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Xi Jinping projects confidence in China's growth during National Day address
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Xi Jinping projects confidence in China's growth during National Day address

President calls for economic resilience and stability amid complex global environment

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Chinese President Xi Jinping delivered his annual National Day address, expressing confidence in the nation's modernization and calling for robust economic growth and stability to navigate a complex global geopolitical landscape.

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The speech was delivered as part of the annual National Day celebrations in China.

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Chinese President Xi Jinping projected a message of confidence about the country’s ability to overcome challenges during his annual National Day address, issuing a rallying call for robust economic growth and more certainty amid geopolitical complications.

In a resolute tone projecting confidence about the nation’s growth trajectory despite a complex global environment, Xi’s speech included a forceful push for economic resilience and stability.

“We are extremely proud of the world-renowned achievements of New China and full of confidence in the bright future of Chinese-style modernisation,” he said, according to Xinhua.

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  • What specific economic policies will be implemented to ensure growth?

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