On the afternoon of May 28, a provincial party secretary and the director of the provincial people’s congress standing committee visited Wuhan to meet with the province’s tenth batch of cadres and specialists assigned to assist Xinjiang before their departure. They extended warm greetings on behalf of the provincial party committee and government, encouraging them to diligently study and implement important speeches and directives on Xinjiang work, fully and accurately carry out the party’s strategy for governing Xinjiang in the new era, shoulder responsibilities, fulfill missions, and demonstrate loyalty and dedication through concrete actions, striving for new and greater achievements in the province’s assistance efforts to Xinjiang.
It was emphasized that pairing assistance to Xinjiang is a major strategic decision made by the central authorities from the overall work of the party and the state, and a key measure to achieve social stability and lasting peace in Xinjiang. Doing a good job in paired assistance to Xinjiang is a significant political responsibility that must be firmly upheld. All cadres and specialists assigned to assist Xinjiang should focus on strengthening their mission awareness, deeply understand the great significance of doing a good job in paired assistance to Xinjiang in the new era, and fully dedicate themselves to the cause, ensuring the successful completion of all assistance tasks. They should focus on implementing assistance measures, quickly familiarize themselves with the local customs of the assisted areas, steadily advance work in industrial assistance, livelihood assistance, intellectual assistance, and cultural enrichment for Xinjiang, and make every effort to promote projects, development, and people’s welfare, striving to benefit the local population with more development achievements. They should focus on enhancing ethnic unity, forge a strong sense of community for the Chinese nation, consciously treat Xinjiang as their hometown and the local people as their relatives, serve as a bridge for exchanges and interactions between the two regions, and promote the unity of all ethnic groups like pomegranate seeds. They should focus on fostering a spirit of dedication, not fearing hardship, working diligently, continuously improving their work style and skills, establishing a good image of the assistance team, and contributing wisdom and strength to building a modern socialist Xinjiang.
Provincial leaders also participated in the event.
Xinjiang
Xinjiang, an autonomous region in northwest China, is a historically significant area along the ancient Silk Road, serving as a vital crossroads for trade and cultural exchange between East and West for centuries. Its diverse heritage includes influences from various ethnic groups, such as the Uyghur, Han, and Kazakh peoples, and it is home to remarkable sites like the ancient city of Kashgar and the Turpan oasis. Today, Xinjiang is known for its stunning landscapes, including the Taklamakan Desert and Tianshan Mountains, as well as its role in modern China’s economic development.
Kashgar
Kashgar, located in the Xinjiang region of China, is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in Central Asia, with a history spanning over 2,000 years. It was a key hub on the ancient Silk Road, serving as a major crossroads for trade, culture, and religion between China, Persia, and Europe. Today, it is renowned for its vibrant old town, bustling Sunday bazaar, and the historic Id Kah Mosque, reflecting its rich multicultural heritage.
Turpan oasis
The Turpan Oasis, located in the Xinjiang region of China, is a fertile depression in the arid Taklamakan Desert, sustained by an ancient and sophisticated underground irrigation system known as karez. Historically a vital stop on the Silk Road, it flourished as a center for trade and agriculture, particularly known for its grapes and cotton. The oasis has been inhabited for millennia, with its history deeply tied to various cultures and empires, including the Han and Tang dynasties, which left behind significant archaeological sites like the ancient city of Jiaohe.
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Xinjiang
Xinjiang is an autonomous region in northwest China, known for its diverse cultures and vast landscapes, including the Taklamakan Desert and Tianshan Mountains. Historically, it was a key hub on the ancient Silk Road, facilitating trade and cultural exchange between East and West for centuries. Today, it is home to various ethnic groups, primarily Uyghurs and Han Chinese, and is an important area for China’s economic development and energy resources.
Kashgar
Kashgar, located in the Xinjiang region of China, is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in Central Asia, with a history spanning over 2,000 years. It was a key hub on the ancient Silk Road, serving as a vital trading post and cultural crossroads between China, Persia, and Europe. Today, it is known for its historic Old City, vibrant bazaars, and the iconic Id Kah Mosque, reflecting its rich multicultural heritage.
Turpan oasis
The Turpan Oasis, located in the Xinjiang region of northwestern China, is a fertile depression surrounded by arid desert, known for its ancient irrigation system called *karez*. Historically, it was a crucial stop on the Silk Road, serving as a center for trade and cultural exchange between East and West. The oasis has supported agriculture for over two millennia, with its grapes and melons remaining famous to this day.
Wuhan
Wuhan, the capital of Hubei Province in central China, is a major industrial, economic, and transportation hub at the confluence of the Yangtze and Han rivers. Its history dates back over 3,500 years, and it became a significant treaty port in the 19th century, playing a key role in the 1911 Xinhai Revolution that ended imperial rule. In modern times, Wuhan gained global attention as the first city to report a cluster of COVID-19 cases in late 2019, leading to a historic lockdown that helped contain the pandemic’s spread.
Taklamakan Desert
The Taklamakan Desert, located in the Xinjiang region of China, is one of the world’s largest sandy deserts, known for its extreme aridity and shifting sand dunes. Historically, it was a crucial section of the ancient Silk Road, where trade caravans braved its harsh conditions to connect China with Central Asia and beyond. The desert is also famous for the buried ruins of ancient cities like Loulan, which were once prosperous stops along these trade routes.
Tianshan Mountains
The Tianshan Mountains, meaning “Celestial Mountains” in Chinese, are a vast mountain range in Central Asia that stretch across China, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Uzbekistan. Historically, they served as a crucial section of the ancient Silk Road, connecting Eastern and Western civilizations through passes like the Torugart Pass. The range is renowned for its stunning glaciers, diverse ecosystems, and the UNESCO-listed Xinjiang Tianshan, which includes sacred peaks and alpine lakes.
Id Kah Mosque
The Id Kah Mosque, located in Kashgar, Xinjiang, China, is the largest mosque in the country and a significant cultural landmark for the Uyghur Muslim community. Originally built in the 15th century, it was expanded during the Qing dynasty and later renovated, serving as a center for religious, educational, and social life. Despite recent government restrictions on religious activities, the mosque remains a major tourist attraction and symbol of the region’s rich Islamic heritage.
Jiaohe
Jiaohe is an ancient Chinese city located in the Turpan Depression of Xinjiang, known for its remarkable ruins built on a plateau between two rivers. Dating back over 2,000 years, it served as a vital trading hub along the Silk Road and was the capital of the Jushi Kingdom until it was destroyed by Mongol invasions in the 13th century. Today, it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, offering a well-preserved glimpse into the region’s historical urban planning and cultural exchanges.
