City has 'red culture' in its genes

Shanghai, the birthplace of the Communist Party of China, should take full advantage of its rich history associated with early CPC activities, serving not only as the country's economic center but also as one of the centers of "red culture", local political advisers said during their annual gathering, which began on Monday.

"The public has strong desire and connection with 'red culture' in their hearts," said Wu Jingping, head of the organization department of the CPC Shanghai Municipal Committee.

On Nov 1, General Secretary Xi Jinping and six other members of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee visited the Memorial for the Site of the First National Congress of the Communist Party of China in Shanghai.