Advancing New Urbanization with Counties as Carriers
China is advancing new urbanization by empowering counties as key drivers, aiming to bridge the rural-urban divide and promote sustainable growth.
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China is advancing new urbanization by empowering counties as key drivers, aiming to bridge the rural-urban divide and promote sustainable growth.
China is advancing high-quality urban development, focusing on sustainable, livable, and smart cities to enhance residents’ quality of life and promote balanced economic growth.
Climate change, rapid urbanization, and deforestation intensified Nepal’s deadly floods last month, say scientists, highlighting the urgent need for action.
Once a rural delicacy, ‘Fura da Nono’—a traditional drink of the Fulani people—is now gaining popularity among urban settlers in Nigeria, bridging cultural divides and bringing a taste of heritage to the city.
Fura da nono, a traditional Fulani drink, is now delighting urban settlers across Nigeria, bridging cultural divides and bringing a taste of rural tradition to city dwellers.
China’s urbanization rate has surged to 66.16% by the end of 2023, marking a 55.52 percentage point increase since 1949, according to the National Bureau of Statistics.
Chongqing’s subway welcomes farmers carrying bamboo baskets filled with fresh produce, as new lines extend into rural areas, highlighting the city’s commitment to inclusive urbanization.
China’s 2024 GDP growth target of ‘around 5 percent’ has sparked claims that its economy has peaked. A deeper analysis reveals these assertions may be misguided.
China’s accelerated urbanization reignites domestic consumption and injects new vitality into the economy amid global challenges.
China is rapidly expanding the utilization of underground spaces in urban areas to address challenges like congestion, insufficient logistics, and natural disasters, paving the way for sustainable city development.
China’s remarkable transformation over the past 45 years offers valuable lessons for global economic development, showcasing how reform and opening-up policies can drive rapid growth and societal change.