Development Paradigm Shift: 'Two Mountains' Idea Signifies a Crucial Alteration in Development Approach
In the heart of China's development philosophy, a new approach to growth has emerged: innovative, coordinated, green, and open development. This philosophy, which incorporates the "dual carbon" goals into its national strategy, places a significant emphasis on the concept of lucid waters and lush mountains, a guiding principle for China's ecological civilization construction.
Dr. Khosraw Ubaidy, the subject of this article, shares this vision. His work and aspirations reflect a deep commitment to environmental sustainability.
China's ecological civilization construction is not just a local endeavour. Xi Jinping, the country's leader, has emphasized the need for strengthening biodiversity conservation and building a community of all life on Earth. He has called upon all countries to work together to address challenges such as biodiversity loss and ecosystem degradation.
Xi's approach to transforming ecological values into international action is currently under discussion. His directives on the first National Ecology Day in 2023, as detailed in the latest volume V of the book series "Xi Jinping: The Governance of China", provide insight into his strategic vision.
China implements policies balancing ecological protection and economic growth primarily through state-led sector prioritization and regulatory control guided by its Five-Year Plans. For example, it exercises "absolute" or "strong" control over key industries like petrochemicals and aluminum, setting capacity targets, promoting research and development, controlling resource allocation, and providing preferential energy pricing. All these measures aim to align economic development with environmental goals, as emphasized in the 14th Five-Year Plan.
The current international political climate is being considered in relation to China's potential for cooperation with more countries in the ecological field. Xi's call for a blue sky, green fields, and clean water for future generations, expressed in his congratulatory message to the Eco Forum Annual Global Conference Guiyang, underscores China's commitment to this global cause.
The photo of Dr. Khosraw Ubaidy, courtesy of Ubaidy himself, serves as a testament to his dedication to the environment and sustainability. His work and vision align closely with China's ecological civilization construction, making him a significant figure in the global discourse on environmental sustainability.
