The primary goal of the plan was to establish an autonomous industrial system and comprehensively restructure the national economy.
The draft, which was initially proposed, not only aimed to reverse the deteriorating financial situation but also advocated for the complete mechanization of agriculture throughout the nation.
The Fifth five-year plan was significantly revised during the 3rd plenary session of the 11th Central Committee of the Chinese Communist Party.
[4][5] In April 1979, the 11th Central Committee of the Chinese Communist Party formally announced the guideline of "Adjustment, Reform, Rectification, and Enhancement" at its work conference in order to gradually restructure the national economy.
Additionally, the output of major industrial and agricultural products either surpassed or recovered its highest level in history.