Core Insights - The 2025 annual water conservancy development achievements in Dezhou were highlighted, focusing on high-quality development goals and significant progress in water management [1][2] Group 1: National Leadership - Dezhou hosted the national agricultural water-saving efficiency system construction conference, promoting the "Four to Households, Five to Fields" approach, which was recognized as one of the top ten grassroots water management experiences in the country for 2025 [1] - The city's water usage per unit of GDP decreased by 28.39% compared to 2020, and the municipal water conservancy bureau received the first "China Water Saving Award" for advanced collective [1] Group 2: Provincial Leadership - The construction of the "Three Connections and Six Belts" modern water network is underway with a total investment of 8.225 billion, implementing 82 key water conservancy projects, leading the province [1] - Projects include major river governance and modernization of irrigation areas, with Dezhou being the only city in the province to pass the rural water quality improvement action plan [1] - The city is also the only national water budget management pilot in the province, successfully completing water rights transactions of 13.6345 million cubic meters [1] Group 3: Aggressive Initiatives - The Yellow River water overload issue has been resolved, lifting restrictions on new water extraction permits since 2020 [2] - A national agricultural water pricing reform pilot has established six mechanisms to achieve water savings and increased production [2] - The city has implemented regional comprehensive water pricing reform, ensuring fair pricing for Yellow River and Yangtze River water within counties [2] Group 4: Community Focus - Upgrades to 473 old water supply networks in villages and the construction of four new reservoirs, including the Pingyuan Yangzhuang Reservoir, have been completed [2] - The installation of 86,000 remote smart water meters and the implementation of direct service to rural households have been initiated [2] - The city has effectively managed water resources to address severe flooding in 2025, with significant drainage efforts and the completion of 2,003 channel dredging projects [2]

本站讯1月28日，水利部举办离退休干部水利工作情况通报会暨迎新春团拜会。部党组书记、部长李国 英向部机关离退休干部通报水利工作情况，并代表部党组向各位老领导、老同志以及全国水利系统广大 离退休干部职工致以崇高敬意和衷心祝福。部党组成员、副部长祖雷鸣、王宝恩出席会议，部党组成 员、副部长刘冬顺主持会议。老领导张德楠、索丽生、周保志、宋原生、蔡其华、张野、胡保林、田野 出席会议。 李国英在通报中总结了"十四五"时期在以习近平同志为核心的党中央坚强领导下，水利系统坚定不移践 行习近平总书记"节水优先、空间均衡、系统治理、两手发力"治水思路和关于治水重要论述精神，坚韧 不拔、苦干实干，推动水利高质量发展、保障我国水安全取得的显著成效，介绍了"十五五"水利工作的 总体要求、战略任务以及2026年重点工作。 作者：张俊豪袁凯凯责编：姚葳 李国英表示，老同志是水利事业的开拓者、奠基人，为水利事业改革发展作出了突出贡献。部党组将坚 定不移贯彻落实习近平总书记关于老干部工作的重要论述和重要指示批示精神，常怀敬老之心、善谋为 老之策、恪守爱老之责、多做敬老之事，让老同志共享发展成果、安享幸福晚年。希望老同志永葆革命 本色，继续发 ...

Core Viewpoint - The commencement of the Zhao Kou Yellow River Irrigation District modernization project is a significant step towards ecological protection, high-quality development, and national food security in China [1] Group 1: Project Overview - The Zhao Kou Irrigation District is located in the eastern plain of Henan Province and is the largest irrigation area in the province and the fourth largest in the country [1] - The project has a designed irrigation area of 3.665 million acres and a total investment of 6.499 billion yuan, with completion planned for July 2029 [1] Group 2: Key Construction Elements - The main construction activities include the renovation or new construction of 220 channels (ditches) with a total length of 1,353 kilometers, and the renovation (or new construction) of 2,019 various structures such as sluices and pumping stations [1] - The project will also advance the construction of a digital twin irrigation area, focusing on creating a water-saving, efficient, and ecologically sound flagship project [1]

Core Viewpoint - The commencement of the Zhao Kou Yellow River Irrigation District modernization project marks a significant step in enhancing ecological protection, food security, and high-quality water resource development in Henan Province and the broader Yellow River basin [1]. Group 1: Project Overview - The Zhao Kou Yellow River Irrigation District is located in the eastern plain of Henan Province and is the largest irrigation district in the province and the fourth largest in the country [1]. - The project has a designed irrigation area of 3.665 million acres and a total investment of 6.499 billion yuan, with a completion target set for July 2029 [1]. - Key construction components include the renovation or construction of 220 channels with a total length of 1,353 kilometers and the renovation or construction of 2,019 various structures such as sluices and pumping stations [1]. Group 2: Strategic Importance - This project is a crucial initiative for implementing the ecological protection and high-quality development strategy of the Yellow River basin, as well as the national food security strategy and the new round of grain production enhancement actions [1]. - The project aims to create a water-saving, efficient, and ecologically sound irrigation system, contributing to national food security and promoting high-quality water resource development [1].

Core Viewpoint - The meeting emphasized the importance of implementing the spirit of the Central Political Bureau's democratic life meeting and the directives from the Ministry of Water Resources, focusing on high-quality development in water management and safety [1] Group 1: Policy Implementation - The meeting highlighted the need to deeply learn and implement the important speech by General Secretary Xi Jinping, reinforcing the significance of the "two establishments" and enhancing the "four consciousnesses" [1] - It stressed the importance of adhering to the democratic centralism and following decision-making rules, ensuring compliance with laws and regulations in fulfilling responsibilities [1] Group 2: Party Governance - The meeting called for strengthening the responsibility of party governance and maintaining a commitment to the "three musts," promoting comprehensive and strict governance of the party [1] - It encouraged leaders to take initiative and drive entrepreneurship, aiming for high-quality development in water management and ensuring national water security [1] Group 3: Future Actions - The meeting outlined the necessity to conduct theoretical learning closely aligned with the Ministry's work deployment and to engage in extensive discussions to gather opinions and suggestions [1] - It emphasized the importance of conducting a thorough analysis and ensuring a high-quality democratic life meeting for the committee and its subordinate organizations in 2025 [1]

Core Viewpoint - The 2026 National Water Resources Work Conference emphasizes the implementation of Xi Jinping's water management philosophy, focusing on water conservation, spatial balance, systematic governance, and dual efforts, while planning for the 15th Five-Year Plan and 2026 key tasks [1][2]. Group 1 - The meeting highlighted the significant achievements of the 2025 and the 14th Five-Year Plan in water resources management, attributing these successes to the leadership of the Central Committee and the guidance of Xi Jinping's thoughts on water management [2]. - It is essential to recognize the historical context and development environment of water resources work, adhering to the "six musts" for valuable experience, and focusing on the overall requirements and goals for the 15th Five-Year Plan [2]. - The meeting called for active strategic research and the solid advancement of the 15th Five-Year Plan for water security, enhancing the quality and efficiency of major water project reviews to support high-quality water resource development [2]. Group 2 - The meeting stressed the importance of implementing the "five further improvements" in advancing the Party's self-revolution, emphasizing the political responsibility of Party governance and the need for high-quality Party building to ensure high-quality development [2].

Core Viewpoint - The meeting emphasized the importance of implementing the spirit of the 2026 National Water Conservancy Work Conference, aligning it with Xi Jinping's water management philosophy and the resolutions from the 20th National Congress of the Communist Party of China [1][2]. Group 1 - The 2026 National Water Conservancy Work Conference aims to summarize achievements from 2025 and the 14th Five-Year Plan, analyze the historical context and development environment for the 15th Five-Year Plan, and outline strategic tasks and key work for 2026 to promote high-quality development in water conservancy [1]. - The meeting highlighted the need to enhance the work level for retired cadres by integrating the conference's spirit with Xi Jinping's water management thoughts and the resolutions from the 20th Central Committee [2]. Group 2 - The meeting outlined four key areas for improving services for retired cadres: strengthening political leadership, enhancing service quality, encouraging active participation in water conservancy development, and improving the capabilities of the retired cadre workforce [2]. - Specific actions include communicating the conference's spirit to retired cadres, ensuring their political and living benefits, and fostering a harmonious environment for water conservancy reform and development [2].

Group 1 - The Ministry of Water Resources held a ceremony to award first and second-class merits to civil servants and collectives for their contributions to high-quality water development and national water security [1] - A total of 4 civil servants and 5 collectives received first-class merits, while 16 civil servants and 10 collectives received second-class merits [1] - The Minister of Water Resources, Li Guoying, emphasized the historical achievements and transformations in water management since the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China, highlighting the dedication and political integrity of the awarded individuals [1] Group 2 - Li Guoying called on water resources personnel to fully implement the spirit of the 20th National Congress and subsequent plenary sessions, and to embody the principles of water management outlined by General Secretary Xi Jinping [2] - The Minister urged water resources staff to be reliable, loyal, and proactive in their roles, contributing to the high-quality development of water resources and ensuring national water security [2] - The ceremony was attended by senior officials and civil servants from various departments, with some participants joining via video [2]

Core Viewpoint - The meeting emphasized the importance of the 14th Five-Year Plan (14th FYP) in China's water resources development history and outlined the strategic direction for the 15th Five-Year Plan (15th FYP) to ensure high-quality water management in the Pearl River Basin [1][2] Group 1 - The meeting highlighted the significant improvements in national flood and drought disaster prevention capabilities and water resource conservation during the 14th FYP [1] - The meeting underscored the need to understand the valuable experiences derived from the past five years, encapsulated in the "six musts," and to enhance awareness and confidence in the leadership of the Communist Party [1][2] - The meeting called for a comprehensive understanding of the overall requirements and goals for the 15th FYP, focusing on six strategic tasks to enhance the governance and management capabilities of the Pearl River Basin [2] Group 2 - The meeting stressed the importance of adhering to the guiding principles of the 15th FYP, including prioritizing water conservation and implementing a systematic approach to water management [2] - The meeting urged immediate organization of in-depth learning and understanding of the national water resources conference spirit, focusing on the responsibilities of river basin management institutions [2] - The meeting aimed to inject strong development momentum into high-quality development and ensure water safety in the Pearl River Basin through systematic planning for the 15th FYP and key tasks for 2026 [2]

Core Viewpoint - The meeting emphasizes the importance of implementing the spirit of the 2026 National Water Conservancy Work Conference, aligning with the strategic water management thoughts of General Secretary Xi Jinping, and setting clear goals for the "14th Five-Year Plan" and the upcoming "15th Five-Year Plan" [1][2] Group 1 - The meeting aims to summarize the achievements of high-quality water conservancy development in 2025 and the "14th Five-Year Plan," while planning the objectives and key tasks for the "15th Five-Year Plan" and 2026 [1] - The focus is on integrating the learning of the national water conservancy work conference with Xi Jinping's water management thoughts and the spirit of the 20th Central Committee's Fourth Plenary Session, enhancing both ideological and action awareness [2] - The meeting outlines six strategic tasks for the "15th Five-Year Plan" and emphasizes the need for high-quality planning and implementation of the group's development plan [2] Group 2 - The meeting stresses the importance of improving the group's overall process control, quality creation capabilities, integrated development abilities, and risk prevention capabilities to ensure a strong start for the "15th Five-Year Plan" [2] - It highlights the necessity of strengthening the leadership of the Party and promoting strict governance, aiming for continuous improvement in work style and high-quality development [2] - The meeting was attended by the leadership team of the publishing media group, management positions, and key personnel from various departments and subsidiaries [2]