Core Points - The meeting emphasized the importance of implementing Xi Jinping's ecological civilization thought and the role of National People's Congress (NPC) representatives in legislative work, particularly in the compilation of the ecological environment code [1][2] - The compilation of the ecological environment code is a major legislative task determined by the Central Committee, with drafts being reviewed and public opinions being solicited [2] - NPC representatives are encouraged to actively participate in legislative processes and maintain close contact with the public to reflect their needs and expectations in legislative proposals [2] Legislative Focus - The NPC is currently reviewing the general principles, ecological protection, and green low-carbon development sections of the ecological environment code [2] - The emphasis is on democratic and open legislation, with a call for representatives to contribute suggestions for the ecological environment code [2] - The meeting highlighted the necessity for representatives to enhance their political awareness, theoretical level, and ability to perform their duties in the legislative process [2] Engagement with the Public - NPC representatives are urged to maintain close ties with the public to understand social sentiments and reflect them in legislative proposals [2] - There is a focus on the importance of publicizing and interpreting legislation to enhance understanding among the populace [2]

Group 1 - The speech by General Secretary Xi Jinping on the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's Anti-Japanese War and the World Anti-Fascist War has inspired a strong response among city officials and staff, emphasizing the importance of drawing strength from the great spirit of resistance to contribute to national rejuvenation and modernization efforts [1][2][3][4][5][6][7] - The city planning and natural resources department is committed to implementing the spirit of Xi Jinping's speech by focusing on key tasks such as stricter farmland protection, optimizing resource supply, and enhancing spatial planning to support high-quality urban development [2][4] - The education sector aims to integrate the theme of remembering history and cherishing peace into the educational process, fostering well-rounded socialist builders and successors through various educational initiatives [4][5] - The transportation sector is focused on enhancing its role as an international comprehensive transportation hub, emphasizing the importance of serving the public and improving skills to contribute to the city's transportation development [5][6] - The civil affairs department is dedicated to improving service efficiency and professionalism, focusing on elderly care, children's health, and addressing urgent public needs to enhance the sense of gain, happiness, and security among citizens [6][7] Group 2 - The green space and landscaping sector is committed to high-level planning and development, aiming to enhance urban ecological quality and citizen welfare through initiatives like pocket parks and green corridors [3][6] - The water management department has successfully built 502 rivers and lakes, with plans to create an additional 40 this year, reflecting a commitment to ecological development and environmental protection [7]

新华社内罗毕9月7日电 专访｜中国生态文明建设为世界提供范例——访联合国环境规划署气候和清洁 空气联盟秘书处负责人马丁娜·奥托 新华社记者严钰景 9月7日是第六个国际清洁空气蓝天日。联合国环境规划署气候和清洁空气联盟秘书处负责人马丁娜·奥 托日前接受新华社记者专访时说，中国生态文明建设为世界提供了范例，有利于激励并加速全球空气治 理相关行动。 奥托说，空气污染对全球是巨大挑战，已成为全球第二大死亡诱因。在清洁空气领域投资有助于开启能 源、交通、工业和农业等领域的创新之门，从而驱动经济发展。 奥托表示，强调经济、社会与生态环境协调发展的中国生态文明理念深度契合当今时代的发展主题。追 求清洁环境并非以牺牲经济发展为代价，而是能催生绿色新产业，是人类更健康、经济更具韧性的基 础。她说："国际清洁空气蓝天日可用于在全球推广这种愿景。" 在空气治理方面，中国已取得不少重要进展。2013年，《大气污染防治行动计划》出台，中国成为全球 第一个大规模开展PM2.5治理的发展中国家。经过持续攻坚，2023年中国空气质量达标城市数量达到 203个，在监测的339个地级及以上城市中占比达到约六成。蓝天白云成为常态，中国成为全球空气 ...

Core Viewpoint - China's ecological civilization construction serves as a global model, encouraging and accelerating actions related to air quality management worldwide [1][2]. Group 1: Achievements in Air Quality Management - Air pollution is a significant global challenge and the second leading cause of death worldwide [1]. - China has made substantial progress in air quality management, with 203 cities meeting air quality standards by 2023, representing approximately 60% of the monitored 339 cities [1]. - China is recognized as the fastest country in the world for improving air quality, largely due to the implementation of the Air Pollution Prevention and Control Action Plan initiated in 2013 [1]. Group 2: Policy and Investment Impact - Strict standards, improved monitoring systems, a transition to clean energy, industrial upgrades, and investments in clean transportation have led to significant improvements in air quality in China [2]. - The Chinese government's commitment to ecological civilization has integrated carbon reduction, pollution control, and green growth, creating remarkable ecological and green development achievements [1][2]. Group 3: Global Cooperation and Vision - The United Nations Environment Programme is assisting developing countries, particularly in Africa, to improve air quality through data sharing and regional cooperation [3]. - The Chinese ecological civilization concept aligns with the current global development theme, emphasizing that the pursuit of a clean environment can foster new green industries without sacrificing economic growth [3].

Core Viewpoint - The "Green Mountains and Clear Water are as Valuable as Mountains of Gold and Silver" concept, proposed by Xi Jinping 20 years ago, emphasizes the unity of economic development and ecological protection, guiding China's ecological civilization construction through significant theoretical and practical changes [1][2]. Theoretical Value - The concept has been consistently highlighted by Xi Jinping since its inception in 2005, with its importance reiterated in various national and international speeches, emphasizing the need for harmony between nature and development [2][3]. - It integrates Marxist ecological views with traditional Chinese ecological wisdom, forming a unique ecological civilization theory that promotes high-quality economic development alongside ecological protection [3][4]. Practical Innovations - The concept has led to a shift from short-term growth at the expense of the environment to a focus on ecological priority and green, low-carbon development [7][8]. - China's ecological environment has shown continuous improvement, with significant reductions in PM2.5 levels and increased public satisfaction regarding ecological conditions, demonstrating the practical effectiveness of the concept [8][9]. Economic Transformation - The concept positions natural capital as a fundamental production factor, enhancing Marxist political economy by recognizing the ecological environment's role in sustainable productivity [5][6]. - It promotes a complete cycle where ecological value is transformed into economic value, fostering a system where economic growth supports ecological protection [9][10]. International Influence - The concept serves as a model for developing countries facing ecological constraints, showcasing that high-quality development can be achieved through ecological protection [11][12]. - It encourages a paradigm shift from exploitative development to harmonious coexistence with nature, contributing to global ecological civilization efforts [12][14]. Diverse Practices - Various local initiatives in China exemplify the practical application of the concept, such as transforming ecological resources into marketable assets, providing valuable lessons for other developing nations [13][14]. - The concept has inspired innovative practices that align ecological sustainability with economic growth, offering a reference for achieving sustainable development tailored to local conditions [13][14].

Group 1 - The competition aims to enhance the skills and capabilities of forest and grassland fire prevention personnel, showcasing their professionalism and spirit in the face of increasing fire risks due to climate change [4][7] - A total of 38 teams and 380 participants from across the country participated in the event, highlighting the importance of collaboration and mutual learning among fire prevention teams [1][7] - The competition includes both individual and team events, focusing on practical skills such as theoretical knowledge, satellite navigation, chainsaw cutting, drone surveillance, and collaborative firefighting tactics [4][5] Group 2 - The event serves as a platform to test training outcomes, strengthen combat spirit, and promote the construction of a capable fire prevention workforce, which is essential for ecological safety and protecting lives and property [7] - The competition is part of a broader initiative to build a skilled workforce that meets the new demands of the forestry and grassland sector, encouraging innovation and knowledge among workers [7]

Group 1 - The core viewpoint emphasizes the need for the chemical industry to enhance its position under the low-carbon development strategy, integrating Xi Jinping's ecological civilization thought into all aspects of operations to improve competitiveness and fulfill social responsibilities [1][2] - The industry should focus on energy conservation and emission reduction through technological innovation and management optimization, including the recovery of effective gases and the treatment of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) [1][2] - Companies are encouraged to conduct detailed studies on their product systems and production processes to achieve energy savings and emissions reductions, thereby reinforcing their competitive advantages [2] Group 2 - The chemical industry must adjust its energy structure by reducing reliance on traditional fossil fuels and increasing the use of clean energy, while also improving the efficiency of existing fossil fuel utilization [2] - A scientific roadmap for energy transition should be developed, with phased and step-by-step implementation to facilitate energy structure adjustments [2] - The industry is preparing for the inclusion of carbon emissions in trading, necessitating the establishment of robust carbon emission monitoring, reporting, and verification systems [2]

Core Viewpoint - The ecological protection and high-quality development of the Yellow River Basin has been elevated to a significant national strategy, with a strong emphasis on the responsibility of Henan province to contribute to this initiative [1]. Group 1: Ecological Protection Initiatives - The Henan Provincial Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference has actively engaged in democratic supervision of ecological protection since 2021, contributing to the Yellow River Basin's ecological efforts [1][2]. - Various democratic parties have formed research teams to conduct supervision and research in designated cities, focusing on the implementation of major environmental projects outlined in the Yellow River Basin ecological protection plan [2][4]. Group 2: Enhancing Supervision Effectiveness - The effectiveness and precision of democratic supervision are enhanced through political education and organizational support, with annual meetings held to share experiences and coordinate efforts among various departments [3]. - Randomized field research has been employed to assess real conditions and enhance the effectiveness of democratic supervision, focusing on specific issues such as agricultural pollution and ecological restoration [4]. Group 3: Collaborative Efforts and Achievements - The democratic parties have conducted 141 field research activities and 47 online or written surveys, resulting in 183 research reports and 241 suggestions adopted by local governments [4]. - The "Double Carbon" conference has been successfully held three times, exploring new paths for ecological protection and democratic supervision in the Yellow River Basin [5]. Group 4: Future Directions - The unified front in Henan province has initiated the "Together for a Happy Yellow River" campaign, emphasizing collaboration across various sectors to contribute to the ecological and cultural development of the Yellow River Basin [6].

Group 1 - The meeting focused on implementing Xi Jinping's cultural and ecological civilization thoughts, as well as the spirit of provincial and municipal meetings [1] - The meeting approved local regulations including the Hangzhou Water Traffic Development and Management Regulations and the Fuyang Xindeng Ancient City Wall Protection Regulations, which will be submitted for provincial approval [1] - Reports were presented on optimizing the business environment and promoting the development of the private economy, with government representatives making statements [1] Group 2 - The meeting reviewed the implementation of the special ecological function area regulations and discussed the 2024 budget execution and audit reports [2] - Legislative evaluations were conducted on the pre-hospital emergency management regulations and the progress of ecological civilization construction [2] - Satisfaction assessments were carried out on the implementation of various legislative opinions, including the protection of ancient trees [2]

Group 1 - The meeting emphasized the significance of Xi Jinping's ecological civilization thought in addressing major theoretical and practical issues related to ecological civilization construction, leading to historic and transformative changes in China's ecological development [2] - The focus is on enhancing ecological civilization mechanisms, coordinating land and sea protection and development, and realizing the value of ecological products, which are critical for promoting a high-quality ecological environment in Hainan [2] - The meeting called for the active involvement of CPPCC members in promoting and implementing Xi Jinping's ecological civilization thought, advocating for green and low-carbon lifestyles, and contributing to the construction of the national ecological civilization pilot zone [2][3] Group 2 - The meeting was attended by key figures including the Vice Chairpersons and members of the CPPCC, indicating a collaborative approach to ecological governance [3] - The discussion included the importance of strict river management responsibilities and ongoing supervision of water treatment mechanisms to enhance river and lake ecological protection [2] - The meeting highlighted the need for continuous dialogue and democratic supervision to support Hainan's transition towards a greener economy and the establishment of a free trade port [2]