Core Points - The establishment of the "Canal City Integrated Ideological and Political Education Alliance" aims to enhance the integration of ideological and political education across various educational levels along the Grand Canal, promoting cultural heritage and innovative educational practices [3][4][27] - The alliance is a collaborative effort involving universities, middle schools, and primary schools from eight provinces and cities along the Grand Canal, focusing on resource sharing and mutual benefits [3][4] - The initiative is aligned with the directives of Xi Jinping regarding the protection and utilization of Grand Canal culture, emphasizing the importance of integrating cultural education into the ideological and political curriculum [27][29] Group 1 - The "Canal City Integrated Ideological and Political Education Alliance" was officially launched during the opening ceremony of the 2025 Grand Canal Cultural Belt Beijing-Hangzhou Dialogue event [1] - The alliance aims to create a collaborative platform for ideological and political education, focusing on the historical and cultural significance of the Grand Canal [3][4] - The initiative will explore new paths and models for ideological education in the context of the Grand Canal's cultural heritage [3][6] Group 2 - Future actions of the alliance include creating "Canal Walking Classrooms," establishing research platforms, and promoting cultural brands related to the Grand Canal [6][27] - The alliance will also focus on enhancing the effectiveness of ideological education through practical engagement and community involvement [6][27] - A seminar was held to discuss the alliance's objectives and share experiences among representatives from various educational institutions [8][18] Group 3 - The alliance's establishment is supported by educational authorities from the eight provinces and cities along the Grand Canal, with Beijing's education committee taking the lead [4][27] - The initiative aims to foster a sense of cultural identity and responsibility among students through practical experiences related to the Grand Canal [14][29] - The alliance will work towards creating a comprehensive educational framework that integrates ideological education with cultural heritage [16][29]