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J. Li
3 Key Points
The building of an ecological civilization is essential for not only harmony between
man and nature, but the sustainable development of the Chinese nation. Therefore,
unswerving efforts are needed all along the way. Currently, China’s efforts to build an
ecological civilization are in a crucial phase in which more high-quality ecological
goods need to be provided to meet the growing demands of the people for a sound
and clean environment. Yet this is also a phase full of opportunities as conditions
are ripe and all abilities and capacities needed are in place to resolve prominent
environmental problems. Here are five key points that require targeted efforts if we
are to overcome all challenges and move forward towards an ecological civilization
in China.
1. Understanding and implementing Xi Jinping Thought on Ecological
Civilization
Xi Jinping Thought on Ecological Civilization, based on China’s actual conditions
for ecological civilization development, thoroughly answers the major theoretical
and practical questions of why we need to build an ecological civilization, what
exactly to build and how to do it; and proposes six principles for this endeavor in the
new era: the harmonious coexistence between humans and nature must be upheld,
our natural environment is precious, there is no welfare more universally beneficial
than a sound natural environment, our mountains, rivers, forests, farmlands, lakes
and grasslands together form a biotic community, the strictest regulations and laws
must be applied in protecting the environment, and joint efforts must be made in
building a global ecological civilization. Xi Jinping Thought on Ecological Civilization embodies traditional wisdom of Chinese civilization regarding the ecological
environment, develops the Marxist concept of ecological conservation, and serves as
a basic guideline and ultimate criterion for the building of an ecological civilization in
the new era. We must further learn and understand it and put it truly into practice. We
must further deepen our learning through fully and accurately grasping the essence,
principles, objectives, priorities and scientific methods of it contains; embrace it from
the bottom of our hearts; and completely change our mindset and approach to keep
up with the times. We must do more to implement Xi Jinping Thought on Ecological Civilization with strong determination, make unremitting efforts, and avoid lip
service, inaction, or practicing formalities for formalities’ sake.
2. Pushing forward the reform of institutions and mechanisms for an ecological civilization
The key to overcoming difficulties in ecological civilization development lies in
continuously deepening relevant reform efforts. To promote the reform of institutions and mechanisms for an ecological civilization, we should focus on solving
problems encountered, streamline procedures in a reasonable and effective manner,
give priority to more urgent problems, and make substantive breakthroughs, so a
number of less difficult problems can be solved naturally as more difficult once
are properly addressed. Hence, it is imperative to continuously improve the market
J. Li
3 Key Points
The building of an ecological civilization is essential for not only harmony between
man and nature, but the sustainable development of the Chinese nation. Therefore,
unswerving efforts are needed all along the way. Currently, China’s efforts to build an
ecological civilization are in a crucial phase in which more high-quality ecological
goods need to be provided to meet the growing demands of the people for a sound
and clean environment. Yet this is also a phase full of opportunities as conditions
are ripe and all abilities and capacities needed are in place to resolve prominent
environmental problems. Here are five key points that require targeted efforts if we
are to overcome all challenges and move forward towards an ecological civilization
in China.
1. Understanding and implementing Xi Jinping Thought on Ecological
Civilization
Xi Jinping Thought on Ecological Civilization, based on China’s actual conditions
for ecological civilization development, thoroughly answers the major theoretical
and practical questions of why we need to build an ecological civilization, what
exactly to build and how to do it; and proposes six principles for this endeavor in the
new era: the harmonious coexistence between humans and nature must be upheld,
our natural environment is precious, there is no welfare more universally beneficial
than a sound natural environment, our mountains, rivers, forests, farmlands, lakes
and grasslands together form a biotic community, the strictest regulations and laws
must be applied in protecting the environment, and joint efforts must be made in
building a global ecological civilization. Xi Jinping Thought on Ecological Civilization embodies traditional wisdom of Chinese civilization regarding the ecological
environment, develops the Marxist concept of ecological conservation, and serves as
a basic guideline and ultimate criterion for the building of an ecological civilization in
the new era. We must further learn and understand it and put it truly into practice. We
must further deepen our learning through fully and accurately grasping the essence,
principles, objectives, priorities and scientific methods of it contains; embrace it from
the bottom of our hearts; and completely change our mindset and approach to keep
up with the times. We must do more to implement Xi Jinping Thought on Ecological Civilization with strong determination, make unremitting efforts, and avoid lip
service, inaction, or practicing formalities for formalities’ sake.
2. Pushing forward the reform of institutions and mechanisms for an ecological civilization
The key to overcoming difficulties in ecological civilization development lies in
continuously deepening relevant reform efforts. To promote the reform of institutions and mechanisms for an ecological civilization, we should focus on solving
problems encountered, streamline procedures in a reasonable and effective manner,
give priority to more urgent problems, and make substantive breakthroughs, so a
number of less difficult problems can be solved naturally as more difficult once
are properly addressed. Hence, it is imperative to continuously improve the market