Original Title: Political Bureau of CPC Central Committee Holds Democratic Life Meeting, Emphasizes

Persistent Implementation of the Central Committee’s Eight-Point Decision on Improving Conduct

Gathering Strength and Working Hard with a Fine Work Style

Xi Jinping, General Secretary of the CPC Central Committee, Presides Over the Meeting and Delivers an Important Speech

BEIJING, Dec. 26 – The Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee held a democratic life meeting on December 25-26. The meeting focused on thoroughly studying and implementing Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era, fully implementing the spirit of the Fourth Plenary Session of the 20th CPC Central Committee, and persistently implementing the Central Committee’s Eight-Point Decision on Improving Conduct. It aimed to promote the normalization and long-term effectiveness of work style improvement. Participants conducted self-examination and Party spirit analysis based on their ideological and practical work situations, engaging in criticism and self-criticism.

Xi Jinping, General Secretary of the CPC Central Committee, presided over the meeting and delivered an important speech.

Prior to the meeting, relevant parties made careful preparations. Members of the Political Bureau held heart-to-heart talks with relevant responsible comrades, listened to opinions and suggestions, and prepared outlines for their speeches. During the meeting, reports were first heard on the implementation of the Central Committee’s Eight-Point Decision by the Political Bureau in 2025 and on the work to address pointless formalities and reduce burdens on grassroots units in 2025. Members of the Political Bureau then delivered speeches one by one. Centering on the meeting’s theme and in accordance with the “Several Regulations of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee on Strengthening and Upholding the Centralized and Unified Leadership of the Party Central Committee” and the “Detailed Rules for the Implementation of the Eight-Point Decision by the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee,” they conscientiously examined problems, conducted in-depth analysis, spoke frankly and freely. The atmosphere was both serious and lively, achieving the expected results.

The speeches by the members of the Political Bureau focused on five key areas. First, taking the lead in strengthening political loyalty and enhancing political capability. Second, taking the lead in consolidating foundations and strengthening Party spirit. Third, taking the lead in holding the people, the organization, and laws and regulations in awe. Fourth, taking the lead in pursuing work and entrepreneurship with a sense of responsibility. Fifth, taking the lead in resolutely shouldering the responsibility of governing the Party with strict discipline.

The meeting emphasized that 2025 has been an extraordinary year. Faced with severe challenges from domestic and international situations, the Party Central Committee with Comrade Xi Jinping at its core united and led the entire Party and people of all ethnic groups across the country in tackling difficulties and striving hard. The main targets for economic and social development are set to be successfully accomplished, and the 14th Five-Year Plan period is about to be successfully concluded. China’s economy has advanced under pressure, developing with new and improved qualities. Reform and opening up have taken new steps, people’s livelihoods have been better ensured, and overall social stability has been maintained. These achievements have not come easily.

Members of the Political Bureau unanimously agreed that the new major achievements in the Party and the country’s endeavors are fundamentally attributable to the strong leadership of the Party Central Committee with Comrade Xi Jinping at its core and the scientific guidance of Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era. The entire Party must deeply comprehend the decisive significance of the “Two Establishments,” strengthen the “Four Consciousnesses,” firm up the “Four Confidences,” and achieve the “Two Upholds.” Next year marks the

Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee

The Political Bureau of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee, often referred to as the Politburo, is the core decision-making body of the Communist Party of China. It is elected by the Central Committee and is responsible for directing the Party’s work between plenary sessions of the Central Committee. Throughout its history, established as a key structure in the Party’s leadership system, it has played a central role in formulating major national policies and guiding China’s development.

Central Committee’s Eight-Point Decision on Improving Conduct

The “Central Committee’s Eight-Point Decision on Improving Conduct” is not a physical place or cultural site, but a key Chinese Communist Party policy document. Issued in 2012, it outlines rules to curb bureaucratic excesses, formalism, and extravagance among Party officials, aiming to strengthen discipline and maintain closer ties with the public. It has had a significant and ongoing impact on the work style within China’s political system.

Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era

“Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era” is the guiding ideology of contemporary China, established as a key component of the Communist Party of China’s theoretical framework at its 19th National Congress in 2017. It represents a major theoretical innovation for adapting Marxism to the Chinese context, providing the fundamental guideline for China’s development and rejuvenation in the current era.

Fourth Plenary Session of the 20th CPC Central Committee

The Fourth Plenary Session of the 20th CPC Central Committee is a key meeting of the Communist Party of China’s central leadership, typically focused on major governance and party-building issues. Historically, such plenary sessions have played a crucial role in setting strategic directions and policies for the nation’s development.

Several Regulations of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee on Strengthening and Upholding the Centralized and Unified Leadership of the Party Central Committee

This is not a physical place or cultural site, but a key internal governance document of the Communist Party of China (CPC). It outlines regulations to ensure the Party’s unity and centralized leadership under the Central Committee, reflecting the CPC’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its organizational discipline and governance capacity.

Detailed Rules for the Implementation of the Eight-Point Decision by the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee

The “Detailed Rules for the Implementation of the Eight-Point Decision” is a set of internal Party regulations issued by the Communist Party of China (CPC) to enforce strict discipline and improve the work style of Party members and officials. It was introduced in 2012 as a key measure to combat formalism, bureaucracy, extravagance, and hedonism within the Party, reflecting the CPC’s ongoing commitment to self-governance and integrity. This initiative has played a significant role in promoting clean governance and maintaining close ties between the Party and the people.

14th Five-Year Plan

The “14th Five-Year Plan” is not a physical place or cultural site, but rather a strategic national development blueprint for the People’s Republic of China. It officially refers to the 14th Five-Year Plan for Economic and Social Development and Long-Range Objectives Through 2035, which was adopted in 2021 and outlines the country’s key economic, technological, and social goals for the 2021-2025 period. Historically, China’s Five-Year Plans have been a central feature of its governance since 1953, guiding its modernization and development efforts.

Two Establishments

“Two Establishments” is not a widely recognized specific cultural site or historical term. Without additional context, it could refer to a local business name, a colloquial reference, or a concept like the separation of church and state (the “establishment clause”). For a proper summary, more specific information about the location or its cultural significance is needed.