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The 2025 Media Cooperation Forum of Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Countries, themed "Building a Better Home Together for a Prosperous Future," took place on Friday in Urumqi, the capital of Northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. According to Charumini de Silva, deputy editor of Daily FT, strategic storytelling is crucial for showcasing regional achievements, innovations and cultural uniqueness. \nDe Silva further emphasized the importance of strategic storytelling in counterbalancing dominant global narratives.

"Culture is the foundation and lifeline of a nation." How can the time-honored Chinese civilization be carried forward? How can the enduring historical and cultural heritage be passed down? The answers lie in President Xi Jinping's profound reflections and deep affection. And the new guidance about cultural development in the new era put forward by Xi has enriched and developed Marxist cultural theories and formed Xi Jinping Thought on Culture.\nGuided by this thought, Chinese civilization is constantly writing brand-new stories. (English version produced by Huang Jingjing, Li Bowen, Zhang Jian, Di Jingyuan, and Interns Xiao Kexin and Xue Mengfei)

"From the threads a mother's hand weaves, a gown for parting son is made. Sewn stitch by stitch before he leaves, for fear his return be delayed." \nThis is from the Chinese poem "Song of the Parting Son," known in nearly every household in China. Written by Tang Dynasty (618–907) poet Meng Jiao, it expresses a mother's selfless love. \nPresident Xi Jinping recited this poem at a Spring Festival reception in February 2015. Xi has long been an example of filial piety toward his parents. An undated photo of him walking hand-in-hand with his mother has warmed the hearts of many Chinese people.

"Progress of the human society requires continued efforts of all countries to advance opening-up, cooperation and win-win development, instead of seclusion, confrontation and monopoly." "We will not change our resolve to open wider at a high standard."\nThese are remarks by President Xi Jinping, who has on multiple occasions stressed China's efforts in advancing high-standard opening-up. Watch this video to review some of his remarks.