At a ceremony in the Great Hall of the People, the president delivered a speech in which he stressed the importance of heroes in building the country.

The Medal of the Republic was awarded to four citizens, 10 persons received honorary state titles and former Brazilian President, Dilma Rouseff, was honored with the Friendship Medal in recognition of her contributions to the nation’s development and the promotion of friendship between China and other countries.

Xi Jinping highlighted the country’s achievements on the occasion of the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China on October 1, 1949 and National Day.

He said the Communist Party united and led the people of all ethnic groups to create two miracles: rapid economic development and long-term social stability.

Furthermore, he also affirmed that the revitalization of the nation is irreversibly underway and highlighted the crucial role of heroes in this historical process.

Likewise, he emphasized that China is in a critical period of comprehensively promoting the building of a strong country and the great cause of national rejuvenation with Chinese-style modernization.

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