Massive show for National Day mapped out
- Source: Global Times
- [01:27 August 25 2009]
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President Hu Jintao will give a keynote speech to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the founding of the New China during a massive celebration in Tian'anmen Square on October 1.
The world’s biggest blue-and-white porcelain piece was unveiled yesterday in Jiangxi Province. Xu Sijin, an artist, said he made it as a 60th birthday gift to the country. Photo: CFP
A military parade and mass pageant will follow Hu's address, said a spokesperson from Beijing municipal government 60th National Day celebration preparation committee yesterday.
The military parade will highlight the achievements China has made in defense sector during the past six decades.
The mass pageant will involve about 200,000 citizens and 60 floats, on the theme of “Motherland and I Marching Together.”
On September 30, a huge reception, hosted by the State Council, will be held in the Great Hall of the People.
On the night of October 1, a gala at Tian'anmen Square is to feature “colorful performances and a splendid fireworks display”, with senior Party and government leaders present.
From October 1-3, major parks in Beijing are to host parties and functions to celebrate National Day.
In addition, an exhibition highlighting China's progress during the past 60 years will be held in the Beijing Exhibition Center during the last two weeks of September.
Also, a grand musical, “Road to Revival,” with a cast of about 3,200, will be staged at the Great Hall of the People. It will depict the past 169 years of Chinese history.
“We will try our best to create a festive environment at an economical cost,” said the spokesperson. “Preparations are going on smoothly,” he added.
The military parade, mass pageant and evening gala will be rehearsed at Tian'anmen Square several times between August 29 and September 26.
Xinhua
