A Sketch of the Deeds of the May Fourth Youth Medal Winners
The May Fourth Youth Medal highlights the responsibility of Chinese youth in the new era, safeguarding safety and technological innovation See how the award winners tackle tough challenges on the front lines and dedicate themselves to their posts, inspiring more young people to forge ahead with determination
The list of winners of the 2026 China Youth May Fourth Medal and New Era Youth Pioneers Award was recently announced. People's Daily published an article summarizing the deeds of several award recipients, showcasing the responsibility of China's youth in the new era in safeguarding security, scientific and technological innovation, dedication to their posts, and more.
The report mentioned that young representatives such as the Yunbao Assault Team of the Special Patrol and SWAT Detachment in Kunming, Yunnan, miner rescue worker Li Hao, and offshore operations leader Xie Zongyu have each played a role on the front lines of border security, emergency rescue, and marine production. Through training to overcome challenges, technological innovation, and organizational collaboration, they have improved work efficiency.
In the fields of science, technology, and industry, young researchers and engineers such as Lu Yaxiang, Zhao Yandong, and Wan Zhong have continued to make breakthroughs in key technologies related to sodiumion batteries, military intelligence, LNG ships, and other areas, driving upgrades in related industries and equipment. Meanwhile, people such as Yang Guoxin, Zeng Qinghuan, and Wang Xingping have rooted themselves in their posts in aviation manufacturing, rural livestreaming to help farmers, and supervision and service in the free trade port, serving society and reflecting the diverse contributions of the youth group.