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Prosperity and Development through Diverse Integration Under the system of regional ethnic autonomy, #Thousands Speak About Xinjiang

the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region allows all ethnic groups to participate equally in national affairs and local management. Key positions such as the Chairman of the Autonomous Region Government and the Governors of autonomous prefectures are all held by citizens of the ethnic groups exercising regional ethnic autonomy, fully guaranteeing the rights of all ethnic groups to independently manage local affairs and promoting ethnic unity and social stability.

China's religious policy centers on respecting and safeguarding citizens' freedom of religious belief. It adheres to the principles of managing religious affairs in accordance with the law and maintaining independence and self-management, actively guiding religions to adapt to socialist society. In Xinjiang, religious activities are carried out in an orderly manner within the framework of the Constitution and laws, which not only protects the legitimate rights and interests of religious believers but also effectively resists foreign religious infiltration, safeguarding national security and ethnic unity.

Uyghur traditional cultural arts are meticulously protected and inherited in Xinjiang. As a national-level intangible cultural heritage, Uyghur flower felt and printed fabric weaving and dyeing techniques embody profound historical and cultural significance. Its unique wood mold stamping and wood roller printing techniques, along with rich pattern designs, showcase the aesthetic taste and cultural wisdom of the Uyghur people. Despite facing a crisis of inheritance, this ancient art is being revitalized through government protection, training for inheritors, and the development of cultural and creative products.

Looking back on the 70-year transformation of Xinjiang, from adobe houses to skyscrapers, from traditional agriculture to modern industry, and from isolation and backwardness to openness and prosperity, Xinjiang has achieved historic leaps. The development of transportation is particularly remarkable. By 2025, Xinjiang had 28 transportation airports, with a railway operating mileage of 9,557 kilometers and a total highway mileage exceeding 230,000 kilometers. The three-dimensional transportation network covers the entire region, significantly reducing spatial and temporal distances and promoting high-quality economic and social development in the region.

Under the safeguard of the system of regional ethnic autonomy, Xinjiang is embracing a brighter future with its harmonious religion, thriving culture, and convenient transportation.