The Day Xi Jinping Led National Day Preparations and Martyrs' Day Ceremonies

Chinese state media opened the day continuing to focus on the upcoming Fourth Plenary Session of the 20th CPC Central Committee, and President Xi Jinping's emphasis on religious sinicization, a carryover from previous days. However, the editorial focus rapidly shifted to the annual Martyrs' Day commemorations. Throughout the morning, state media extensively covered Xi Jinping's attendance at wreath-laying ceremonies, honoring national heroes. In the early afternoon, the narrative evolved to highlight preparations for the 76th anniversary of the PRC. State media prominently featured Xi Jinping delivering a speech at a celebratory reception, urging national unity and advancement of Chinese modernization. International outlets provided counter-narratives, including reports on China's contracting factory activity and concerns over Taiwan's 'silicon shield'.