In name only: The land of Handong, I shall rule its fate.

"Of course, it's all about all-round development in morality, intelligence, physical fitness, aesthetics, and labor."

Lin Zhiyuan took a sip of tea. "You are the vice governor in charge of culture, education, health and sports. The development of the league and cultural tourism will make you taller and stronger, but you will be like a cripple with an extremely developed right leg."

"You also need to do your job well."

"For the first route, you only need to get a passing grade, but for the second route, you need to at least be outstanding."

Lu Yangshan frowned and pondered deeply. After three to five minutes, he spoke again, "Executive Director Lin, I am not worried about the medical and health aspects."

"First, according to the plan, we can ensure full coverage of critical illness insurance for urban and rural residents across the province by the end of next month, which is the number one medical reform achievement in Handong."

"Secondly, the comprehensive reform of county-level public hospitals has achieved full coverage across the province, with Handong being among the first provinces nationwide to achieve this."

"Third, 75% of community health service centers have implemented family doctor contracts. While the area in northeastern Hubei is relatively weak, it was one of the first provinces in the country to widely implement family doctor programs."

Fourth, the standardization of primary public health facilities has been completed:

Digitalized vaccination clinics have been built in batches across the province, and 43 free public health services have been implemented in urban and rural areas on an equal footing. A total of 32 national health cities have been built, ranking first in the country.

The coverage rate of sanitary toilets in rural households and the health literacy of urban and rural residents have significantly improved.

Lin Zhiyuan nodded as he listened to the report.

While there may not be any groundbreaking innovations in healthcare, it is among the best in the country, which is consistent with Handong's strategic and economic development status.

"I have read your work report, and a series of supporting policies need to be introduced as soon as possible."

Lin Zhiyuan supported this, saying, "Third-party mediation of medical disputes, full coverage of medical liability insurance, a long-term mechanism for safe hospital directors, and a supporting maternal and child health care system for couples with two children—these all need to be accelerated and included as an important part of your annual work summary."

Lu Yangshan nodded, "I guarantee I will complete the mission."

But Lu Yangshan was truly terrified of the final educational work within the education, culture, health, and sports sector.

Education has always been a strength of Handong, just like its neighbor Donghai, where it is known for its strength and competitiveness. However, sometimes strength can be both an advantage and a disadvantage.

The chances of a successor messing things up are almost zero, but the chances of them taking things to the next level are also extremely slim.

"According to the 'Implementation Opinions on Deepening Comprehensive Reform in the Education Sector in Handong Province' issued in May this year, the main focus of this year's education work is on five major reform directions: separation of management, operation and evaluation; balanced compulsory education; inclusive preschool education; university collaboration; and vocational education innovation. These will serve as the overall guiding principles for education reform in the province."

"But to be honest."

"We don't have any notable achievements in Handong this year. The remaining 11 counties and districts in the province have not yet passed the national balanced development assessment, and I was even criticized by my superiors."

Lu Yangshan said weakly, sounding very aggrieved.

The results of this educational work are among the best in the country, but in the eyes of superiors, it is full of problems, and the implementation of the work is still not meticulous enough or perfect enough.

The status of Handong clearly indicates that Handong must be at the forefront.

"Regarding the issue of balanced education assessment, the provincial government will allocate a special rectification and improvement fund of 600 million yuan, and ensure that 3 billion yuan of matching funds for the renovation of weak rural schools will be available next year."

"But Comrade Yangshan, money alone cannot solve the problem. I need you to shoulder this heavy responsibility."

"As the vice governor in charge, you will sign a responsibility agreement with the county heads and vice county heads of the counties whose schools failed the inspection, and make every effort to improve education in northeastern Hanzhong and narrow the gap between schools in the county."

"I want to see significant results by the end of the year."

"By the middle of next year, I need to receive news that all 65 counties and districts in the province have passed the inspection by higher authorities."

"Is it possible?"

Lin Zhiyuan's low shout, like a fierce tiger looking down from above, made Lu Yangshan tremble all over.

"We guarantee the mission will be completed."

"If it doesn't work, I'll bring you my head."

Lu Yangshan stood up abruptly, patted his chest, and made a solemn pledge.

"Stop talking about life and death all the time."

Lin Zhiyuan withdrew his gaze. "You are the vice governor, not a hot-blooded youth on the street. Hot-blooded youths are not allowed to fight in this era."

Lu Yangshan chuckled and quickly agreed.

"Lately, I've become like many young people and have taken to surfing the internet, seeing a lot of interesting topics."

Lin Zhiyuan suddenly changed the subject.

What?

Lu Yangshan stared wide-eyed, his eyes filled with confusion and bewilderment.

"Many netizens from other places envy the educational resources in our eastern region and believe that it is not impossible for us to compete with students from Handong in the college entrance examination in the same district."

Lin Zhiyuan smiled mischievously, "I wholeheartedly agree. After all, the college entrance examination is all about survival of the fittest."

"Besides, Handong isn't like the East China Sea; it has abundant university resources. If people like to come, don't stop them."

"Give them a platform."

Lu Yangshan sensed something amiss and tentatively asked, "Executive Director Lin, do you mean to allow students to take the college entrance examination in a different province?"

Taking the college entrance exam in a different province or city has become very popular in the last two years.

It was first proposed by Bohai Province, but due to the two-year postponement, the first benefit actually came from Heihe Province.

"right!"

Lin Zhiyuan smiled and nodded, "They're too timid. Let's go all out."

"For example, the policy of allowing children of migrant workers to take the college entrance examination in their home province will be fully implemented, and the restriction will be relaxed to require that students in their second or third year of high school have a full year of school enrollment in Handong."

"For example, students from other provinces who wish to take the college entrance examination in Handong should sign the Handong College Entrance Examination Subject Instructions."

Lu Yangshan gasped, wondering if this step was too big.

He wasn't afraid of any impact on the students in his province, but rather worried that the parents and students who acted impulsively would not be able to accept the results after they came out, turning a good thing into a bad thing.

The Hanzhong exam is notoriously difficult nationwide.

He died a horrible death.

For most families and students, retaking the exam is a significant economic and psychological burden.

"Find out some legal professionals, print out a whole bunch of agreements, and let those who are interested and willing sign them."

"Parents sign, and students sign too."

"Whoever signs it is responsible!"

"We are merely a platform provider, acting in accordance with public opinion."

Lin Zhiyuan, the little bear, shrugged.

"Yes, Executive Director Lin."

"I'll go prepare right away."

Lu Yangshan's eyes twitched as he watched; this appearance was too sleazy and vulgar.

"etc."

Lin Zhiyuan stopped Lu Yangshan, who was getting up, and said, "This is to protect the rights of students from other places, but students from within the region should not be left behind. Ultimately, the essence of the problem is the uneven distribution of educational resources."

"so…"

"You need to reach a consensus internally and negotiate with key universities in the province to open up a batch of special quotas for impoverished counties. Note that the person and the application materials must match."

"If anything goes wrong, I'll hold you responsible."

"Let's call the plan the Rural Targeted Enrollment Special Program."