**Abstract**
Xi Jinping, General Secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and Chairman of the Central Military Commission, has recently emphasized the importance of thrift and the need to combat waste. His instructions were issued in response to a report by Xinhua News Agency titled "Netizens Call for Curbing Waste on the Plate," which highlighted widespread concerns about food waste across the country.
The directive pointed out that the phenomenon of waste in the food and beverage industry is alarming, with many people expressing strong dissatisfaction over wasteful practices such as excessive catering expenses and public extravagance. Despite the existence of numerous people facing hardship in China, the prevalence of waste remains deeply concerning. The general secretary stressed the urgent need to put an end to this behavior, calling for enhanced public awareness and the promotion of traditional values of diligence and frugality.
He emphasized the necessity of fostering a culture where saving is seen as honorable and waste as shameful. All levels of party and government institutions, state-owned enterprises, and leading cadres must lead by example, strictly enforcing official reception regulations and implementing cost-saving measures. It is also crucial to strengthen supervision, encourage savings, and address wasteful practices effectively.
On January 20, the General Office of the CPC Central Committee issued a notice emphasizing the importance of thoroughly implementing the spirit of the 18th National Congress and the Central Political Bureau's eight-point guidelines on improving work style and maintaining close ties with the people. The instruction reflects the central leadership’s clear stance and firm resolve to promote frugality, oppose extravagance, and show concern for the people's well-being.
From the northeast to the southwest, from the plateau to the Yangtze River region, the impact of Xi Jinping’s directive has been significant. Local governments and departments have quickly organized study sessions to understand and implement the instructions. Many officials expressed their commitment to saving resources and opposing waste, starting with the upcoming two sessions and the Spring Festival.
In Beijing, the recent municipal government sessions strictly followed the central government’s call for frugality. There were no banners or floral decorations, and meals for delegates were significantly simplified. Wang Hongzhong, head of Mentougou District, noted that the changes have eased the burden on grassroots officials, allowing them to focus more on real work rather than ceremonial duties.
In Shanghai, many government agencies canceled informal receptions, a move welcomed by local representatives. A senior official attending the two sessions remarked that this year’s pre-Spring Festival period was unusually quiet, giving staff more time to be with their families. Meanwhile, the Shanghai Commission for Discipline Inspection will conduct surprise inspections to ensure compliance with the new guidelines.
Officials in provinces like Liaoning, Yunnan, Guizhou, Shaanxi, and Guangdong have all praised the emphasis on saving and opposing waste. They believe that wasting resources not only costs money but also diverts attention from important policy issues. At the recent Liaoning provincial two sessions, delegates were served buffet-style meals, and eating outside the meeting area was strictly prohibited. Dai Yulin, a delegate from Dandong, described the efforts to promote a more restrained and efficient approach to official hospitality.
Overall, the message from the top is clear: frugality must become a new norm across society, and every individual and institution has a role to play in this important effort.
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