China marks 105th anniversary of Communist Party founding

On July 1, 2026, China held events to mark the 105th founding anniversary of the Communist Party of China (CPC). President Xi Jinping attended a gathering, delivered a speech, and conferred the July 1 Medal on model party members. Hong Kong also celebrated the 29th anniversary of its return to China on the same day.

Xi used the occasion to urge the CPC to remain adaptable and safeguard its achievements, positioning the party as a global force for progress. North Korean leader Kim Jong Un sent a congratulatory message to Xi. An Australian commentator praised the CPC's history as a "human story."