Xi Jinping projects confidence for China's Communist Party on 105th anniversary

President Xi Jinping addressed a grand ceremony marking the 105th anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of China, projecting strong confidence in both domestic governance and the party's international standing. In his comprehensive speech, Xi reviewed the party's historical achievements and emphasized the key factors behind its success, including maintaining purity and discipline within the party. He positioned the party's trajectory as a new path for developing countries, stating, "This has created a new form of human civilisation and opened up new paths for developing countries to modernise. China has also contributed its ideas and solutions to major global challenges." Xi directly called the party the world's largest ruling party with "significant global influence" and the "genuine support of the people."

Xi also used the occasion to warn party members about future risks, urging them to remain pragmatic and flexible in solving problems to ensure the party stays ahead of the curve. The speech came as the party continues to consolidate its power domestically and expand its influence internationally, with upcoming events such as the PLA navy ships visiting Hong Kong. Xi's remarks reinforce the narrative of the party's indispensable role in guiding China's modernization and global engagement.