The Spirit of Tan Kah Kee and the Chinese Path to Modernization
In October 2014,General Secretary Xi Jinping commended the spirit of Tan Kah Kee in a reply to the Jimei Alumni Association,marking its elevation to a national level and establishing it as a vital component of both the Chinese national spirit and contemporary values.This spirit,characterized by"loyalty to the public,integrity and perseverance,diligence and frugality,and innovation"aligns closely with the core values of socialism.The intrinsic connection between the two is evident on multiple levels.Tan Kah Kee's thoughts and practices have significantly influenced the Chinese path to modernization.The core values embodied in the"spirit of Tan Kah Kee"including patriotism,dedication,moral integrity,self-reliance,honesty,and innovation,act as a powerful catalyst for the Chinese path to modernization.In the new era,inspired by General Secretary Xi Jinping's discourse on the"spirit of Tan Kah Kee"we are called to pursue national rejuvenation,promote unity and prosperity,uphold a people-centered ap-proach,and advance the process of the Chinese path to modernization.
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