The Research Center on Building a Community with a Shared Future for Mankind was officially inaugurated in Beijing on Thursday, representing a major step forward in the journey towards developing sustainable solutions for global challenges.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, unveiled the center at the China Foreign Affairs University (CFAU), underscoring its profound significance for the modern era and its lasting impact on the world.
Speaking at the unveiling ceremony, Wang said that building a community with a shared future for mankind is a major original idea of Xi Jinping, general secretary of the CPC Central Committee, and the core concept of Xi Jinping Thought on Diplomacy.
It is China's answer to the question of "what kind of world to build and how to build it," and has considerable theoretical value, great significance for the times and far-reaching global influence, he said.
The vision of a community with a shared future for mankind demonstrates the founding mission of the CPC, carries forward the fine traditions of Chinese culture, demonstrates the power of scientific theories, and expounds on China's stance in the face of changes unseen in a century, he noted.
"Building a community with a shared future for mankind reflects our Party's inherent internationalist sentiments. It organically combines the fundamental interests of the Chinese people with those of people around the world and closely links China's future with that of the world," Wang said.
Wang also noted the progress made in turning this vision into reality.
"We are pleased to see that the concept of building a community with a shared future for mankind has evolved from an initiative into consensus, from a vision into practice, driving profound and positive changes in the world," he said.
China has made a five-point proposal for building a global community for a shared future, namely partnerships, security environment, development, inter-civilization exchanges, and ecosystem.
The initiative has already taken shape through concrete efforts such as the Belt and Road cooperation, said Gao Fei, vice president of the CFAU.
"We are advancing the building of a community with a shared future for mankind in a pragmatic way. For instance, the Belt and Road Initiative is an important practical platform for this vision. From many aspects, we can see that a community with a shared future for mankind is a conceptual guide for conducting major-country diplomacy with Chinese characteristics," Gao said.
Research center on building community with shared future for mankind inaugurated in Beijing
People from all walks of life across China expressed renewed commitment to their work and the nation following President Xi Jinping's 2026 New Year message, describing it as both inspiring and reassuring.
In the fields of robotics, artificial intelligence (AI), and advanced technologies, Xi's remarks sparked a surge of confidence and ambition among innovators working at the frontlines of China's high-tech industries.
"In his New Year message, President Xi mentioned humanoid robots entering a 'Kung Fu mode'. As someone in the embodied robotics industry, I felt truly inspired. Here in Suzhou's Wuzhong District, we've already attracted over a thousand robotics and AI-related enterprises, forming a complete industrial chain from core components to end-use applications. We're proud of what we've built. In the new year, I'll keep up the momentum and help more robotics companies showcase their technical strength and accelerate development," said Lu Yi, deputy head of the preparatory team, Suzhou Intelligent Robotics Technology Development Co., Ltd in east China's Jiangsu Province.
"The year 2026 marks the start of the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-2030). We will continue to take root in this hub of innovation in Jingxi Zhigu, overcoming challenges in core algorithm systems and working to convert technological achievements into real industrial value," said Hu Xinyu, a technician at Jingxi Zhigu Technology Co., Ltd in Beijing. "As a worker in offshore wind power technology, I feel a deep connection with the sea. In 2026, we'll focus on key offshore wind technologies to better harness green energy for national development and to benefit tens of thousands of households," said Chen Dawei, a resident of Fuzhou City in east China's Fujian Province.
Xi's emphasis on people-centered development struck a powerful chord with frontline and cultural workers in various regions, who see their daily efforts reflected in the nation's broader journey.
"General Secretary Xi's New Year message was full of encouragement for the people and deeply rooted in their concerns. As a grassroots worker on Mount Tai scenic area, I feel that this new journey of Chinese modernization is just like our daily work, which often requires us to scale cliffs and steep slopes. Only through persistence and determination can we reach and truly appreciate the breathtaking scenery at the summit," said Yang Tongfei, a staff member at Hongmen Management Office, Mount Tai Scenic Area Committee in east China's Shandong Province. "As a guide in the ancient town, I will always keep the general secretary's guidance in mind. I will continuously learn new knowledge, so that when tourists arrive in Lijiang ancient town, they can understand the charm of our world cultural heritage through my voice and feel how the big family of the Chinese nation is tightly united like seeds of a pomegranate," said He Zhiyun, a tour guide in Lijiang ancient town, southwest China's Yunnan Province.
Ordinary citizens also voiced heartfelt appreciation for the message's focus on daily life and well-being, drawing strength from the nation's care for the essentials of everyday living.
"When every small family runs warmly, the big Chinese family thrives. We can truly feel the Party and the government's deep concern for the everyday needs of the people, so warm, and so powerful. This makes me more firmly resolved to start again in the coming year, and more committed to staying rooted at the grassroots and serving the people," said Liu Shaojie, a resident of Lhasa in southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region.
"I'm filled with confidence going into the new year. Up next, I plan to build a smart orchard with a better use of modern agricultural technology, and make life better and happier," said Huang Hong, a villager in Yanyang Town, south China's Guangdong Province.
"Our small, everyday lives are woven into the grand picture of national development. In 2025, I truly experienced happiness and fulfillment here in Xinjiang. In 2026, I look forward to witnessing even more delightful changes together with the country," said Ayidana, a resident of Urumqi, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region.
Xi's New Year message inspires national optimism
