BEIJING, Sept. 30 (Xinhua) -- The People's Daily, the flagship newspaper of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, will run an editorial headlined "Stride forward on the road to build socialism with Chinese characteristics" on Monday to mark China's 58th National Day Anniversary.

    The editorial hails the achievements the People's Republic of China has made since its founding on Oct. 1, 1949.

    "China's economy is growing fast; the drive of industrialization, urbanization, market development and globalization is speeding up; the country's productivity, national strength and people's living standards are moving into a new stage; its international status is considerably improved; economic, political, cultural and social sectors have all developed in a comprehensive way," the editorial says.

    Looking to the future, the article says, China shall adhere to the Deng Xiaoping Theory and the important thought of the Three Represents, fully implement the scientific concept of development, stick to basic guidelines of the Party, continue reform and opening-up and promote a harmonious society.

    The CPC 17th National Congress is drawing near, the editorial says, "It is a very important congress held at a critical moment of China's reform and development."

    The congress will leave deep and far-reaching marks on the development of the Party and the country as well as provide effective guidelines for the Party and Chinese people to push forward socialism with Chinese characteristics, it says.

    The editorial calls on all Party members and people across the country to work together and prepare for the forthcoming congress.