Gexi Wangmu contacts an elderly villager's child who works away from home for related information in Songgang Village of Maerkang City, Aba Tibetan-Qiang Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Feb. 18, 2025. (Xinhua/Wang Xi)

　　In the course of her service as an NPC deputy, Gexi has actively worked to bridge the gap between policymakers and the public. She did in-depth research on topics such as enhancing vocational training and improving compensation for elderly care workers, while gathering public feedback and submitting legislative proposals. She also consulted with civil affairs departments about latest national policies and visited rural communities for a better understanding of the realities facing the senior population, with a particular focus on the concerns of “left-behind“ elderly rural residents in need of care services.

　　Gexi Wangmu (R) talks with seniors to learn about their daily living conditions in Songgang Village of Maerkang City, Aba Tibetan-Qiang Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Feb. 18, 2025. (Xinhua/Wang Xi)

　　Gexi Wangmu (1st R) talks with seniors in Songgang Village of Maerkang City, Aba Tibetan-Qiang Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Feb. 18, 2025. (Xinhua/Wang Xi)