Time flies, and in the blink of an eye, 112 years have passed since the abdication of Puyi, the last emperor of the Qing Dynasty. On February 12, 1912, this historic moment announced the end of the era of feudal monarchy in China with a solemn and profound abdication edict, opening a new chapter in the modern Chinese republican system.
Looking back on this landmark Qing Dynasty abdication edict, it carries a heavy historical weight and far-reaching influence of the times. The edict clearly expressed that "the subsequent ruling power shall be vested in the whole country and shall be designated as a republican constitutional state", marking the transformation of a monarchical system that has lasted for thousands of years to a democratic republican system, which is a huge leap in the history of the Chinese nation and an important example of the transition from feudal society to modern society in the world.
Empress Dowager Longyu announced her abdication on behalf of Emperor Xuantong and recognized that "Yuan Shikai organized a provisional republic with full powers", which is not only a fundamental change in the political power structure, but also reflects the profound thinking and difficult choice of the future development direction of the country. From this moment on, China began to enter a new historical stage and embarked on a long journey of exploring modernization and national rejuvenation.
112 years later, when we look back at this period of history at the juncture of the new era, we can deeply appreciate the courage and wisdom of the reformers of those years, as well as the determination to resolutely carry out institutional reform for the sake of national progress and national rejuvenation. At the same time, the historical event of the abdication of the Qing Emperor also warns us that only by keeping up with the trend of the times and having the courage to innovate and strive for strength can we achieve long-term peace and stability of the country and the happiness and well-being of the people.
In conclusion, the abdication of the Qing Emperor and the historical turning point revealed in his edict are not only a key node in the process of China's historical development, but also a profound enlightenment for the development of our society today: only by respecting history, remembering the lessons, forging ahead, and unswervingly promoting the modernization of the national governance system and governance capacity can we maintain our advantages in the global competition and move towards a more prosperous future.