Core Viewpoint - The China Chemical Education Association held its sixth member congress and council meeting, electing new leadership and emphasizing the importance of talent development in the chemical industry [1] Group 1: New Leadership and Expectations - The new council president, Lang Hongqi, and 21 vice presidents were elected, with a focus on enhancing the quality of talent cultivation in the chemical industry [1] - Li Bin, vice president of the China Petroleum and Chemical Industry Federation, praised the previous council's achievements and outlined expectations for the new council to continue addressing industry needs [1] Group 2: Achievements of the Previous Council - The fifth council increased membership by 124, with the proportion of undergraduate institutions rising from 34.5% to 42% [2] - The council initiated 11 teacher activities covering 31 provinces, enhancing teacher development and research levels [2] - Over 200,000 students participated in 11 new student activities aimed at fostering innovation [2] - The council completed the construction and recommendation of national planning textbooks for the "14th Five-Year Plan" in the petroleum and chemical sectors [2] - The council established five self-built professional programs, enrolling over 20,000 in-service employees [2] Group 3: Future Plans of the New Council - The new council aims to strengthen its role as a bridge, conducting research to support the development of chemical education and human resources in the industry [3] - It plans to reflect member unit demands and create various cooperation and exchange platforms [3] - The council will continue to host competitions to build innovative and skilled talent [3] - Various training and exchange activities will be organized to enhance the capabilities of the talent pool [3] - The council will advance the construction of "15th Five-Year Plan" textbooks for better service in higher engineering education and vocational training [3] - It will work under the Ministry of Education to guide vocational education in the petroleum and chemical sectors [3] - The council will promote the establishment of a lifelong education system in the industry [3]