Plans to move with the times
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January 29, 2011, Saturday
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THE Minhang District plans to gear the local economy to be more in tune with the modern world of technology, environmental protection and efficient public services. It's also promising residents better health care, transportation and housing.
Mo Fuchun, acting governor of the district, outlined the vision of local government for the next five years on January 11, unveiling a plan of action to keep Minhang abreast of the rapidly changing face of Shanghai.
"Innovation and economic restructuring will be the driving forces of Minhang's economy," Mo, who was elected the governor of the district on January 14, said in an address to the annual session of the Minhang District People's Congress.
Topping the agenda are an 8 percent target for growth in each of the next five years, an increase in household disposable income, additional low-cost housing, development of new commercial zones for both industry and retailers, more emphasis on science and research, increased neighborhood waste recycling, improved bus stops, safer schools and expanded health services for senior citizens.
On the economic front, Minhang's eight percent growth forecast is the same as that for the municipality of Shanghai. In 2010, Minhang recorded a 10.4 percent rise in gross domestic product to 136.5 billion yuan (US$20.71 billion), while revenue rose 13.6 percent to 37.94 billion yuan.
The district is trying to widen its economic base, moving from over-dependence on manufacturing to nurturing valued-added services industries that it hopes will account for two-fifths of district GDP in the next five years. A wider economic base reduces the risk of shock in any single sector and enhances competitiveness, Mo said.
Average per capita disposable income - or the amount of money people have left to spend after fixed expenses - is expected to rise 10 percent this year. Last year, disposable income for urban dwellers averaged 27,400 yuan, or 1.54 times that of rural residents. At the end of the current five-year plan, when the district's population is expected to be about 2 million, the income gap ratio is projected to narrow to 1.3.
On the business front, Minhang has set the target of attracting US$6 billion of foreign capital in the next five years.
The draft plan also calls for the construction of a number of commercial areas, including the Jianchuan zone, which will comprise a shopping plaza, offices, hotel and an industry area dedicated to "innovative" businesses.
The plan also envisions development along the southern edge of the Hongqiao business district, which focuses on international trade and commercial services.
Zizhu Science Park will be elevated to the status of a national technology development zone, where priority will be given to the development of industries such as bio-medicine, advanced industrial materials, aerospace and non-polluting energy sources such as nuclear, wind and solar power.
Eco-friendly efforts
Environmental protection is a watchword in the district's economic development. Minhang wants to phase out high-polluting, power-guzzling industries. Emphasis will be placed on energy-efficient, low-carbon technologies and projects.
The plan offers an array of proposals aimed at improving the daily lives of residents.
At least 6 million square meters of affordable housing will be built in the next five years, including low-cost units for tight-budget families. Another 6 million square meters of existing residential houses will be upgraded.
By 2015, more than 90 percent of households in Minhang will enjoy access to 100 megabyte-per-second broadband.
The district also aims to promote recycling and reduce the per capita disposal treatment rate by at least 20 percent. It's promising that on 90 percent of days, air quality levels will be excellent or good - the two top readings on a five-tier pollution-monitoring scale.
Minhang has identified what it calls "eight practical projects" for residents that will be accomplished this year. They include:
Providing permanent residents 80 years and older with accident insurance. Installing emergency alert systems for 2,000 old people who live alone
Providing free health checks every two years for people 60 years or older. Special assistance for women without financial support and for disabled people
Establishing a public information system about food safety monitoring
Improving firefighting equipment and fire exits in buildings; conducting fire drills in 130 residential communities. Building sports facilities in 40 older residential complexes
Building 300 bus stops with shelters
Upgrading half of Minhang's TV network from analog to digital. Completing the construction of the Minhang Public Art Museum
Setting up intelligent traffic lights at 90 major intersections. Improving road lighting in 30 more rural, remote areas
Upgrading 500,000 square meters of school buildings to eliminate safety hazards. Improving psychological training for primary and middle school students.
Mo Fuchun, acting governor of the district, outlined the vision of local government for the next five years on January 11, unveiling a plan of action to keep Minhang abreast of the rapidly changing face of Shanghai.
"Innovation and economic restructuring will be the driving forces of Minhang's economy," Mo, who was elected the governor of the district on January 14, said in an address to the annual session of the Minhang District People's Congress.
Topping the agenda are an 8 percent target for growth in each of the next five years, an increase in household disposable income, additional low-cost housing, development of new commercial zones for both industry and retailers, more emphasis on science and research, increased neighborhood waste recycling, improved bus stops, safer schools and expanded health services for senior citizens.
On the economic front, Minhang's eight percent growth forecast is the same as that for the municipality of Shanghai. In 2010, Minhang recorded a 10.4 percent rise in gross domestic product to 136.5 billion yuan (US$20.71 billion), while revenue rose 13.6 percent to 37.94 billion yuan.
The district is trying to widen its economic base, moving from over-dependence on manufacturing to nurturing valued-added services industries that it hopes will account for two-fifths of district GDP in the next five years. A wider economic base reduces the risk of shock in any single sector and enhances competitiveness, Mo said.
Average per capita disposable income - or the amount of money people have left to spend after fixed expenses - is expected to rise 10 percent this year. Last year, disposable income for urban dwellers averaged 27,400 yuan, or 1.54 times that of rural residents. At the end of the current five-year plan, when the district's population is expected to be about 2 million, the income gap ratio is projected to narrow to 1.3.
On the business front, Minhang has set the target of attracting US$6 billion of foreign capital in the next five years.
The draft plan also calls for the construction of a number of commercial areas, including the Jianchuan zone, which will comprise a shopping plaza, offices, hotel and an industry area dedicated to "innovative" businesses.
The plan also envisions development along the southern edge of the Hongqiao business district, which focuses on international trade and commercial services.
Zizhu Science Park will be elevated to the status of a national technology development zone, where priority will be given to the development of industries such as bio-medicine, advanced industrial materials, aerospace and non-polluting energy sources such as nuclear, wind and solar power.
Eco-friendly efforts
Environmental protection is a watchword in the district's economic development. Minhang wants to phase out high-polluting, power-guzzling industries. Emphasis will be placed on energy-efficient, low-carbon technologies and projects.
The plan offers an array of proposals aimed at improving the daily lives of residents.
At least 6 million square meters of affordable housing will be built in the next five years, including low-cost units for tight-budget families. Another 6 million square meters of existing residential houses will be upgraded.
By 2015, more than 90 percent of households in Minhang will enjoy access to 100 megabyte-per-second broadband.
The district also aims to promote recycling and reduce the per capita disposal treatment rate by at least 20 percent. It's promising that on 90 percent of days, air quality levels will be excellent or good - the two top readings on a five-tier pollution-monitoring scale.
Minhang has identified what it calls "eight practical projects" for residents that will be accomplished this year. They include:
Providing permanent residents 80 years and older with accident insurance. Installing emergency alert systems for 2,000 old people who live alone
Providing free health checks every two years for people 60 years or older. Special assistance for women without financial support and for disabled people
Establishing a public information system about food safety monitoring
Improving firefighting equipment and fire exits in buildings; conducting fire drills in 130 residential communities. Building sports facilities in 40 older residential complexes
Building 300 bus stops with shelters
Upgrading half of Minhang's TV network from analog to digital. Completing the construction of the Minhang Public Art Museum
Setting up intelligent traffic lights at 90 major intersections. Improving road lighting in 30 more rural, remote areas
Upgrading 500,000 square meters of school buildings to eliminate safety hazards. Improving psychological training for primary and middle school students.
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