Qiushi Journal, the flagship magazine of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, will carry an article in its Thursday issue expressing confidence in the country's future.

"There are ample reasons for us to have high expectations and confidence in the future development of our country," says the article.

The CPC and Chinese people will keep their word and fulfill their established goals, it says.

The article quotes a July 23rd speech delivered by CPC Central Committee General-Secretary Hu Jintao, who said China is facing both unprecedented opportunities and challenges.

The country's ability to seize opportunities and handle challenges will depend on "our mind-set, the effectiveness of our work and how we push forward with reform and development," the article says.

"We should carefully examine both the domestic and international situation and fully understand our country's developmental needs and the expectations of the people," it says.

China's economic dynamics remain unchanged, the article says, adding that economic restructuring will provide more chances for development, while domestic demand will sustain long-term growth.

Under the guidance of the Scientific Outlook on Development, China's development is on the upswing. The country will stick to reform and opening-up, as these concepts have resulted in more than three decades of rapid economic growth, the article  says.

Once the reforms listed in the 12th Five-Year Plan (2011-2015) are implemented, economic and social problems will be solved or alleviated, the article vows.

"We firmly believe that, under the leadership of the CPC and through the joint efforts of the Party and the people, we will walk along the path of socialism with Chinese characteristics and have a bright future," it concludes.

Xinhua