Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, stressed the sustainable, healthy development of cultural, tourist industry and contemporary agricultural advancement when he inspected the city of Lijiang, southwest Chinas Yunnan Province, on Wednesday afternoon.While exploring the Old Town of Lijiang, Xi stressed that the cultural and tourism industry must follow a course of sustainable and healthy development.Walking along a stone-paved road, Xi sometimes paused to chat with the crowd.
The towns culture, surroundings and folk customs are truly fascinating, Xi said, adding that the integration of culture and tourist has enhanced the economy.
I wish you all happiness and health, he said.While checking out a contemporary flower industry park in Lijiang, Xi talked with villagers and specialists working there, asking about the flower ranges, market sales and their incomes.The villagers informed Xi that they earned over 4,000 yuan (about $557.46) monthly, with earnings exceeding 7,000 yuan during peak seasons.
Growing flowers is a truly happy job, they said.Xi said with pleasure: Your endeavor is prospering and aligns with the advancement path of modern agriculture.
May your lives be as lovely as flowers.
(With input from Xinhua)