The pursuit of modernization often comes with a series of problems such as environmental pollution, resource depletion and ecological imbalance.

Since the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China, China has upheld the idea that "lucid waters and lush mountains are invaluable assets". It has strengthened its ecological conservation and pursued a path of green development to achieve harmony between humanity and nature, which is a fundamental feature and essential requirement of the Chinese path to modernization.

“Harmony between humanity and nature" is upheld by traditional Chinese culture as the foundation of a beautiful world.

Chinese people have emphasized nature's role in nurturing and influencing all things, and such traditional thoughts and culture have nourished China's ecological civilization construction.

The Chinese path to modernization features harmony between humanity and nature. Respecting, accommodating and protecting nature are intrinsic requirements for building a modern socialist country in all respects.

"What we take from nature should be well-measured, and how we use these things should be restrained." To foster a community of life for man and nature, it is important to have deep reverence for nature, adhere to sustainable development and seek growth through the reasonable use of natural resources. Moreover, the development and utilization of natural resources must "adapt to the times and local conditions".

"All things that grow live in harmony and benefit from the nourishment of Nature." We must guarantee that ecological protection benefits the people, and consider a good eco-environment to be the fairest public good bringing the most inclusive benefits to people's well-being. We must also support sustainable economic and social development and showcase China's good image.

The idea "lucid waters and lush mountains are invaluable assets" calls for balancing ecological protection and economic development.

For many years, Shennongjia Forestry District in Hubei province has actively explored paths for building an ecological civilization and biodiversity protection. Its experience shows that protecting and utilizing a natural heritage has profoundly impacted scientific research, tourism development and the green economy.

We should further promote the coordinated advancement of economic development and environmental protection and strive for building a strong nation, beautiful landscapes and poetic lives for the people.