17th National Congress of the Communist Party of China (CPC) -- Planning China's Next 5 Years

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What the People Say

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I'm from the grassroots. When I was unemployed, I worked at many odd jobs, carrying gas bottles, riding a tricycle with the help of the Party and the government, I became a community worker. From this unique perspective, I have witnessed dramatic changes for the ordinary people, especially the impact of Party policies on social welfare. They give people hope.

Li Yong'a: The Three Gorges project benefits both the country and the people

The Beijing Olympic swimming center, known as the "Water Cube", is a donation from overseas Chinese, as well as compatriots from Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan. They've already sent in 830 million yuan. It is a monument to the contributions of all overseas Chinese.

Li Jun: the core of a harmonious society is the emphasis on people's livelihoods.

The core of a harmonious society is the emphasis on people's livelihoods. That requires us to go all out to solve problems in these areas. In the near future, we will keep our focus on employment and social welfare. Educating the children of the urban poor and migrant workers is a top priority.

Jiang Zhinong: The core of scientific development is human needs.

When I visited the "Dragon chip" team at the Chinese Academy of Sciences, I saw Party members put a sign on their desks that read: "I'm a Party member". This is a reminder that they hold themselves to the standards of a Communist Party member and are accountable to the nation when conducting scientific research.

Public praise for Party's achievements

The public hailed the opening of the 17th National Congress of the CPC on Monday and spoke highly of Hu Jintao's report, which outlined the country's ambitious goals for social and economic development in the coming years.

Li Jian: I hope the Party and our country can create a more favorable employment environment

We fully support Hu Jintao's speech and will modernize our armed forces with the latest technologies including information technology. What we soldiers shall do is work harder to serve the country and the people to help meet the requirements of the goal of developing a moderately prosperous society.

Pu Huangcheng: the young salesman

Two years ago Pu Huangcheng graduated from Sichuan Agricultural University. This is his story.

Mr. Ma: the old soldier

Mr. Ma is a veteran party member with an interest in the education of party members and concerns about corruption. This is his story.

Wang Chonggang: a very modern Party member

Wang Chonggang, 39, is Vice Executive Chief of the Hebei Daily website. Originally from Shijiazhuang in Hebei Province, he completed not one but two majors when at university in Gansu Province.

Chen Yongli: Preferential policy wanted for west China to catch up

Chen Yongli is a middle-aged grassroots official working for the information office of Xi'an government. When asked what his expectations regarding the upcoming 17th National Congress of CPC.