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Year of the Horse 2026: Ancient strength, modern ambition

By Yan Xiaoqing
China.org.cn
| February 17, 2026
2026-02-17

Editor's note: The Year of the Horse is coming. Long celebrated as a symbol of strength, vitality and speed, the horse once served as the backbone of ancient societies. As China launches its 15th Five-Year Plan, that spirit takes on new meaning: less about speed, more about precision and high-quality development.


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