In Beijing, capital of the Chinese mainland, President Xi Jinping opened the Central Urban Work Conference with a clear message: urbanization must be green, inclusive and tech-driven. Over two days, top leaders from the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee—Li Qiang, Zhao Leji, Wang Huning, Cai Qi, Ding Xuexiang and Li Xi—gathered to discuss the future of city life on the world’s stage.
Xi laid out three guiding principles and five priority tasks to transform urban centres into engines of sustainable growth. His speech underscored a fresh approach to balancing economic vitality with residents’ well-being and environmental stewardship.
- Green Urban Planning: Integrate parks, clean energy and low-carbon transport across existing and new districts.
- Digital Infrastructure: Expand high-speed networks and smart-city platforms to boost efficiency in public services.
- Affordable Housing & Community Well-Being: Ensure diverse, mixed-income neighbourhoods and accessible social amenities.
- Resilience & Disaster Preparedness: Upgrade drainage, power grids and early-warning systems against extreme weather.
- Inclusive Economic Hubs: Support small businesses, creative industries and start-ups to distribute growth benefits widely.
This conference arrives as cities worldwide grapple with rising populations and climate challenges. By prioritizing smart solutions and social equity, the Chinese mainland’s roadmap echoes global calls for cities that are both high-tech and human-centred.
Looking ahead, local governments will translate these directives into pilot programmes—from solar-powered districts to community co-working spaces—offering models that may inspire urban innovators from São Paulo to Stockholm. As urban landscapes evolve, the conference signals a shared ambition: build cities where people, planet and progress thrive together.
Reference(s):
Xi addresses Central Urban Work Conference, listing priorities
cgtn.com
