Beijing, Sep. 9 (BNA): Chinese Premier Li Qiang called for developing sustainable urban renewal models and optimising the structure of urban areas nationwide.
Li made the remarks while presiding over a State Council study session on advancing high-quality urban renewal, Xinhua News Agency reported.
The Chinese Premier noted that China has made significant progress in advancing new industrialisation and urbanisation in recent years, amid profound changes in population dynamics, growth drivers and the real estate market.
Li added that urban renewal has become a key means of improving the living environment and people's well-being, driving domestic demand and accelerating the transformation of growth drivers.
The Chinese Premier underscored the importance of adopting a people-centred approach and prioritising the effective use of public spaces, service facilities and ecological resources. He also highlighted the need to strengthen disaster prevention and mitigation capabilities.
Li called for upgrading neighbourhoods, communities and old factory zones, developing distinctive urban characteristics while preserving historical heritage, increasing government investment and establishing a diversified and sustainable financing system supported by appropriate policies, laws and regulations.
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