Stories about President Xi Jinping and farmers

(ECNS) -- "I had worked in the countryside myself," says Chinese President Xi Jinping. "Our generation has compassion and the will to help people, especially farmers." Talking about his life experience, Xi admits he remembers that deep affection for farmers.

Over the years, Xi has visited many places across China, but his deep rural affection has never diminished. He is concerned about villagers' daily life and their harvests. He chats with them about farming and rural development, showing care for his "fellow villagers".