BEIJING — Chinese President Xi Jinping is set to bestow national medals and honorary titles at a special ceremony at the Great Hall of the People. Scheduled for 10 a.m. this Sunday, the event coincides with the 75th founding anniversary of the People’s Republic of China.
According to Namibia Press Agency, Xi, who also serves as the general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission, will use the occasion to deliver a significant speech. The ceremony will celebrate 15 individuals with the nation’s highest honors, including the Medal of the Republic, the Friendship Medal, and various national honorary titles. These accolades were formalized by a presidential order signed by Xi on September 13.
The ceremony promises wide accessibility, with live broadcasts by China Media Group and Xinhuanet. Additionally, major central news websites such as people.cn, cctv.com, and china.com.cn will relay the event. It will also be available on several new media platforms, including mobile apps managed by People’s Daily, Xinhua News Agency, and China Central Television. This broad coverage underscores the importance of the event, aligning with the upcoming National Day celebrations on October 1, marking a key milestone in China’s history.
