Chinese President Xi Jinping said in his New Year message on Wednesday that as 2026 will mark the beginning of the 15th Five-Year Plan, solid steps should be taken to promote high-quality development, further deepen reform and opening up across the board, deliver prosperity for all, and write a new chapter in the story of China's miracle.

"A successful venture should start with a good plan and with clear goals set. We should focus on our goals and tasks, boost confidence, and build momentum to press ahead," Xi said.