September 30 is International Translation Day. Translation is important in the exchange between different civilizations. Higher-quality translation is of the utmost importance to boosting China's voice in the international community. Chinese President Xi Jinping has said that through accurate and vivid translation and introduction, the world can better understand China in the new era, which is of great significance for promoting exchange and mutual learning between Chinese and foreign civilizations. Xi is also general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission. Edited excerpts of Xi's speeches on communicating China's messages to global audiences since 2021 follow: 

Excerpt from Xi's letter replying to expats working as translators and editors at the Foreign Languages Press on August 25, 2022, as the publishing house celebrated its 70th founding anniversary 

Excerpt from Xi's letter replying to expats working as translators and editors at the Foreign Languages Press on August 25, 2022, as the publishing house celebrated its 70th founding anniversary 

Excerpt from Xi's speech at the 30th group study session of the Political Bureau of the 19th CPC Central Committee on May 31, 2021 

Excerpt from Xi's speech at the 30th group study session of the Political Bureau of the 19th CPC Central Committee on May 31, 2021 

Excerpt from Xi's speech at the 30th group study session of the Political Bureau of the 19th CPC Central Committee on May 31, 2021 

Excerpt from Xi's speech at the Third Plenary Session of the 20th CPC Central Committee on July 21, 2024 

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Source: Xinhua News Agency, Xi Jinping: The Governance of China (IV) and the Chinese website of Beijing Review, and Xinhuanet.com