As the most authoritative academic journal and academic exchange platform in the cardiovascular field in China, Chinese Journal of Cardiovascular Diseases has a good influence at home and abroad. In 2023, the Chinese Journal of Cardiovascular Diseases celebrated its 50th anniversary. Over the past 50 years, the Chinese Journal of Cardiovascular Diseases has reflected the rapid development and vicissitudes of cardiovascular diseases in my country. Under the background of China's aging population and the continuous increase of the burden of cardiovascular diseases, it has made outstanding contributions to the development of cardiovascular disease prevention and treatment in my country and made remarkable achievements. It is a great honor to witness the growth of the Chinese Journal of Cardiovascular Diseases with all your predecessors and colleagues.