Xi Jinping China's Second Largest PDB Claim In The World, Tembus 120 Trillion Yuan

Chinese President Xi Jinping (ANTARA)

JAKARTA - Chinese President Xi Jinping said gross domestic product (GDP) in his country throughout 2022 had reached 120 trillion yuan. This figure is the second largest in the world.

"China's economy is still the second largest in the world and is still building," he said in a welcoming speech for the 2023 New Year in Beijing, Saturday, December 31.

Xi cited several examples of the strengthening of the economy such as a number of pilot zones for free trade and Hainan Free Trade Port (FTP) have grown rapidly, innovative programs in coastal areas, accelerated development in the central and western regions, revitalization programs in the northeast, and massive development on the border to create the prosperity of the people.

He added that as long as the Chinese people remain confident and strive to advance, all national development goals will be achieved.

"During my visit to Hong Kong earlier this year, I am very pleased to see that Hong Kong has restored order and is preparing to build again. With the implementation of 'One Country, Two Systems', Hong Kong and Macau will certainly enjoy prosperity and long-term stability," said the supreme leader of the Chinese Communist Party (CPC).

Despite the global food crisis, his country can still carry out the main harvest for 19 consecutive years so that food availability for the people is guaranteed.

The Chinese government has consolidated the achievement of poverty alleviation, comprehensive rural revitalization, and issued policies for tax cuts and other costs to ease the burden on business people, and make a number of efforts to overcome the difficulties of their people.

Since the COVID-19 pandemic hit, his government has chosen policies by prioritizing the safety of the people's souls.

"Now we have entered a new phase of COVID-19 response and tough challenges remain. Everyone survives with full patience. The light of hope is right in front of us. Let's work hard to get through it because perseverance and solidarity will result in victory," said the Secretary-General of CPC for the three periods quoted from ANTARA.

Xi feels proud of his people who are still busy working today.

"Let's welcome the first ray of the sun in 2023 with the best hope for a brighter future. I wish you a happy New Year to all of you and may all your wishes come true," he exclaimed.