Wang Huning, China’s top political advisor, urged stronger efforts to enhance democratic oversight over the Yangtze River conservation during a seminar on Wednesday. Wang, a key member of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, emphasized the importance of completing these tasks effectively as the 14th Five-Year Plan nears its conclusion.
Wang’s remarks came at a seminar attended by leaders from non-CPC political parties and individuals not affiliated with any party. He highlighted the need for robust democratic oversight over the Yangtze River’s ecological and environmental protection.
The Yangtze River conservation efforts, which fall under the scope of the 14th Five-Year Plan, must be finished with high quality by the end of this year. Wang called on leaders from non-CPC parties and unaffiliated individuals to contribute their insights, playing a crucial role in the consultative oversight process.
He further emphasized that resources and efforts should be focused on the most urgent and prominent environmental challenges facing the Yangtze River. This would ensure that the democratic oversight process remains targeted and effective.
In addition, Wang stressed the importance of reviewing and assessing the effectiveness of current oversight mechanisms. He suggested planning for a new round of special oversight to address emerging environmental concerns related to the river’s conservation.
Li Ganjie, a senior CPC official, presided over the seminar. During the event, leaders from the eight non-CPC parties and a representative from unaffiliated individuals delivered their remarks, contributing their perspectives on the issue.
The focus of the seminar was on enhancing the Yangtze River conservation efforts through collaborative input from diverse political and social figures. By doing so, Wang aims to ensure that China’s conservation goals for this vital waterway are met effectively.
As the year progresses, the CPC is committed to strengthening the oversight process and ensuring that the Yangtze River’s environmental health remains a top priority for all parties involved.
