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Modern urban governance as a model

Pudong is advancing a “people-centered” urban model, pioneering high-quality development and full-lifecycle city governance for megacities.

Over the past five years, the new area’s transport hubs have strengthened: Pudong airport leads China in passenger traffic and ranks second globally in cargo and mail throughput, while the international container port maintains its top-tier status. Major infrastructure projects, including Xiaoyangshan North Operations Area, Shanghai East Railway Station, and Pudong Airport Phase IV, are progressing rapidly.

The rail network now spans 15 lines, 343 kilometers and 160 stations, fully integrated with bus services, including customized routes. Expressway coverage is 82 percent, with 20 cross-river channels linking Pudong and Puxi, supporting major industrial clusters such as the Eastern Hub and Zhangjiang Science City.

Cultural and sports landmarks, including Shanghai Museum East, Shanghai Expo Culture Park, and SAIC Motor Pudong Arena, have opened. “15-minute community life circles” now provide 95.6 percent of essential services within reach.

Governance is becoming smarter, with online portals, AI-enabled functions, and automatic approvals offering faster services.

In urban renewal, Pudong has transformed the 150-year-old EKA Tianwu Park, a former maritime instrument factory, through tailored renovations of over 40 buildings. Historic elements such as red brick facades, chimneys and tree-lined streets were preserved, creating a vibrant cultural and commercial landmark combining architectural aesthetics, maritime heritage, flagship retail and community activity.




 

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