The Wuyi Forum brought together experts to delve into the essence of the "two integrations", which represents not only a fusion of civilizational heritage with innovation but also a harmonious advancement of cultural preservation and contemporary creativity, as well as the resonance between academic inquiry and practical development, says Zhang Donggang, Party secretary of Renmin University of China.

It aims to offer a broader perspective and more innovative thinking to expound on the essence of Chinese civilization and decode its cultural genes, Zhang adds.

Qin Xuan, dean of the Academy of Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era, Renmin University of China, emphasizes that the development of socialism with Chinese characteristics provides momentum, not resistance, to the world and human progress.

"Socialism with Chinese characteristics has enabled a nation comprising one-fifth of the world's population to achieve a historic journey — from standing up, to becoming prosperous, and then to growing strong. This has made a significant contribution to humanity," Qin says.

He stresses that socialism with Chinese characteristics has demonstrated the vitality of socialism to the world and expanded the pathways for developing countries to achieve modernization.

This is a path that centers on the people and prioritizes their interests. Only by adhering to a people-centered approach and fully leveraging the creative spirit of the public can modernization gain inexhaustible momentum, Qin says.

"China's development brings positive momentum to the world and the advancement of humanity," he adds.