Prudent policies can ensure constant growth

On Dec 18, commemorating the 40th anniversary of reform and opening-up, President Xi Jinping reviewed the glorious course of the great cause has taken, summed up the great achievements and valuable experiences, and urged the entire Party and people of all ethnic groups to continuously advance reform and opening-up.

"Over the 40 years, we have emancipated our minds, sought truth from facts, boldly tried and changed, and created a new situation," Xi said. The Communist Party of China has united and led the Chinese people to overcome difficulties and make great achievements in economic, political, cultural, social and ecological fields, as well as establish and improve the socialist market economy which has boosted economic and social development in an unprecedented way.

Statistics highlight progress in numbers