Xi Jinping Inspects Information Support Force, Emphasizes Building a Powerful Modernized Force

Xi Jinping Inspects Information Support Force, Emphasizes Building a Powerful Modernized ForceOn December 4th, Xi Jinping, General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC), President of the People's Republic of China, and Chairman of the Central Military Commission, inspected the Information Support Force. He extended warm congratulations to the First Party Congress of the Information Support Force on behalf of the CPC Central Committee and the Central Military Commission, and offered sincere greetings to all officers and soldiers

Xi Jinping Inspects Information Support Force, Emphasizes Building a Powerful Modernized Force

On December 4th, Xi Jinping, General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC), President of the People's Republic of China, and Chairman of the Central Military Commission, inspected the Information Support Force. He extended warm congratulations to the First Party Congress of the Information Support Force on behalf of the CPC Central Committee and the Central Military Commission, and offered sincere greetings to all officers and soldiers. Xi Jinping stressed the need to thoroughly implement the Thought on Strengthening the Military for the New Era and the new era military strategic guidelines, strengthen mission responsibility, bravely innovate and break through, consolidate the foundation of the force, and strive to build a powerful modernized information support force, driving the leapfrog development of the military's network information system. This inspection highlights the crucial role of the Information Support Force in national security and national defense construction, and points the way for the force's future development. Xi Jinping's speech fully reflects the CPC Central Committee's high regard for the construction of an information-based military and its ardent hope for the progress and development of the Information Support Force. Building a powerful modernized information support force is of great significance to enhancing the military's information warfare capabilities, safeguarding national network security, and ensuring national information security.

Meeting Promotes Construction of Shandong Demonstration Zone for a Strong Transportation System

On the afternoon of December 5th, a meeting to promote the construction of the Shandong Demonstration Zone for a Strong Transportation System was held in Jinan. The meeting thoroughly studied and implemented the spirit of the Third Plenary Session of the 20th CPC Central Committee and General Secretary Xi Jinping's important expositions on building a strong transportation system, as well as the spirit of General Secretary Xi Jinping's important speech during his inspection of Shandong. The meeting focused on deploying key tasks to further accelerate the construction of the Shandong Demonstration Zone, aiming to accelerate and improve the efficiency of all work, providing strong support for writing a Shandong chapter of Chinese-style modernization and making Shandong's contribution to accelerating the construction of a strong transportation system. The meeting emphasized the need to advance the construction of the demonstration zone with a higher standing, greater efforts, and more practical measures, ensuring that all tasks are implemented effectively and achieve tangible results. Shandong Province will actively explore new paths and models for building a strong transportation system, providing valuable experience for other regions of the country and contributing to the implementation of the national strategy for a strong transportation system.

Shandong Strengthens Forest and Grassland Fire Prevention and Control, Addressing Potential Risks

Given the meteorological department's prediction of intermittent drought due to a weak La Nia event this winter, Shandong Province will face uneven rainfall distribution, significant temperature fluctuations, and frequent extreme weather such as strong winds, greatly increasing the risk of forest fires. Therefore, Shandong Province has comprehensively launched measures to prevent and resolve various fire risks effectively to protect the lives, property, and ecological security of the people. Relevant provincial departments will strengthen publicity and education on forest and grassland fire prevention to raise public awareness; strengthen fire hazard inspections and promptly eliminate fire hazards; improve emergency plans and enhance emergency response capabilities to ensure rapid and effective fire fighting in the event of a fire. Shandong Province's proactive measures aim to minimize the risk of forest fires and effectively protect valuable forest resources and the lives and property of the people.

Jinan Metro Line 8 Completed, Scheduled for Opening by the End of Next Year

Good news arrived on the morning of December 5th from the construction site of the Phase 1 project of Jinan Metro Line 8: the last U-shaped beam was installed between Pan Wang Road Station and Shandong University Station, marking the completion of the entire line. The project is expected to officially open by the end of next year. The completion of Line 8 is a major achievement in Jinan's metro construction, further improving the city's transportation network, facilitating citizen travel, and promoting urban development. The completion and opening of Metro Line 8 will effectively alleviate urban traffic pressure, enhance the city's overall image, and provide strong support for Jinan's economic development and social progress.

Yantai Listed Among "Maritime Silk Road Cities of Influence" Annual Ranking

In the recently released "Maritime Silk Road City Comprehensive Influence Index Report (2024) - China City Chapter," Yantai City was included in the annual top ten influential cities for the first time and became the only domestic city to share a case study. As an important coastal city and a key node city along the Maritime Silk Road, Yantai's successful inclusion fully demonstrates its remarkable achievements in economic development, cultural heritage, and international influence. Yantai City will continue to adhere to the development concept of integrating tradition and modernity, leverage its own advantages, actively integrate into the Belt and Road Initiative, further enhance its international influence, and contribute to national development.

Taian's Characteristic Tourism Goods Win Multiple Awards, Showcasing the Flourishing Development of the Cultural and Creative Industry

Taian City once again achieved excellent results at the 2024 China Characteristic Tourism Goods Competition. In recent years, the development of cultural and creative products and tourism goods in Taian has flourished, with a wide variety of products receiving numerous awards. Taian City actively participates in various competitions, stimulating innovation, building sales platforms, and simultaneously selling online and offline, effectively promoting the continuous growth of the cultural and creative and tourism goods industry. Taian City will continue to improve its design and research and development capabilities, further enhance the quality and competitiveness of tourism goods, and make greater contributions to local economic development and cultural dissemination.

National Opinions Promote New Urban Infrastructure Construction, Building Resilient Cities

To deepen the urban safety and resilience improvement campaign, promote the construction of digital, networked, and intelligent new urban infrastructure, build resilient cities with strong bearing and adaptive capacities and fast recovery speeds, and enhance urban risk prevention and control capabilities, relevant opinions have been issued by the state with the approval of the CPC Central Committee and the State Council. These opinions aim to enhance cities' ability to cope with various risks and challenges and create a safer, more convenient, and more livable urban environment. The construction of new urban infrastructure will effectively enhance urban resilience and ensure the safe and stable operation of cities.

New Tax Incentives Boost Confidence in Real Estate Market

Multiple tax policies to promote the steady and healthy development of the real estate market came into effect on December 1st. Recent visits by reporters to some first-tier and second-tier cities have found that the combined effects of the real estate policies continue to be released, and market confidence is recovering. The implementation of the new policies aims to stabilize market expectations and promote the healthy development of the real estate market. The stability of the real estate market will have a positive impact on national economic development.

Three Chinese Heritage Items Moved from Urgent Safeguarding List to Representative List

The 19th session of the Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of UNESCO reviewed and decided to transfer three heritage items "Li ethnic group's traditional dyeing and weaving techniques," "Qiang New Year," and "Traditional construction techniques of Chinese wooden arch bridges" from the list of intangible cultural heritage in need of urgent safeguarding to the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. This marks China's remarkable achievements in the protection of intangible cultural heritage and reflects the international community's recognition of China's work in this area. China will continue to strengthen its protection of intangible cultural heritage, inherit and carry forward excellent traditional culture, and contribute to the world's cultural diversity.

Bitcoin Price Surges Past $100,000, Setting a New High, But Risks Remain

On December 5th, the price of Bitcoin broke through $100,000, setting a new all-time high, with a year-to-date increase of nearly 140%. The total market capitalization of cryptocurrencies rose to $3.778 trillion, and related stocks rose. However, the sharp rise and fall of Bitcoin prices is normal, and investors need to be cautious. Multiple risks remain, including market sentiment, macroeconomic conditions, technological innovation, and regulatory policies. Investors should invest rationally and avoid blindly following the trend.

French Government Faces No-Confidence Vote, Triggering Political Upheaval

On the evening of December 4th, the French National Assembly voted to pass a motion of no confidence in the government. Prime Minister Borne will submit his resignation to the President. French President Macron approved Borne's resignation request on the 5th. This is the first time since 1962 that a French government has been overthrown by parliament, triggering political turmoil. The future direction of French politics and the impact of this event remain to be seen.

Syria Conflict Intensifies, Chinese Embassy Advises Citizens to Return Home

On December 5th, local time, the conflict in northwestern Syria intensified, and the security situation further deteriorated. The Chinese Embassy in Syria advised Chinese citizens in Syria to return home or leave the country as soon as possible while commercial flights are still operating. The embassy also suggested that those who are able to do so leave via relevant land border crossings while ensuring their safety to mitigate risks. The Chinese government attaches great importance to the safety of Chinese citizens in Syria and will continue to take all necessary measures to ensure their safety and well-being.

Vocational School Student Wins Gold at WorldSkills, Showcasing Achievements of Vocational Education

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