Core Viewpoint - The recent amendments to the Village Committee Organization Law and the Urban Residents Committee Organization Law are aimed at strengthening grassroots governance and enhancing the role of the Communist Party in local governance, effective from January 1, 2026 [1][2][4]. Group 1: Background and Principles - The amendments are a response to the need for improved grassroots governance and are aligned with the constitutional mandate for grassroots self-governance [2]. - The basic principles of the amendments include strengthening the Party's leadership in grassroots governance, consolidating grassroots self-governance, and ensuring consistency in legal provisions across urban and rural contexts [3]. Group 2: Key Content of Amendments - The amendments emphasize the Party's comprehensive leadership in grassroots governance, refine the composition and responsibilities of village and residents' committees, and enhance democratic processes such as elections and consultations [3][5]. - New provisions include the establishment of democratic decision-making mechanisms, improved management and supervision systems, and enhanced support for the operational needs of village and residents' committees [3][9]. Group 3: Significance and Implementation - The modifications are seen as a practical application of Xi Jinping's rule of law thought in grassroots governance, aiming to enhance community self-management and promote a governance system that combines self-governance, rule of law, and moral governance [4]. - Authorities are urged to prepare for the effective implementation of these laws, ensuring that they are fully operational and beneficial to the community [4].

Core Points - The "People's Congress and Youth Together" series of activities was launched to engage young people in understanding and participating in the People's Congress system [1][2] - Activities include a knowledge competition, short video submissions, and grassroots practical experiences to promote immersive participation [2] Group 1 - The series aims to provide young people with a "zero-distance" experience of the People's Congress system, allowing them to engage directly with legislative processes [2] - The knowledge competition will take place from October 28 to November 6, 2025, with outstanding teams competing in a live event on December 4 [2] - Short video submissions will be accepted from October 28 to November 19, encouraging youth to express their understanding and experiences related to the People's Congress [2] Group 2 - The Sichuan Provincial People's Congress has focused on youth engagement, establishing research centers and training bases in collaboration with universities [2] - Initiatives include inviting students to observe meetings and participate in discussions to make the People's Congress system more accessible and relatable [2]

记者 洪俊杰 10月27日，市政协党组扩大会议召开，传达学习贯彻党的二十届四中全会精神和市委常委会扩大会 议精神。市政协主席、党组书记胡文容主持并讲话，要求认真学习领会党的二十届四中全会精神和习近 平总书记在全会上的重要讲话精神，全面贯彻市委部署要求，紧扣上海经济社会发展的重大命题，精准 建言资政、广泛凝聚共识，为上海"十五五"开好局、起好步，加快建成具有世界影响力的社会主义现代 化国际大都市作出新的更大贡献。 市委常委、统战部部长，市政协党组副书记陈通，市政协副主席陈群，副主席、党组成员金兴明， 副主席黄震，副主席、党组成员虞丽娟、吴信宝，副主席寿子琪、钱锋、邵志清出席。 会议指出，党的二十届四中全会是在向第二个百年奋斗目标进军的新征程上举行的一次十分重要的 会议，是乘势而上、接续推进中国式现代化建设的又一次总动员、总部署。习近平总书记在全会上的重 要讲话和全会通过的《中共中央关于制定国民经济和社会发展第十五个五年规划的建议》，对未来5年 发展作出顶层设计和战略擘画，充分体现了以习近平同志为核心的党中央团结带领全党全国各族人民， 续写经济快速发展和社会长期稳定两大奇迹新篇章、奋力开创中国式现代化建设新局面的 ...

Core Insights - The "15th Five-Year Plan" is being formulated as a continuation of the "14th Five-Year Plan," emphasizing the integration of top-level design and public consultation to ensure effective governance and planning [1][2][4] Group 1: Planning and Governance - The formulation and implementation of five-year plans are crucial experiences for the governance of the Communist Party and represent a significant political advantage of socialism with Chinese characteristics [2] - The "15th Five-Year Plan" period is identified as a critical time for solidifying the foundation for achieving socialist modernization, requiring strategic planning across various sectors in response to new challenges and opportunities [2] Group 2: Public Engagement - Public consultation is highlighted as a vital source of wisdom and strength for the five-year planning process, with over 311.3 million suggestions collected during the online consultation for the "15th Five-Year Plan" [3] - Engaging with the public ensures that the planning process aligns with the actual needs and aspirations of the people, fostering a connection between government initiatives and public expectations [3][4] Group 3: Integration of Approaches - The combination of top-level design and public consultation is a distinctive feature of China's development planning system, enhancing the government's ability to coordinate and direct national development while mobilizing public initiative and creativity [4] - The emphasis on both strategic focus and grassroots input aims to create an environment where innovation can thrive at all levels, ensuring that every individual can contribute to the modernization process [4]

Core Points - The essence of Chinese-style modernization is the development of whole-process people's democracy [2] - The 20th Central Committee's Fourth Plenary Session approved the suggestions for the 15th Five-Year Plan, emphasizing the importance of public opinion in policy-making [1] - The practice of whole-process people's democracy is highlighted by the extensive public participation in the planning process, with over 3.113 million suggestions received [1] Group 1 - The 20th Central Committee's Fourth Plenary Session took place from October 20 to 23, focusing on the 15th Five-Year Plan [1] - Xi Jinping emphasized the importance of listening to public opinions and integrating them into policy-making to achieve modernization [1][2] - The concept of whole-process people's democracy was first introduced by Xi Jinping in November 2019, highlighting its significance in governance [1][3] Group 2 - The practice of whole-process people's democracy is seen as a vital component of socialism and modernization in China [2][4] - The implementation of the Civil Code, which involved public consultation and feedback, reflects the commitment to protecting people's rights [5] - Xi Jinping's engagement in community discussions illustrates the importance of grassroots participation in governance [6]

党的二十届四中全会10月20日至23日在京举行，审议通过了《中共中央关于制定国民经济和社会发 展第十五个五年规划的建议》。 习近平总书记指出："发扬民主、集思广益，广泛听取各方面意见，是中共中央研究重大问题、制 定重要文件的一贯做法和优良传统。为做好建议稿起草工作，中共中央组织了深入的调查研究，并面向 全社会开展了网络征求意见活动。" 今年5月20日至6月20日，"十五五"规划编制工作开展网络征求意见活动，累计收到网民建言超过 311.3万条，是全过程人民民主的一次生动实践。习近平总书记就研究吸收网民对"十五五"规划编制工 作意见建议作出重要指示强调："广泛深入地察民情、听民声、汇民智，凝聚起推进中国式现代化的强 大合力，不断实现人民对美好生活的向往。" 人民的"金点子"，不断转化为发展的"金果子"。"人民民主是一种全过程的民主"。2019年11月2 日，习近平总书记在上海市长宁区虹桥街道考察时，同正在基层立法联系点参加立法意见征询的社区居 民代表亲切交流，首次提出全过程人民民主重大理念。 中国式现代化是亿万人民自己的事业。党的二十届三中全会《决定》提出："发展全过程人民民主 是中国式现代化的本质要求。" 习 ...

"感谢河南的周到安排，我们此行收获颇丰，同时也透过河南解码中国式现代化的生动图景。"10月25 日，在郑州新郑国际机场，尼日利亚众议员布莱辛·奥涅切·奥努真诚地说。 "非洲有一句古老的谚语：'教育一个女孩，你就教育了一个民族。'"塞内加尔议员达芭·瓦尼亚娜表示， 河南在职业教育方面的探索和实践非常值得借鉴，我们也会将这些成功的经验带回国，持续赋能妇女发 展。 赞比亚议员贝伦达·尼伦达则对全过程人民民主基层联络平台建设表现出浓厚兴趣，她认为这种模式能 够更有效地倾听民众的声音、解决实际问题、增强基层治理能力。 此次访问交流活动，不仅增进了非洲女性议员对中国、对河南的了解，更架起了中非立法机构、妇女事 业交流合作的新桥梁。大家表示，将把在河南的所见所闻带回国，积极推动开展多双边妇女领域国际交 流合作，共建妇女事业合作新格局、妇女赋能服务新平台，为构建人类命运共同体作出新的更大贡献。 （记者 石可欣） 责任编辑： 麻文静 近日，来自阿尔及利亚、布隆迪、加纳等8个国家的40位议员和议会官员参加由中国全国人大举办的非 洲女性议员研讨班，研讨班主题是"加强立法机构交流合作，推进全球妇女事业加速发展"。10月22日至 25 ...

Group 1: Core Insights - The article emphasizes the importance of high-quality party leadership in driving high-quality economic development in Jiangsu during the "14th Five-Year Plan" period [2][4] - Jiangsu has made significant strides in modernizing governance systems and capabilities, focusing on grassroots governance and enhancing the political functions of local party organizations [3][8] - The province has actively promoted democratic governance, allowing citizens greater access to legislative processes and encouraging public participation in decision-making [5][6] Group 2: Governance and Party Building - Jiangsu has implemented a series of measures to strengthen party discipline and political oversight, including the establishment of a comprehensive political supervision system [3][4] - The province has prioritized theoretical education and political unity among party members, conducting multiple rounds of concentrated education on party principles [2][3] - The grassroots party organizations have been empowered to enhance their governance capabilities, with over 28.32 million grassroots organizations and 564.71 million party members actively participating [3][8] Group 3: Legal and Democratic Development - The establishment of a public opinion collection mechanism by the provincial people's congress has transformed the approach to gathering citizen feedback, leading to increased public engagement in legislative processes [6][7] - The promotion of legal awareness and education has been a key focus, with initiatives aimed at improving the legal literacy of citizens across various sectors [6][9] - The integration of multiple forms of supervision, including party, legislative, and public oversight, has created a more coordinated and effective governance framework [7][9] Group 4: Grassroots Governance Innovations - Jiangsu has seen innovative practices in grassroots governance, with initiatives like the "community party branch" model enhancing local governance and addressing community needs [8][9] - The province has focused on resolving community issues through collaborative efforts among party organizations, local governments, and social entities [8][9] - The integration of technology and data-driven approaches has improved the efficiency and responsiveness of grassroots governance [9]

Core Points - The 20th Central Committee's Fourth Plenary Session was held from October 20 to 23, where the proposal for the 15th Five-Year Plan was reviewed and approved [1] - Xi Jinping emphasized the importance of democracy and collective wisdom in the decision-making process, highlighting the extensive public consultation conducted for the plan [1] - Over 3.113 million suggestions were received during the public consultation from May 20 to June 20, showcasing a practical implementation of whole-process people's democracy [1] - The concept of whole-process people's democracy is presented as essential for Chinese-style modernization, reflecting the people's aspirations for a better life [1] - Xi Jinping reiterated that without democracy, there can be no socialism, modernization, or national rejuvenation [1] Group 1 - The 15th Five-Year Plan emphasizes the role of public opinion in shaping national policies [1] - The concept of whole-process people's democracy is a fundamental requirement for Chinese-style modernization [1] - Xi Jinping's leadership is characterized by a commitment to listening to the people's voices and integrating their insights into governance [1] Group 2 - The implementation of the Civil Code is highlighted as a significant achievement, with over 1 million opinions collected during its drafting process [5] - The importance of democracy as a tool for addressing the needs of the people is underscored [6] - Community engagement initiatives, such as the "small courtyard discussion hall," are promoted to enhance residents' sense of ownership and belonging [7]

Core Viewpoint - The article emphasizes the importance of prioritizing the people's needs in the economic and social development during the "14th Five-Year Plan" and "15th Five-Year Plan" periods, advocating for a focus on common prosperity and improving the quality of life for all citizens [1][2][4]. Group 1: Economic and Social Development - The "14th Five-Year Plan" period saw stable urban employment with over 12 million new jobs created annually, and residents' income growth aligned with economic growth [1]. - The article highlights the establishment of the world's largest education, healthcare, and social security systems, with participation rates in nine-year compulsory education, basic pension insurance, and basic medical insurance exceeding 95% [1]. - The "15th Five-Year Plan" aims to enhance the quality of life through high-quality economic development, focusing on practical measures to address urgent public needs [2]. Group 2: People's Role in Modernization - The article stresses that Chinese-style modernization is fundamentally a people's endeavor, relying on the wisdom and strength of the populace [3]. - It mentions the extensive public engagement in policy formulation, with over 311.3 million suggestions received, demonstrating a commitment to democratic processes and people's participation [3]. - The article underscores the necessity of integrating top-level design with public consultation to stimulate creativity and initiative among the people [3]. Group 3: Implementation and Commitment - The article calls for a consistent and detailed implementation of the "people first" principle, emphasizing the need for continuous efforts to meet the people's aspirations for a better life [4]. - It highlights the importance of collective action and unity among the populace to achieve shared goals and create a better future [4].