CCTV (October 1) reported that on the evening of September 30, the State Council held a
National Day reception in the Great Hall of the People to celebrate the 73rd anniversary of the
founding of the People's Republic of China. Party and state leaders including Xi Jinping, Li
Keqiang, Li Zhanshu, Wang Yang, Wang Huning, Zhao Leji, Han Zheng, Wang Qishan and
nearly 500 Chinese and foreigners gathered together to celebrate the birthday of the Republic.
Premier Li Keqiang delivered a speech when he affirmed "In the face of the complex and severe
domestic and international situation, under the strong leadership of the CPC Central Committee
with Comrade Xi Jinping at its core, the whole country is determined to forge ahead, adhere to
the general tone of seeking progress while maintaining stability, fully, accurately and
comprehensively implement the new development concept and build a new development
pattern." He said, in conclusion, that "We must hold high the great banner of socialism with
Chinese characteristics, unite more closely around the CPC Central Committee with Comrade
Xi Jinping at its core, and take Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics
for a New Era as the guide, concentrate our efforts and forge ahead, in order to build our country
Work hard to become a powerful modern socialist country that is prosperous, strong,
democratic, culturally advanced, harmonious and beautiful, and realize the Chinese dream of
the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation!"
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