The National Commendation Conference for Fighting the New Coronary Pneumonia Epidemic Held in Beijing

Xi Jinping awarded medals and made important speeches to winners of national medals and national honorary titles

Li Keqiang presided over the announcement of Li Zhanshu, the chairman ordered Wang Huning to announce the commendation decision

Wang Yang, Zhao Leji, Han Zheng and Wang Qishan attended

  Xinhua News Agency, Beijing, September 8. The National Commendation Conference for Fighting the New Coronary Pneumonia Epidemic was grandly held on the morning of the 8th in the Great Hall of the People in Beijing.

Xi Jinping, General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China, President of the State and Chairman of the Central Military Commission, awarded medals and medals to winners of the National Medal and National Honorary Titles and delivered important speeches.

Xi Jinping emphasized that the fight against the new crown pneumonia epidemic has achieved major strategic results, fully demonstrating the significant advantages of the leadership of the Communist Party of China and my country's socialist system, fully demonstrating the great strength of the Chinese people and the Chinese nation, and fully demonstrating the profound heritage of Chinese civilization. Demonstrating China’s conscious responsibility as a responsible big country, it has greatly enhanced the self-confidence, pride, cohesion and centripetal force of the entire party and the people of all ethnic groups, and will surely inspire us to overcome obstacles and advance courageously on the new era and new journey.

  Xi Jinping emphasized that the great anti-epidemic spirit is in line with the long-standing characteristics and cultural genes of the Chinese nation. It is the inheritance and development of the spirit of patriotism, collectivism, and socialism. It is a vivid interpretation of the Chinese spirit and enriches the national spirit and the spirit of the times. Connotation.

We must vigorously promote the great anti-epidemic spirit in the whole society and transform it into a powerful force for comprehensively building a modern socialist country and realizing the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation.

  Li Keqiang presided over the meeting, Li Zhanshu read out the chairman's order, and Wang Huning read out the commendation decision. Wang Yang, Zhao Leji, Han Zheng and Wang Qishan attended.

  At 8:35, the winners of the National Medal and National Honorary Title departed from their homes in a concierge car and were escorted by the State Guest Guard to the Great Hall of the People.

Outside the north gate of the Great Hall of the People, the soldiers holding red flags were placed on both sides of the road. The soldiers stood solemnly on the steps, and the young people cheered and saluted.

Winners of national medals and national honorary titles climbed up the red carpet and entered the Great Hall of the People.

The leading comrades of the Party and National Meritorious Commendation Committee are here to collectively welcome them.

  The grand auditorium of the Great Hall of the People has a solemn and warm atmosphere.

Above the rostrum hangs the logo of the National Commendation Conference for Fighting the New Coronary Pneumonia Epidemic. In the center of the back curtain is the shining National Emblem of the People's Republic of China, with 10 red flags on both sides.

A slogan was hung on the second floor gazebo: “We will unite closely around the Party Central Committee with Comrade Xi Jinping as the core, carry forward the great anti-epidemic spirit, decisively win the building of a well-off society in all respects, decisively fight poverty, and win the great victory of socialism with Chinese characteristics in the new era!

  At 10 o'clock, the conference began.

The People's Liberation Army Military Band played "The March of Volunteers" and the audience stood up and sang the national anthem.

  After singing the national anthem, the audience stood in silence to mourn the sacrifice of martyrs and dead compatriots to the new crown pneumonia epidemic.

  Li Zhanshu read out the Presidential Decree signed by Xi Jinping.

The Chairman’s order pointed out that in order to honour model figures who have made outstanding contributions in the fight against the new crown pneumonia epidemic and promote their lofty qualities of loyalty, responsibility and dedication, according to the 21st meeting of the Standing Committee of the 13th National People’s Congress The decision to award Zhong Nanshan the "Medal of the Republic" and the national honorary title of "People's Heroes" to Zhang Boli, Zhang Dingyu and Chen Wei.

  The four soldiers of ceremonies, holding the Medal of the Republic and the National Honorary Medal, marched vigorously to the ceremony site.

  In the sound of the majestic "Salute to the Heroes of the Motherland", Xi Jinping awarded medals and medals to the winners of national medals and national honorary titles, and shook hands with them and congratulated them.

Subsequently, 4 winners of national medals and national honorary titles were invited to the podium.

There was a burst of warm applause from the audience.

  Wang Huning read out the "Decision of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China, the State Council, and the Central Military Commission on Recognizing Advanced Individuals and Advanced Collectives in Fighting the New Coronary Pneumonia Epidemic" and "Decision of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China on Recognizing National Excellent Communist Party Members and Advanced Primary Party Organizations".

  Xi Jinping presented awards to commended individuals and collective representatives.

  In the warm applause of the audience, Xi Jinping delivered an important speech.

He pointed out that in the past eight months or so, our party has united and led the people of all ethnic groups across the country in a thrilling battle against the epidemic, withstood a arduous historical test, and made great efforts to win the fight against the new crown pneumonia epidemic. The major strategic achievement has created another heroic feat in the history of human struggle against disease.

  On behalf of the Party Central Committee, the State Council, and the Central Military Commission, Xi Jinping commended the commended advanced individuals and advanced collectives, as well as the vast numbers of medical workers, disease control personnel, officers and soldiers of the People’s Liberation Army, officers and soldiers of the Armed Police Force, and science and technology who have made major contributions to the fight against the epidemic. Workers, community workers, public security police, emergency rescuers, journalists, employees of enterprises and institutions, project builders, sinking cadres, volunteers, and the general public, to the majority of party members at all levels of party and government agencies, enterprises and institutions , Cadres, I would like to extend my high regards!

I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to all the democratic parties, the Federation of Industry and Commerce, people without party affiliation, people's organizations, and all walks of life who have actively participated in the fight against the epidemic, and the compatriots in Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan and overseas Chinese who have actively provided assistance.

  Xi Jinping stated that during the Chinese people’s fight against the epidemic, leaders of many countries, governments, political parties, social organizations and embassies in China, relevant United Nations organizations, relevant regional organizations and international institutions, foreign-funded enterprises, and international friendly people have used various methods to provide The Chinese people express their sincere greetings and provide valuable support.

On behalf of the Chinese government and the Chinese people, I would like to extend my sincere thanks to them.

  Xi Jinping said that at present, the new crown pneumonia epidemic is still raging around the world. The Chinese people empathize with the suffering caused by the epidemic to people of all countries, deeply regret the people who have been killed by the disease, and express deeply to those who are racing against the epidemic and saving lives. Respect and sincere blessings to those who are unfortunately infected with the virus and are receiving treatment.

  Xi Jinping said that at this moment, we especially want to express our deep thoughts and deep condolences to the martyrs who have dedicated themselves bravely to fight the epidemic, and to the compatriots who unfortunately died in the epidemic.

  Xi Jinping pointed out that the new crown pneumonia epidemic is the most serious infectious disease pandemic in the world in a century. It is a major public health emergency with the fastest spread, the widest range of infections and the most difficult prevention and control since the founding of New China.

The virus strikes, the epidemic is fierce, and people's lives and health are facing serious threats.

We adhere to the people's supremacy and life supremacy. With firm courage and perseverance, we race against the time and fight against the disease, and quickly start the people's war, overall war, and resistance war for epidemic prevention and control. It took more than a month. Initially curb the spread of the epidemic, use about two months to control the daily new cases in the local area within single digits, and use about three months to obtain decisive results in the defense of Wuhan and Hubei, and then continue to fight. Several battles to wipe out concentrated epidemics in local areas have taken major strategic results in the national fight against the epidemic.

On this basis, we coordinated efforts to promote epidemic prevention and control and economic and social development, and stepped up to restore the order of production and life, and achieved remarkable results.

China's fight against the epidemic has fully demonstrated the Chinese spirit, strength and responsibility of China.

  Xi Jinping emphasized that in the face of a sudden and severe epidemic, the Party Central Committee will take charge of the overall situation, make decisive decisions, and respond to extraordinary things with extraordinary actions.

The Party Central Committee insists on putting people’s life safety and physical health first, and implements centralized and unified leadership as soon as possible. The Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the Central Committee and the Political Bureau of the Central Committee convened 21 meetings to study decision-making, leading the organization of party, government, military and civilian studies, east, west, south, north, and middle schools. The General Assembly battle put forward the general requirements of firm confidence, together in the same boat, scientific prevention and precise policy implementation, and clearly defined the overall goal of resolutely curbing the spread of the epidemic and resolutely winning the battle against epidemic prevention and control. The defense war in Wuhan and Hubei were carefully deployed. It is necessary to formulate major strategic strategies.

Party committees and governments at all levels, as well as various departments and units, acted upon orders. Rural areas, communities, enterprises, medical and health institutions, scientific research institutions, schools, and military camps across the country were all in place.

Under the strong leadership of the Party Central Committee, the country quickly formed a strategic layout of unified command, comprehensive deployment, and three-dimensional prevention and control, which effectively curbed the spread of the epidemic in a large area, effectively changed the dangerous process of virus transmission, and maximized the protection of people’s lives and health. health.

  Xi Jinping pointed out that in the face of a sudden and severe epidemic, the Chinese people have worked together through storms and hardships to build a solid line of defense for epidemic prevention and control. We will use the power of the whole country to implement an unprecedented scale of life rescue. The people of Wuhan and Hubei are aware of the general situation and take the overall situation into consideration. Stopped the spread of the epidemic, won a strategic initiative for the nation's fight against the epidemic, and made great sacrifices and major contributions.

In the face of a sudden and severe epidemic, the vast number of medical staff in white suits and go retrograde, surrendering their lives to save lives, are the most beautiful angels and the loveliest people in the new era.

In the face of the sudden and severe epidemic, we made overall plans and coordinated progress, economic development has stabilized and improved, and the order of production and life has been steadily restored.

In the face of the sudden and severe epidemic, China has worked hand in hand with other countries in the world to overcome the difficulties, contributed wisdom and strength to the global fight against the epidemic, helped save thousands of lives around the world with practical actions, and demonstrated China with practical actions Promote the sincere desire to build a community with a shared future for mankind.

  Xi Jinping pointed out that youth is the hope of the country and nation.

In this fight against the epidemic, the outstanding performance of the younger generation is gratifying and touching.

There are no heroes who fall from the sky, only mortals who come forward.

The young generation is not afraid of hardship, hardships, and sacrifices. They shoulder mountain responsibilities with their arms, show their youthful and passionate demeanor, and show the hope of the Chinese nation.

Let us give them a thumbs up together.

  Xi Jinping emphasized that in this desperate battle against the severe epidemic, the Chinese people and the Chinese nation, with the courage to fight and win, forged the great resistance of the supremacy of life, the unity of the nation, the sacrifice of life, respect for science, and shared destiny. Epidemic spirit.

The supremacy of life embodies the profound benevolence tradition of the Chinese people and the people-centered value pursuit of the Chinese Communists.

The unity of the whole country embodies the unity and mighty strength of the Chinese people as one heart and sharing weal and woe.

To give up one's life and forget to die is a concentrated expression of the Chinese people's stubborn will to overcome all difficulties without being overwhelmed by any difficulties.

Respect for science is a concentrated expression of the Chinese people's practical character of seeking truth and being pragmatic, pioneering and innovative.

A common destiny embodies the moral responsibility of the Chinese people to help each other and love peace.

  Xi Jinping pointed out that in this magnificent fight against the epidemic, we have accumulated important experience and gained profound enlightenment.

The great practice of the anti-epidemic struggle has once again proved that the extremely strong leadership of the Chinese Communist Party is the most reliable backbone of the Chinese people when storms strike; the indomitable willpower of the Chinese people is to overcome all difficulties and obstacles on the road ahead. Source of strength; the significant advantages of the socialist system with Chinese characteristics are the fundamental guarantee for resisting risks and challenges and improving the efficiency of national governance; the solid national strength accumulated since the founding of the People’s Republic of China is the deep confidence to calmly deal with the stormy waves; the core values ​​of socialism, The strong spiritual power of the excellent Chinese traditional culture is a powerful force that unites people's hearts and powers; the broad appeal of building a community with a shared future for mankind is the right way to meet the common challenges of mankind and build a more prosperous and beautiful world.

  Xi Jinping emphasized that, at present, the world's major changes unseen in a century are accelerating and the domestic reform, development and stability tasks are arduous and onerous.

Standing at the historical intersection of the "two centenary goals", we must fully implement the party's basic theory, basic line, and basic strategy, adhere to the general tone of the work of seeking progress while maintaining stability, and unswervingly implement the new development concept, and focus on Construct a new development pattern, coordinate the domestic and international situations, handle the two major issues of development and security, promote the modernization of the national governance system and governance capabilities, and continue to create a new situation for the development of the party and the country.

We must not relax our efforts to normalize the epidemic prevention and control, and strive to win the fight against the epidemic.

We must do a good job in the "six stability" work, fully implement the "six guarantees" tasks, and ensure that we complete the decisive victory in building a well-off society in an all-round way, and decisively fight poverty alleviation.

We must speed up the filling of the shortcomings of the governance system, and consolidate institutional guarantees to ensure the safety of people's lives and health.

We must uphold the concept of a community with a shared future for mankind and join hands with the international community to respond to increasingly severe global challenges.

We must adhere to the bottom line thinking, increase the awareness of worry, effectively prevent and resolve various risks on the road ahead, unite all forces that can be united, mobilize all positive factors, and constantly win new victories in the great struggle with many new historical characteristics.

  Xi Jinping finally emphasized that "Heaven walks healthy, and gentlemen continue to strive for self-improvement." The fundamental reason why a nation is great is that it never gives up, does not retreat, does not stop in the face of any difficulties and risks, and is unrelenting in fighting for its own future and destiny.

The Chinese people and the Chinese nation, who have come from the suffering and splendor of more than 5,000 years of civilization and development, are bound to move forward on the great journey of the new era. No one or any force can stop the Chinese people from achieving a better life!

  At the meeting, Zhong Nanshan, winner of the "Medal of the Republic", National Advanced Individual in Fighting the New Coronary Pneumonia Epidemic, National Outstanding Communist Party Member, Chief Physician Liu Zhengyin of Peking Union Medical College Hospital Infection Department, National Advanced Group in Fighting New Coronary Pneumonia Epidemic, Representative of National Advanced Primary Party Organization, Wuhan Gui Xiaomei, secretary of the Party General Branch of the Qingheju Community, made a speech.

  Before the meeting, leading comrade Xi Jinping met with winners of national medals and national honorary titles, representatives of advanced individuals and collectives in the nation's fight against the new crown pneumonia epidemic, and took a group photo with everyone.

  Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee, Secretary of the Central Secretariat, Vice Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress, State Councilor, President of the Supreme People’s Court, Chief Procurator of the Supreme People’s Procuratorate, Vice Chairman of the CPPCC National Committee, and members of the Central Military Commission attended the meeting.

  Responsible comrades of various provinces, autonomous regions, municipalities, and various departments of the central party, government, and military groups, leaders of the central government of various democratic parties, the All-China Federation of Industry and Commerce and representatives of non-party personalities, representatives of relatives of national medals and national honorary titles, and representatives of their units. About 3,000 people including representatives of relatives of martyrs, compatriots from Hong Kong and Macau, compatriots in Taiwan, overseas Chinese and representatives of returned overseas Chinese and their relatives, foreign envoys in China, representatives of international organizations in China, and representatives of international friends who have contributed to China's fight against the new crown pneumonia epidemic attended the conference.