A conference to mark the 90th anniversary of the success of the Long March was held in the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. President Xi Jinping delivered a speech.

Upholding the Spirit of the Long March

Xi highlighted the importance of remembering history to create the future and urged the continuation of the great spirit of the Long March. The efforts of revolutionary predecessors should be carried forward, and the new Long March should see new achievements. Those present also observed a moment of silence in memory of Long March martyrs.

Ensuring Continued Success of the Long March

Xi pointed out that the success of the Long March owed to the correct leadership of the Party, with the Party's leadership and Mao Zedong's core position decisive in the success of the Long March. The spirit of the Long March, which embodies the power of loyalty, the power of truth, the power of justice, and the power of unity, transcends time and continues to inspire us to overcome challenges and forge ahead in the new Long March.