China’s leader, President Xi Jinping has called on the Communist Party of China (CPC) and society to promote the social norms of respecting teachers and valuing education.
Xi, also general secretary of the CPC Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission, made the call in a statement at a national education conference on Monday, which marked the 34th Teachers’ Day in China.
He stressed enhancing the political, social and professional status of teachers so that they can enjoy their due social prestige.
He also called for members of the CPC to make greater contributions to the cause of the Party and the people by imparting knowledge and educating people.