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普惠性、基础性、兜底性民生建设有力推进
Ren Min Ri Bao·2025-10-11 00:08

Core Viewpoint - The Chinese government is making significant progress in enhancing social welfare and support systems during the "14th Five-Year Plan" period, focusing on inclusive, foundational, and safety-net social welfare initiatives to better protect livelihoods, mitigate risks, and promote development [2][3]. Group 1: Social Welfare Enhancements - The social safety net for vulnerable populations has been significantly strengthened, with a layered and categorized social assistance system established, and a dynamic monitoring and support mechanism for disadvantaged groups initiated [3][4]. - The average standard of urban and rural minimum living allowances has increased by 19.6% and 21.3% respectively since 2020, with 39.4 million individuals receiving regular minimum living support [3]. - Support for vulnerable children has expanded to include orphans and children left behind by parents, with a comprehensive care system established, resulting in a 26%, 32%, and 31% increase in living standards for different categories of children since 2020 [3]. Group 2: Elderly Care Improvements - The development of elderly care services has advanced, with a national basic elderly service system established, aiming to optimize the supply structure [5][6]. - By the end of 2024, the number of elderly care institutions is expected to reach 406,000, with 7.993 million beds available, and various subsidies benefiting 49.45 million elderly individuals [5]. - The average life expectancy in China has increased to 79 years, reflecting a growing elderly population, with 220 million individuals aged 65 and above by the end of 2024, accounting for 15.6% of the total population [6]. Group 3: Charity Sector Growth - The charity sector has seen significant growth, with the number of registered charitable organizations increasing from over 9,400 at the end of 2020 to more than 16,000 currently [7][8]. - Charitable expenditures have reached 150 billion yuan annually, focusing on various social issues, including support for the elderly, children, and those with disabilities [8]. - A more robust charitable atmosphere has been cultivated, with initiatives like the "Chinese Charity Day" and the "Chinese Charity Award" promoting a culture of giving [8]. Group 4: Geographic Naming and Cultural Heritage - The Ministry of Civil Affairs has focused on enhancing geographic naming management, with over 600,000 new names announced and a national geographic information database established, containing 14.8 million entries [9]. - A cultural heritage evaluation system for geographic names has been developed, ensuring the protection of ancient names and cultural sites [9].