Xinhua News Agency, Beijing, January 18 (Reporter Mei Changwei) As the Chinese nation's traditional festival is approaching, the Central Military Commission held a New Year's artistic performance in Beijing on the 17th to greet veteran cadres of the troops stationed in Beijing. Xi Jinping, General Secretary of the CPC Central Committee, President of the People's Republic of China, and Chairman of the Central Military Commission, watched the performance and extended holiday greetings and New Year's greetings to the veteran comrades present and retired cadres of the entire army.

As the Spring Festival approaches, the capital Beijing is filled with a festive and peaceful atmosphere. The Chinese theater is decorated with lights and warmth. The veteran cadres of the troops stationed in Beijing who have made outstanding contributions to the establishment, defense and construction of a new China and to welcome the New Year together.

At around 4 pm, Xi Jinping came to the middle of the old comrades, and the audience burst into warm applause. Xi Jinping shook hands cordially with everyone, exchanged greetings, asked about their physical and living conditions with concern, and reviewed the extraordinary journey and major achievements that the Party, the country and the military have gone through in the past year. The old comrades unanimously expressed that we must unite more closely around the Party Central Committee with Comrade Xi Jinping as the core, adhere to the guidance of Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era, thoroughly implement Xi Jinping's Thought on Strengthening the Military, deeply understand the decisive significance of the "two establishments", resolutely implement the "two safeguards", implement the responsibility system of the Chairman of the Military Commission, carry forward the glorious traditions, always maintain political character, strengthen confidence, unite and strive, and continue to fight the tough battle to achieve the 100th anniversary of the founding of the army, and make positive contributions to the comprehensive promotion of the construction of a strong country and the great cause of national rejuvenation with Chinese-style modernization.

"The rejuvenation of a strong country shocked the earth, and the team that strived for the tough situation raised the flag..." The cheerful and enthusiastic song and dance "My Battle Position My Year" kicked off the performance. The performance presents the hot and strong military practice in the way of serving the army in the literary and artistic light cavalry team, which runs through the connotation and meaning of the Party and the focus on tackling difficulties, and highlights the new style and positive spirit of the people's army in the new era. The mixed voice sang "Following" affectionately expressing the common voice of the officers and soldiers to fully implement the political military strategy of building the new era and unswervingly listen to the party and follow the party. The musical performances of "War as you say you want" and "Glory of Victory" vividly reflect the actual training scenes of soldiers, showing the brave and fearless will of officers and soldiers and the fighting attitude of ready to fight at any time and able to win battles at any time. Singing "Border War Song" to express the feelings and responsibilities of border guards to take root in the front line of border defense and faithfully fulfill their mission. Excerpts from "The Daughter of the Party" and "Ode to Yimeng" and classic songs such as "The Song of the Anti-Japanese Military and Political University" and "We Walk on the Road" are sung together to relive the glorious years and inspire the passion for struggle. The scene song and dance "Singing the Laundry Song" interprets the touching scene of the deep affection between the military and civilians and the joint efforts to strengthen the border and strengthen defense. The short drama "The True Color" and the chorus "Take Your Steel Gun" tell the battle stories of revolutionary ancestors and the stories of young officers and soldiers strengthening the army, demonstrating the firm belief of the people's army to inherit the red gene and practice their original mission. The mixed voice chorus "Glorious Journey" pushed the performance atmosphere to a climax with a passionate and high melody, showing the determination and confidence to do your best, strive to build an army for a hundred years and strive to be the first-class. The whole performance is simple and simple, with a strong military flavor, reflecting the grand atmosphere of strengthening the military culture and winning the battle, maintaining the truth and innovation.

Zhang Youxia, He Weidong, Liu Zhenli and Zhang Shengmin watched together.

The performance was also watched by the leaders of various departments of the Military Commission, relevant military units stationed in Beijing, and representatives of officers and soldiers of the troops.