Xi Jinping's Letter to the Members of the "Old Poplar Propaganda Group" in Yangpu District, Shanghai Emphasizes Upholding the Principle of "People's Cities Built by the People, for the People" to Jointly Build a Harmonious and Beautiful City and Create a Happy and Better Life Together.

Recently, Xi Jinping, General Secretary of the CPC Central Committee, President of the State, and Chairman of the Central Military Commission, sent a letter in reply to all members of the "Old Poplar Propaganda Group" in Yangpu District, Shanghai, expressing his cordial greetings and sincere hopes.

Xi Jinping pointed out that, based on your personal experiences, you share history, the Party's innovative theories, and the heartening changes in Shanghai's urban landscape with the citizens, which is a very meaningful endeavor.

Xi Jinping emphasized that cities are built by the people and for the people. He hopes that you will continue to tell the vivid stories around you, inspiring more citizens to deeply embrace the concept of people-centered urban development, actively participate in urban construction and governance, jointly build a harmonious and beautiful city, and collectively create a happy and fulfilling life.

年月，习近平总书记在上海市考察时，首次提出“人民城市人民建，人民城市为人民”的理念，之后多次对上海人民城市建设作出重要指示。

“老杨树宣讲汇”由长期工作生活在上海杨浦区的老干部、老战士、老专家、老教师、老模范组成，主要面向基层群众开展党的创新理论、人民城市理念等宣讲活动。近日，该团队全体同志给习总书记写信，汇报开展宣讲的情况，表达继续发挥党员作用、为上海人民城市建设作贡献的决心。