Xi Jinping, General Secretary of the CPC Central Committee, President of the State, and Chairman of the Central Military Commission, recently emphasized during his inspection in Fujian that Fujian must thoroughly implement the spirit of the 20th National Congress of the Communist Party of China and the Third Plenary Session of the 20th Central Committee, fully apply the new development philosophy, adhere to the general principle of seeking progress while maintaining stability, and firmly pursue the goal of building a new Fujian with dynamic mechanisms, superior industries, prosperous people, and beautiful ecology. He called for a consistent blueprint to be followed through, continuing to make greater progress in accelerating the construction of a modern economic system, demonstrating greater achievements in serving and integrating into the new development pattern, taking bigger steps in exploring new paths for cross-strait integrated development, achieving greater breakthroughs in creating a high-quality life, further deepening reforms comprehensively, promoting high-quality development in all respects, and striving to take the lead in building Chinese-style modernization.

　　From October 15 to 16, accompanied by Zhou Zuyi, Secretary of the Fujian Provincial Party Committee, and Zhao Long, Governor of Fujian Province, Xi Jinping visited places such as Zhangzhou and Xiamen, conducting in-depth inspections and research in rural areas, red education bases, cultural relic protection units, and the China (Fujian) Pilot Free Trade Zone.

　　On the afternoon of the 15th, Xi Jinping first visited Dongshan County in Zhangzhou City. Aoji Village in Chencheng Town, located in the southeast of the county and surrounded by the sea on three sides, has in recent years developed a new path of thriving and strengthening the village through the sea. Xi Jinping walked to observe the environment of Aoji Bay and the village's appearance, and learned in detail about the trade of dried seafood and fishery products. Upon learning that many seafood products were selling well and villagers' incomes were continuously increasing, Xi Jinping was very pleased. He told the villagers and fishermen who gathered around, "I visited your village 23 years ago and still remember it vividly. This time, seeing the great changes in the village, I feel very gratified and deeply moved. The countryside will surely have a brighter future on the new journey of the new era, and farmers will have a more vibrant life. The village-level Party organization must play the role of a locomotive, leading the villagers to make good use of the 'sea' resources and advance steadfastly on the road of rural revitalization and common prosperity."

　　Subsequently, Xi Jinping visited the Gu Wenchang Memorial Hall, learned about the touching deeds of Comrade Gu Wenchang, listened to reports on the local inheritance of the red gene, and had cordial exchanges with teachers and student representatives of the Gu Wenchang Cadre Academy. Xi Jinping pointed out that the key to evaluating the performance of cadres is whether they have a good reputation among the people. Leading cadres at all levels should learn from Comrade Gu Wenchang, firmly establish a correct view of achievements, serve their terms with dedication to benefit the people, work earnestly and persistently, and establish a monument in the hearts of the people. Learning from Comrade Gu Wenchang means not only admiring him from afar but also aspiring to be like him in character and governance.

　　At the Guan Di Cultural Industry Park, Xi Jinping listened to reports on local efforts to strengthen cultural heritage protection and promote cross-strait cultural exchanges. He emphasized that cultural heritage is a precious legacy left by our ancestors and must be well protected and passed on.

　　On the morning of the 16th, Xi Jinping inspected the Xiamen area of the China (Fujian) Pilot Free Trade Zone. He visited the exhibition of achievements in the construction of the free trade zone, listened to reports on local efforts to expand reform and opening-up and explore new paths for cross-strait integrated development, and interacted with staff at the comprehensive service hall. Xi Jinping pointed out that after more than 40 years of development, the Xiamen Special Zone has undergone tremendous changes that were unimaginable in the past. Today, the demands for reform and opening-up, both in depth and breadth, are higher than ever before. Fujian and Xiamen must adapt to the evolving situation, steadily promote institutional opening-up, connect with international high standards, work meticulously, produce more institutional and policy achievements, and make new contributions to expanding high-level opening-up.

　　On the afternoon of the 16th, Xi Jinping listened to work reports from the Fujian Provincial Party Committee and provincial government in Xiamen, affirmed the achievements made in various tasks in Fujian, and put forward clear requirements for the next steps.

　　Xi Jinping pointed out that new paths must be forged in promoting the deep integration of technological innovation and industrial innovation. Accelerate the establishment of systems and mechanisms supporting comprehensive innovation, coordinate the integrated reform of education, science and technology, and talent systems, strengthen the construction of high-level scientific innovation platforms, implement major scientific and technological projects, reinforce the leading role of enterprises in technological innovation, improve policies and mechanisms for financial support of technological innovation, and create a more complete innovation environment and a more attractive talent environment. Firmly safeguard the real economy, consolidate the advantages of traditional industries, vigorously promote transformation and upgrading, cultivate and strengthen strategic emerging industries, plan ahead for future industries, develop new quality productive forces according to local conditions, and shape new advantages in industrial development.

　　Xi Jinping emphasized the need to strive to take the lead in comprehensively deepening reform and expanding high-level opening-up. Focus on key areas and critical links, highlight the guiding role of economic system reform, continue to boldly experiment, explore, and independently reform. Adhere to the "two unwavering principles," innovate and develop the "Jinjiang experience," and fully stimulate the vitality of investment and entrepreneurship in the whole society. Focus on the thoughts, wishes, and expectations of the people, and prioritize reforms in the livelihood sector. Deeply implement the upgrading strategy of the pilot free trade zone, actively connect with major regional strategies, deeply integrate into the high-quality joint construction of the "Belt and Road," build the core area of the 21st Century Maritime Silk Road, and consolidate and expand the important node and channel functions of the domestic and international dual circulation. Build a demonstration zone for cross-strait integrated development.

　　Xi Jinping pointed out the need to set an example in promoting coordinated regional development and urban-rural integration. Improve and deepen the mountain-sea cooperation mechanism, strengthen mountain-sea coordination, and enhance functional complementarity. Deepen the construction of the national ecological civilization pilot zone, build a large-scale protection and governance pattern from mountain tops to the ocean, strengthen comprehensive governance of key areas, key river basins, and key sea areas, and expand ecological environment capacity. Strengthen the organic integration of comprehensive rural revitalization and new-type urbanization, accelerate the pace of urban-rural integration development. Expand county-level economies, accelerate the revitalization and development of old revolutionary base areas and old areas, and consolidate and expand poverty alleviation achievements. Strictly protect the red line of arable land, establish a broad view of agriculture and food, and build characteristic agricultural industry clusters. Deepen the reform of collective forest property rights, develop forest food and under-forest economy, and continuously explore and cultivate "forest granaries and money sources." Promote Fuzhou and Xiamen to accelerate the construction of national marine economic development demonstration zones, and strengthen the marine economy. Enhance prevention of natural disasters such as typhoons and earthquakes, and improve disaster prevention, mitigation, and relief capabilities.

　　Xi Jinping emphasized the need to make persistent efforts to enhance cultural influence and showcase a new image of Fujian. Inherit and promote red culture, build the Changting and Ninghua Long March National Cultural Parks, and deepen research and interpretation of revolutionary historical materials and relics. Strengthen cultural heritage protection and inheritance, persistently carry out cultural work, and actively promote changes in customs and habits. Promote the deep integration of culture and tourism, cultivating cultural tourism into a pillar industry. Promote cross-strait cultural exchanges, jointly promote Chinese culture, and enhance the ethnic, cultural, and national identity of Taiwan compatriots. Rely on ties such as clan, hometown, and ancestral land culture to widely unite overseas Chinese hearts.

　　Xi Jinping pointed out that party members and cadres should be educated to inherit fine traditions and continue the red bloodline, carry forward the pioneering and innovative spirit of daring to be first and striving to win, be enterprising, and excel. Establish and practice a performance view that benefits the people, remain true to the original aspiration, take responsibility, be honest and dedicated, and always maintain the political character of Communists. Deepen the rectification of formalism and effectively reduce burdens on grassroots. Fully implement the "four go-down-to-the-grassroots" system, follow the Party's mass line in the new era, and improve the effectiveness of Party building in leading grassroots governance.

　　Xi Jinping emphasized the need to conscientiously implement the decisions and deployments of the Party Central Committee, make every effort to do well in the economic work of the fourth quarter, and strive to achieve the annual economic and social development goals.

　　He Lifeng and responsible comrades from relevant departments of the central and state organs accompanied the inspection.