Quote-unquote: Xi's views on education

President Xi Jinping talks with young people before he delivers a speech at the China Academy of Space Technology in Beijing, May 4, 2013. [Photo/Xinhua]

He said the young generation with firm will, strong sense of responsibility and great professional competence is the hope of realizing the "Chinese dream," when he visited the China Academy of Space Technology on May 4, 2013.

Young people should be optimistic and tenacious when facing adversities, Xi said, asking them to remain steadfast in their faith, refine their professional skills, embrace innovation, work hard and build noble characters.

A nation will be prosperous if its young generation is ambitious and reliable, Xi said.