I hope all of you will inherit and carry forward the fine traditions of China's religious circle in patriotism and religious piety and in upholding peace.

The ongoing drive to build a harmonious society in China has provided valuable opportunities for the united front organizations and CPPCC to break new ground in their causes.

Tibet is now in its best development period, which features the unity of various ethnic groups, stable social order and local people living and working in peace and contentment.

Tibet has experienced fast economic growth and social harmony and progress over the past 40 years.

Tibet has achieved marked progress in various social sectors over the past 40 years.

The united front and CPPCC organizations should give play to their advantages and actively contribute to the building of a socialist harmonious society.

The Qinghai-Tibet Railway is a landmark project that is part of the government's drive to develop the country's western regions. It will benefit the development of Tibet's communications and tourism, and promote economic and cultural exchanges between Tibet and other parts of China.

Separatist activities must be strictly cracked down on in accordance with law, so as to ensure social stability and state safety.

The Taiwan issue concerns China's core interest and the national feelings of 1.3 billion Chinese.