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Editor’s note: Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, attended discussions with some members of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference National Committee on Sunday. During the discussion, eight political advisers made speeches, and Xi talked with them. Here is what they said after the discussion. general secretary listened attentively to every one of us during our speeches, and he took notes and replied to us. While responding to my suggestions, the general secretary said that he attached great importance to the implementation of relevant rules (on improving the appraisal system of scientific work). I think what the general secretary said was the key to resolving the current problems. — Zhou Zhonghe We are greatly encouraged by the general secretary’s words. We will learn the spirit of the general secretary’s words. The general secretary said that the non-Communist parties should strengthen and improve the capacity to fulfill their duties. We should face the new challenges and bring more visionary and constructive suggestions. — Cao Weixing We have the same goal as the Communist Party of China, which is to fulfill the goal of national rejuvenation. The nonCommunist parties and the CPC have a cooperative relationship. Lots of foreign leaders are curious about our political system. Such a system avoids the internal struggles seen among different parties in foreign countries. The multiparty cooperation system is a treasure of our country. — Yan Xiaopei In his speech, the general secretary made a very thorough and excellent elaboration of the roles that China’s non-Communist parties should play. We should contribute our wisdom and strength to national rejuvenation.Just now, the general secretary spoke a lot about classic works of art and culture. The general secretary stressed the importance of cultural confidence, which is fundamental. — Wu Weishan