China's first-ever guideline that advocates entrepreneurial spirit and creates a favorable environment for businesspersons was released on Monday by the Communist Party of China Central Committee and the State Council.

It advocates the entrepreneurial spirit, including hard work, pursuing excellence, craftsmanship, innovation and social responsibility. Let's take a look at what famous entrepreneurs said about the guideline.

Jack Ma, executive chairman of Alibaba Group, speaks at The Bloomberg Global Business Forum in New York City, September 20, 2017. [Photo/Agencies]

Jack Ma, founder and executive chairman of Alibaba Group

It's the first time that the nation is promoting the entrepreneurial spirit in 2,000 years, making significant progress in the ideological field. The central government's recognition of entrepreneurs truly proves that human is the primary productive force.