China is set to take its urbanization efforts to the next level this year, aiming to create smart, sustainable cities and promote balanced regional growth. 🏙️ According to a recent government work report, Premier Li Qiang outlined ambitious plans at the National People’s Congress in Beijing.
Advancing New Urbanization
With the urbanization rate reaching 67% in 2024, China is focused on seamlessly integrating rural migrants into urban areas. This includes enhancing basic public services, ensuring access to education for children, improving housing security, and expanding social insurance. 🏠📚
The government is also tackling infrastructure gaps in county-level regions, fostering economic growth in these areas, and developing modern metropolitan hubs. Urban renewal projects are underway to renovate old communities, making them more livable and resilient.
Embracing technology, China plans to develop digital and smart infrastructure, improve accessibility, create elderly-friendly facilities, and offer comprehensive community services. The goal? To build cities that are not only smart but also vibrant and inclusive for all residents. 🤖❤️
Promoting Regional Coordinated Development
Beyond cityscapes, China is committed to balanced regional development. Strategies include large-scale development of the western regions, revitalizing the northeast, boosting the central areas, and modernizing the eastern regions. 🌍
Key economic zones like the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei area, the Yangtze River Delta, and the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area will see enhanced innovation and influence. Projects like the high-standard construction of the Xiong'an New Area and the growth of the Chengdu-Chongqing economic rim are set to drive progress.
Additionally, China is focusing on the marine economy by establishing national marine economic development demonstration zones, paving the way for sustainable growth along the coast. 🛥️🌊
These comprehensive plans reflect China's dedication to creating a dynamic, interconnected, and resilient urban landscape that meets the needs of its growing population and diverse regions.
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China to strengthen new urbanization, regional coordinated development
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