Xi Jinping replied to a letter, encouraging the representatives of the recipients of the May Fourth Medal and the New Era Youth Vanguard Award: Hold lofty ideals, remain committed to striving and working hard, and lead the broader youth to integrate their personal aspirations into the overarching cause of national development.
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2026-05-03
On the occasion of the May Fourth Youth Day, Xi Jinping, General Secretary of the CPC Central Committee, President of the People’s Republic of China, and Chairman of the Central Military Commission, replied to representatives of the recipients of the Chinese Youth May Fourth Medal and the New Era Youth Vanguard Award, extending festive greetings to young people of all ethnic groups across the country and expressing his earnest expectations.
In his reply, Xi Jinping stated that you have kept the Party’s expectations firmly in mind, taking root on the front lines of scientific and technological innovation, rural revitalization, social service, and national defense and border security. Through your practical actions and sense of responsibility, you have forged a youth without regret, embodying the confident, self-reliant, and upward‑looking spirit of Chinese youth in the new era.
Xi Jinping emphasized that this year marks the beginning of the 15th Five-Year Plan period, and it is precisely the right time for young people to make their mark. He expressed the hope that you will harbor lofty ideals, remain committed to hard work and striving, inspire the broader youth to align their personal aspirations with the overarching goals of national development, and, from your respective positions, continuously achieve new accomplishments, thereby contributing your youthful energy to the new journey ahead.
The Chinese Youth May Fourth Medal and the New Era Youth Vanguard Award are designed to recognize and honor outstanding young role models who demonstrate political progress, high moral character, and remarkable contributions. Recently, 16 young representatives who received these awards since the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China wrote a letter to General Secretary Xi Jinping, reporting on their experiences and dedication at the grassroots level and expressing their determination to make achievements during the 15th Five-Year Plan period and to forge ahead on the Long March of the new era.
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Xi Jinping’s Reply to the Representatives of the Recipients of the May Fourth Medal for Chinese Youth and the New Era Youth Vanguard Award
Representatives of the recipients of the China Youth May Fourth Medal and the New Era Youth Vanguard Award:
We have received your letter. You have kept the Party’s expectations firmly in mind, taking root on the front lines of scientific and technological innovation, rural revitalization, social service, and national defense and border security. Through practical action and a sense of responsibility, you have forged a youth that knows no regrets, showcasing the confident, self-reliant, and upward‑looking spirit of Chinese youth in the new era.
This year marks the inaugural year of the 15th Five-Year Plan, and it is the perfect time for young people to make their mark. I hope you will harbor lofty aspirations, commit yourselves to hard work and perseverance, and inspire the broader youth to align their personal pursuits with the overarching goals of national development. By staying true to your respective roles, you should continue to achieve new milestones and contribute your youthful energy to this new journey.
On the occasion of the May Fourth Youth Day, we wish you and young people of all ethnic groups across the country a happy holiday!
Xi Jinping
May 2, 2026
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