华夏时评：消费创新策马扬鞭，中国经济向新开局

Group 1 - The core viewpoint emphasizes the strong start of China's economy in 2026, marked by significant consumer activity during the Spring Festival holiday, which serves as a vital indicator of economic resilience [2][3] - During the 2026 Spring Festival holiday, over 2.8 billion trips were made, with transportation sectors showing growth rates exceeding 10% for rail, road, and waterway passenger volumes, and a 7.3% increase in civil aviation passenger volume [2] - Domestic tourism reached 596 million trips with total spending of 803.483 billion yuan, both figures setting historical records [2] Group 2 - The government emphasizes the need for urgency and responsibility among departments to achieve economic stability throughout the year, focusing on consumption upgrades and innovative growth [3][4] - Various regions are holding "New Spring First Meetings" to discuss strategies for economic development, with a focus on the synergy between manufacturing and service industries, and promoting technological innovation [3][4] - The upcoming National People's Congress in March is expected to translate current momentum into institutional arrangements and clear action guidelines for economic growth [4][5]