SHENZHEN, China, Aug. 28, 2025 — To mark the 45th anniversary of the Shenzhen Special Economic Zone (SEZ), the “Shenzhen Practice of Chinese Modernization” series was released on August 26. The series utilizes journalistic reporting, combining text and visuals, to showcase the core principles of “reform,” “innovation,” and other factors driving the SEZ’s high-quality development. The launch event was attended by approximately 200 people.
Published by Xinhua Publishing House, the series includes seven volumes comprising roughly 1.05 million words and 600 illustrations. It employs thematic text and images to depict the SEZ’s accomplishments and experiences over the past 45 years. The seven volumes delve into key areas such as reform and opening-up, high-quality development, the rule of law, urban civilization, people’s livelihoods and well-being, green growth, and the construction of an innovative city.
Wang Yongxia, Editor-in-Chief and Party Committee Member of Xinhua Publishing House, stated that the “Shenzhen Practice of Chinese Modernization” series offers a wide theoretical scope, a structured logical framework, extensive case studies and data, and an engaging narrative approach. She believes the series will provide readers with a new avenue to explore, understand, and appreciate Shenzhen, allowing them to grasp its historical significance, strategic importance, and practical relevance.
Readers have observed that the series blends macro and micro perspectives, with each volume providing a distinct lens through which to understand Shenzhen. Through the authors’ insights, accessible language, and abundant visual content, the series highlights Shenzhen’s implementation of Chinese modernization, serving as a valuable resource for understanding both Shenzhen and China.
Source: Xinhua Publishing House
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