In a significant move towards environmental sustainability, China has unveiled new guidelines for a region-specific approach to environmental protection and ecological conservation. Released on Sunday, the guidelines aim to tailor environmental strategies to the unique conditions of different regions across the country.
By 2025, China plans to designate specific areas for ecological conservation, particularly those experiencing high resource consumption, severe pollution, and ecological degradation. This initiative is expected to lay a solid foundation for nationwide implementation by 2035, supporting China’s vision of building a \”more beautiful China.\”
The guidelines outline 18 detailed policies across six key areas, including the promotion of high-quality development, enhanced protection of the ecological environment, and strengthened supervision and assessment mechanisms. A central focus is adopting a region-specific approach to environmental management, enforcing strict protections for ecosystems, maintaining environmental quality, and ensuring the rational utilization of resources.
The new policies emphasize the importance of drawing \”red lines\” to safeguard critical ecological zones and promote sustainable practices tailored to regional needs. This approach acknowledges the diverse environmental challenges faced by different areas and seeks to implement targeted solutions.
The guidelines were jointly issued by the general offices of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and the State Council, reflecting a high-level commitment to ecological civilization and sustainable development.
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China issues guidelines on region-specific environment management
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