Chinese Wisdom in Xi's Words: "Benefiting people, fundamental principle of governance"

The people-centered philosophy of development, which President Xi Jinping has actively promoted, has its roots in traditional Chinese culture.

More than 2,000 years ago, a book on the thoughts of Taoist sage Laozi introduced the idea that "bringing benefit to the people is a fundamental principle of governance."

It was quoted by Xi, also general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission, in his keynote speech at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation CEO Summit in November 2016 when he elaborated that the government should respond to people's aspiration for a better life and ensure that the fruits of development are shared by them.