China is commemorating the 110th anniversary of the birth of Deng Xiaoping with a variety of events. Foreign media are paying close attention.

A review of the past 30 years is enough to convince anyone, in China or elsewhere, that China is experiencing a glorious era. In the 1970s after the Cultural Revolution, China lived through some difficult economic times. The authorities kept a lid on dissent, and addressed the urgent need to develop the economy. Many foreigners thought China could not keep up the pace of development. But sound economic policy making has given China social stability and prosperity, and a place at the top table in world affairs.

It was the Reform and Opening up drive that thoroughly transformed China. Thanks to this drive, China achieved rapid economic development. Every Chinese has enjoyed the benefits of this drive.

With reform and opening up, China stepped into a new era.

Analyzing the prevailing international trends, Deng Xiaoping realized that peace and development were the two main themes of the modern world. Of these, development was the core issue. This strategic judgment provided China with a historic opportunity to transform itself and to interact proactively with the rest of the world.

Under reform and opening up China opened to the world comprehensively, affiliated with different countries under different social systems, and learned from different countries. China has gradually become an engine for the world economy, making a tremendous contribution to global trade. China's development is supported by a peaceful international environment. In return, China has supported world peace during the process of development. China’s development is in accordance with other countries’ interests.

The world is not only taking an interest in the 110th anniversary of the birth of Deng Xiaoping, but on the new phase of comprehensive reform in China. The policies adopted by Chinese leaders after the 3rd Plenary have won widespread approval.

The reform and opening up drive is a constant process. China's reform and opening up policy is regarded as a great achievement and creation, and one that has changed the course of world history. The world is focusing on comprehensive reform in China. As we realize our Chinese dreams, we can also promote the development of the world.

The article is edited and translated from《中国改革开放　世界焕然一新》, source: People's Daily