President sees self-employed workers as economic drivers

Those in private businesses considered contributors to nation's prosperity, too

It is hoped self-employed and private business workers will honor the spirit of entrepreneurship, stay committed to the real economy, ensure high-quality development and make greater contributions as China boosts prosperity and modernization, President Xi Jinping said.

Xi made the remark in a congratulatory letter sent to the fifth national congress of self-employed workers, which opened in Beijing on Monday.