Xi Jinping noted that Marxist science, which is a powerful weapon of thought to know and transform the world, reveals the law of human society's development, points out the road for humanity to seek liberation, and has facilitated the process of human civilization. This year marks the 100th anniversary of the founding of the CPC. Marxism was established as a guiding ideology since the day the CPC was founded. Since then, the CPC has been combining Marxism with China's reality and adapting Marxism to China’s conditions in keeping up with the times and increase its appeal to the people. Marxism is radiating new vigor and vitality in the 21st century of China. Socialism with Chinese characteristics has entered a new era. And China has embarked on the new journey towards great national rejuvenation.

Xi Jinping stressed that as for the common challenges humanity faces, the world Marxist political parties need to enhance dialogue and communication. The CPC stands ready to jointly promote the cause of human progress and the building of a community with a shared future for mankind with Marxist political parties worldwide. Xi Jinping hoped that participants of the symposium will pool wisdom, spark ideas, and strive for new development of Marxism in the 21st century as well as let Marxism continue to emanate brilliant rays of truth on our way forward.

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