China Celebrates 100th Anniversary of Communist Party Founding in July

President Xi Jinping, China Launches 100th Anniversary Celebrations with Key Speeches and Events

[Asia Economy Beijing=Special Correspondent Jo Young-shin] Wang Xiaohui, Deputy Head of the Publicity Department of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China, announced at a press conference held at the State Council Information Office in Beijing on the 23rd that "a grand celebration will be held in July to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party." Wang added that President Xi Jinping will deliver an important speech at the commemorative ceremony.

Although Deputy Head Wang did not provide specific details about President Xi's speech, it is expected to present an interpretation of the past 100 years under the leadership of the Communist Party along with keywords for the new century ahead.

However, it was decided that there will be no military parade showcasing a large number of new weapons at this 100th anniversary event.

Li Jun, Chief Secretary (Major General) of the Political Work Department of the Central Military Commission, stated at the press conference that "the Party Central Committee and the relevant departments of the Party Military Commission have decided not to hold a military parade at this year's 100th anniversary celebration."

China is creating an atmosphere to actively promote patriotism in celebration of the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party this year. First, historical education about the Communist Party will be strengthened throughout the year.

Additionally, the '7·1 Medal,' symbolizing the founding day, will be awarded to Party members who have contributed to the development of the Communist Party. Large-scale exhibitions, cultural performances, seminars, roundtable discussions related to the Communist Party, as well as books and films, will also be presented.

Deputy Head Wang said, "Our Party and the people have been in the same boat, sharing life and death, and moving toward victory over the past 100 years," adding, "Our Party has achieved brilliant results and gained valuable experience over the past century."

The Communist Party of China was founded in 1921 with about 50 members, and as of the end of 2019, the number of Party members was 91,914,000.

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