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whole-process people’s democracy; improve the system of socialist

rule of law with Chinese characteristics
 Enrich the intellectual and cultural lives of our people; enhance the
cohesion of the Chinese nation and the appeal of Chinese culture

 Ensure personal income grows basically in step with economic
growth and pay rises in tandem with increases in productivity; ensure
much more equitable access to basic public services; develop a better
multi-tiered social security system

 Substantially improve urban and rural living environments; make
notable progress in building a Beautiful China
 Further consolidate national security; fulfill the goals for the
centenary of the People’s Liberation Army in 2027; make solid
progress in building a Peaceful China

 Further increase China’s international standing and influence; enable
China to play a greater role in global governance

Building a modern socialist country in all respects is a great and arduous
endeavor. Our future is bright, but we still have a long way to go. At present,
momentous changes of a like not seen in a century are accelerating across the
world. A new round of scientific and technological revolution and industrial
transformation is well under way, and a significant shift is taking place in the
international balance of power, presenting China with new strategic
opportunities in pursuing development. At the same time, however, the
once-in-a-century pandemic has had far-reaching effects; a backlash against
globalization is rising; and unilateralism and protectionism are mounting. The

global economic recovery is sluggish, regional conflicts and disturbances are
frequent, and global issues are becoming more acute. The world has entered a
new period of turbulence and change.
At home, we face many deep-seated problems regarding reform,

development, and stability that cannot be avoided or bypassed. In our efforts
to strengthen the Party, and especially to improve conduct, build integrity,
and combat corruption, we are confronted with many stubborn and recurrent
problems. External attempts to suppress and contain China may escalate at
any time.
Our country has entered a period of development in which strategic

opportunities, risks, and challenges are concurrent and uncertainties and
unforeseen factors are rising. Various “black swan” and “gray rhino” events
may occur at any time. We must therefore be more mindful of potential
dangers, be prepared to deal with worst-case scenarios, and be ready to
withstand high winds, choppy waters, and even dangerous storms. On the

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