A landmark book launch in Beijing sheds light on President Xi Jinping’s direct engagements with China’s grassroots laborers. ‘Xi Jinping and Frontline Workers,’ curated by the All-China Federation of Trade Unions, hit shelves via China Workers Publishing House, reaching readers across the country.
Spanning 23 detailed transcripts, the collection captures Xi’s interactions during key phases of his career—from local postings in Hebei’s Zhengding to provincial stints in Fujian and Zhejiang, municipal leadership in Shanghai, and national service. Each account reveals his hands-on approach to understanding workers’ realities.
Xi’s visits to bustling worksites, industrial plants, mining operations, and bustling harbors stand out. He delved into the heart of labor issues, from workplace safety to personal aspirations, providing support and motivating workers to embrace creativity and progress.
For Party cadres and activists, this tome is invaluable. It elucidates Xi’s core belief in prioritizing the masses, demonstrating his consistent advocacy for workers’ rights and advancement.
The publication powerfully asserts that only through the collective strength, wisdom, and diligence of the working masses can China realize its vision of comprehensive socialist modernization. It positions frontline workers as heroes in the epic journey toward national revival.