentagon States U.S. Military Personnel in Syria Doubled A Pentagon spokesperson stated on December 19 that the number of U.S. military personnel in Syria has recently more than doubled, with approximately 2,000 U.S. troops currently in Syria. According to the Pentagon, among these approximately 2,000 U.S. military personnel, about 900 are long-term stationed, and the rest are temporary personnel. The Syrian Interim Government has not yet officially responded to this.
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