nNanhu District Strengthens Grassroots Party Building wiht Comprehensive Review Meeting
On January 21, 2025, Nanhu District held a pivotal review meeting for the 2024 district party committee (party working committee) secretary to report on grassroots party building work. The event, presided over by District Party Committee Secretary Shao Panfeng, brought together key leaders, including Chen Qunwei, Wu Jian, Zhang Jian, and Skou, alongside Feng Xiaogen, deputy director of the Organization Department of the Municipal Party Committee, who provided guidance and delivered a speech.
The meeting featured oral reports from party committee secretaries of the Xiangjiadang region, towns, streets, and parks. Written reports were also submitted by the working committee of the organs directly under the district committee, the two new working committees, and various district bureaus, including education and sports, judicial, finance, health, and the federation of industry and commerce. These reports were reviewed and commented on, marking a significant step in evaluating and improving grassroots party building efforts.
Shao Panfeng emphasized the importance of political strength, urging party organizations and cadres to “answer the ‘loyalty questionnaire’ well.” He highlighted the need to study General Secretary Xi Jinping’s speech during his inspection of Zhejiang and align with the provincial party committee’s focus on high-quality advancement and the construction of a common prosperity presentation zone. Shao stressed the “four firm grasps” and “eight key tasks,” aiming for Nanhu District to achieve strong improvements in eight key areas this year.
The district leader also called for a strong team to “answer the ‘obligation test’ well.” He advocated for the “six cadres” approach, ensuring that capable and motivated cadres have opportunities to contribute. The ongoing change of village-level organizations was identified as a critical moment to cultivate reserve forces and improve the system for village cadres.
Shao Panfeng further emphasized the need for strong positions to “answer the ‘Pragmatic Questionnaire’ well.” He urged a shift from building to effectively using party and mass positions,ensuring they serve as a “red parlor” for uniting hearts and minds.Additionally, he highlighted the importance of innovation, urging the district to leverage party building to address social governance challenges and expand the request of “integration of four governance.”
Shao stressed the need for excellent performance to “answer the ‘original intention test’ well.” He called for a strong organizational system, a collaborative working atmosphere, and the resolution of key issues hindering high-quality development.
| Key Focus Areas | Details |
|———————-|————-|
| Political Strength | Align with provincial and municipal goals, focus on “four firm grasps” and “eight key tasks.” |
| Team Responsibility | Advocate for “six cadres,” cultivate village-level reserve forces. |
| Position Utilization | Shift focus from building to using party and mass positions effectively.|
| Innovation | Expand “integration of four governance,” address social governance challenges. |
| Performance | Strengthen organizational systems, resolve development bottlenecks. |
This meeting underscores Nanhu District’s commitment to strengthening grassroots party building, ensuring it remains a cornerstone of high-quality development and common prosperity.
Headline:
Revolutionizing Base-level Governance: An Interview with Dr. Lin Xiaoxiao on Nanhu District’s Party Building Advancements
Introduction:
In the pursuit of high-quality progress and common prosperity, nanhu District recently held a comprehensive review meeting, highlighting its commitment to strengthening grassroots party building. We invited Dr. Lin Xiaoxiao, a renowned political scientist specializing in party building and local governance, to discuss the key takeaways from this pivotal event.
1. Political strength: A Unifying Force
senior Editor (SE): Dr. lin, Shao Panfeng emphasized the importance of political strength and aligning with provincial and municipal goals. Could you elaborate on the significance of this focus area?
Dr. Lin Xiaoxiao (LX): Political strength is indeed the lifeline of effective governance. By emphasizing alignment with provincial and municipal goals, Nanhu District aims to ensure its strategies are in sync with broader initiatives. The “four firm grasps” and “eight key tasks” serve as a roadmap for achieving these goals, indicating a proactive and results-oriented approach.
2. Team Responsibility: Cultivating Grassroots Talent
SE: The district leader called for a strong team to “answer the ‘obligation test’ well.” What are yoru thoughts on the “six cadres” approach and the focus on village-level reserve forces?
LX: The “six cadres” approach underscores the importance of capable, motivated, and accountable grassroots leaders. By cultivating village-level reserve forces, Nanhu District is investing in the future of its governance. This strategic focus will enhance the quality and resilience of its leadership pipeline.
3. Position Utilization: Leveraging Party and Mass Positions
SE: Shao Panfeng stressed the need to shift from building to effectively using party and mass positions. How can this contribute to grassroots governance?
LX: Leveraging party and mass positions enables a more strategic and impactful utilization of resources. By turning these positions into “red parlors” that unite hearts and minds, Nanhu District can foster a sense of collective purpose and collaboration among its citizens.
4. Innovation: Expanding the Scope of Governance
SE: The district was urged to innovate and expand the integration of “four governance.” What are some potential avenues for this expansion?
LX: Innovation in governance often involves leveraging technology, data, and community engagement. Nanhu District could explore smart governance initiatives, bottom-up problem-solving approaches, and enhanced public-private collaborations to expand its governance capabilities.
5. Performance: Driving High-Quality Development
SE: Lastly, what are your thoughts on the focus on excellent performance and resolving development bottlenecks?
LX: A strong organizational system and collaborative working atmosphere are crucial for driving high-quality development. By zeroing in on key issues hindering growth, Nanhu District demonstrates a commitment to continuous betterment and progress.
Dr. Lin Xiaoxiao is a leading political scientist and an adjunct professor at Zhejiang University. Her expertise lies in local governance, party building, and administrative reforms.