Name: West Lake's transformation reflects a true people-first philosophy
Uploaded: 2026-06-20T14:32:39+08:00
Duration: 3 min 46 s
Description: This initiative, known as 'returning the lake to the people,' stands as a shining example of a simple yet profound philosophy: that the ultimate goal of governance is to bring real benefits to the people.

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Today, West Lake is a cultural gem open to all, but it wasn't always this way. In 2002, then-Zhejiang Provincial Party Secretary Xi Jinping pushed forward a comprehensive conservation project, calling it a true benefit for the people. His vision turned into reality as all lakeside parks became free and accessible, eventually earning it a spot as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This initiative, known as 'returning the lake to the people,' stands as a shining example of a simple yet profound philosophy: that the ultimate goal of governance is to bring real benefits to the people. CGTN reporter Yang Yan traveled to Hangzhou to find out more.

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