A nation will be full of hope and a country will have a brilliant future when its younger generations have ideals, ability, and a strong sense of responsibility. 

-Excerpts from Xi's replies to the letter from post-90s members of the Communist Party of China in the medical team of Peking University fighting COVID-19 in Hubei Province on May 15, 2020  

Disregarding the needs of the country and the interests of the people, those who are self-centered will find a narrower path ahead.  

Chinese youths in the new era must work hard. Hard work paints a bright backdrop for a young life.   

Chinese youths in the new era must have remarkable abilities. Youth is a golden age for developing skills through hard work. 

-Excerpts from Xi's speech at a conference marking the centenary of the May 4th Movement on April 30, 2019 

Representing the youth, winning the support of the youth and counting on the youth has been a crucial guarantee for the Party's advance from one victory to another.  

The Chinese dream of national rejuvenation will be realized ultimately through the endeavors of young people, generation by generation. 

-Excerpts from Xi's speech when talking with the new leadership of the Communist Youth League of China Central Committee in Beijing on July 2, 2018  

One should treat the success and failure at the moment with a correct attitude, not slouch in prosperity and not be frustrated in adversity. 

-Excerpts from Xi's speech during the visit to China University of Political Science and Law on May 3, 2017  

Young people are the most dynamic and most creative group of our society, and should stand in the forefront of innovation and creation. 

-Excerpts from Xi’s speech to outstanding young representatives from all walks of life on May 4, 2013 

VOICES 

Lecturer with Harbin University of Science and Technology 

Talents are the most important driving force for development and innovation in a country, while the youth are foundation of the national talent pool.   

Sources: Xi Jinping: The Governance of China (I&III), Xinhua News Agency, People's Daily Online