Officials' visits abroad should only be arranged when needed in terms of foreign affairs with fewer accompanying members, and on most of the occasions, there is no need for a reception by overseas Chinese people, institutions and students at the airport.
According to the statement, all members of the Political Bureau are urged to understand the real situation facing society through in-depth inspections at grassroots.
Senior leaders should listen more to the public and officials at grassroots levels, and solve people's practical problems, the statement said.
It was also agreed at the meeting to strictly regulate the arrangements of national official meetings and major events, improve the efficiency of official conferences and issuing of official documents.
Official meetings should get shortened and be specific and to the point, with no empty and rigmarole talks.
The meeting underscores the exemplary role of officials, especially high-ranking officials, in improving the Party's work style.
"The Political Bureau members should implement the dos before asking others to do so," the statement said.
It also asked the senior officials to keep a frugal lifestyle and strictly comply to regulations on housing and vehicles.
The meeting demands Party organizations and officials at all levels to implement the eight requirements. Disciplinary and auditing authorities are ordered to play their role to ensure the implementation at various levels.
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