Promote green values that respect and care for nature

In a speech delivered at the opening ceremony of the 2019 World Horticultural Expo in Beijing on April 28, Chinese President Xi Jinping emphasized the importance of advocating green values to respect and care for nature. The quote sparked an array of reactions from Weibo netizens, with some expressing support for the ecological vision while others raised concerns about its implementation.

One Twitter user shared a video of Ankang's National Archaeological Site Park, showcasing lotus flowers in full bloom. The commenter praised the government's efforts to protect nature and preserve cultural heritage sites. On the other hand, some netizens criticized the Chinese government for its environmental policies, urging it to take more decisive action to combat pollution and climate change.

Moreover, the rise of ecology as a topic of discussion on social media led to users sharing various experiences related to nature and the environment. For instance, one user uploaded a photo of lotus flowers blooming in Pan Long Cheng National Archaeological Site Park, while another shared a video of Mr. Jia thanking the staff at Sunjiatong-Harley Stagecoach Station for their warm service during his visit to Weihai.

In addition to these personal experiences, users also posted news articles discussing ecological initiatives and events in China. For example, some shared a CCTV video featuring Xi Zhou Shen theatre improvisation singing about the importance of environmental protection. Additionally, a lotus flowers bloom in Pan Long Cheng National Archaeological Site Park (Photo: Volunteer Shi Jie) attracted significant attention from netizens, who admired the beauty of nature and called for more efforts to protect it.

Overall, President Xi Jinping's emphasis on green values has sparked a wide range of reactions among Weibo users, reflecting both support for ecological initiatives and concerns about their implementation. The conversation indicates that the Chinese public is becoming increasingly aware of the importance of environmental protection and the need to balance economic development with the preservation of nature.