中新网北京8月18日电 (记者 杨程晨)中央统战部副部长马利怀18日在北京表示，支持党外人士担任各级 人大、政府、司法机关领导职务，参加国家政权建设，并在人民政协中发挥重要作用，彰显了我国政治 制度的独特优势。 国务院新闻办公室当天举行新闻发布会，介绍"十四五"时期发展社会主义民主有关情况。马利怀 说，"十四五"期间，中国新型政党制度不断发展完善，在国家经济社会发展和政治生活中发挥了十分重 要而独特的作用，一是政党协商规范有序，二是围绕中心、服务大局的作用进一步凸显，三是政治参与 渠道不断拓宽。 他提到，5年来，各民主党派中央、全国工商联、无党派人士围绕10个主题开展重点考察调研，通过调 研协商座谈会、"直通车"等形式提出意见建议400余件，为党中央、国务院科学决策、精准施策提供有 力参考。一大批民主党派成员、无党派人士在各级人大、政府、政协任职，积极反映所联系群众的意见 建议。2023年换届时，有791名党外人士担任全国人大代表，1320名党外人士担任全国政协委员，还有 不少担任最高人民法院、最高人民检察院、国务院组成部门，以及省级、市级人大、政府、政协领导职 务。 马利怀强调，各民主党派围绕更好发挥参政党 ...

Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the efforts made by mainland China in protecting the Yangtze River and the positive ecological changes observed in Chongqing, as experienced by Taiwanese participants during a recent exchange event [1][2][3]. Group 1: Ecological Protection Efforts - The Taiwan Democratic Alliance has conducted 40 research visits and 40 seminars over five years, contributing over 160 suggestions for the protection of the Yangtze River [2]. - The population of Yangtze River dolphins has increased to 1,249, up by 237 since 2017, indicating successful conservation efforts [3]. - Chongqing's water quality has maintained a Class II standard for eight consecutive years, suitable for drinking water sources and rare aquatic habitats [4]. Group 2: Urban Development and Cultural Exchange - Participants expressed admiration for Chongqing's unique urban landscape, likening it to Manhattan, with modern skyscrapers and traditional architecture coexisting [5]. - The event allowed Taiwanese participants to learn about the historical and cultural ties between the two sides, enhancing their understanding of the role of the Taiwan Democratic Alliance in significant national issues [2][6]. - Local Taiwanese entrepreneurs are engaging in eco-friendly agricultural projects, reflecting a growing awareness of environmental issues among the youth [4][5].

Core Viewpoint - A resin technology company has been convicted of environmental pollution for illegally disposing of hazardous waste, resulting in the discharge of over 20,000 tons of waste into the Yangtze River, highlighting the legal consequences of environmental violations in China [1][2][3] Group 1: Company Actions and Legal Consequences - The resin technology company, along with its technical head, was found guilty of transferring hazardous waste to unqualified individuals for illegal disposal, leading to severe environmental pollution [1][2] - The company was fined 6 million yuan, and its technical head and other involved individuals received prison sentences ranging from two years to six and a half years [2] - A civil public interest lawsuit resulted in the company and its technical head agreeing to pay over 89 million yuan for ecological restoration and related costs, with provisions for technical upgrades to mitigate future risks [2] Group 2: Environmental Protection Measures - The case is significant as it represents a strict judicial response to the illegal transfer and dumping of hazardous waste, aimed at protecting the ecological environment of the Yangtze River [3] - The court adopted an innovative compensation approach combining cash payments and technical upgrade deductions to address the environmental damage while balancing economic development and environmental protection [3]