Xi congratulates 70th anniversary of Central Institute of Socialism

China Global Television Network (CGTN) - Oct 20, 2026

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday sent a congratulatory letter to the Central Institute of Socialism, celebrating its 70th founding anniversary.

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