On October 15, 2014, during a conference on cultural work, President Xi Jinping delivered a significant speech emphasizing the importance of inheriting and developing Chinese culture. He stated that this process is not merely about reverting to the past or rejecting foreign influences. Instead, it involves using ancient wisdom for contemporary purposes and adapting Western ideas for Chinese contexts. He urged for a dialectical approach that embraces what is beneficial and discards negative elements, advocating for a creative transformation and innovative development of Chinese culture by forging new paths based on the principles established by our ancestors.
Since the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party, President Xi has repeatedly highlighted the innovative aspects of Chinese civilization. We invite you to join us at Elephant News in reflecting and engaging with these profound ideas.
