Latest news with #Xinhuanet
Korea Herald
3 days ago
- Business
- Korea Herald
From Ancient Canal to Modern Connector: Cangzhou Drives Development in Northern China
The city's growth strategy balances industry and livability across the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region CANGZHOU, China, May 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- A news report from Xinhuanet: As the first light of day breaks over Bohai Bay, casting long shadows across the cranes at the Port of Huanghua, and the waters of the Grand Canal reflect the passage of high-speed trains, Cangzhou is emerging as a key player in the regional cooperation efforts within the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei corridor. By pursuing regional integration and connectivity, the city is driving industrial modernization, encouraging innovation, and improving quality of life—efforts that are reshaping the local economy and strengthening ties across northern China. Over the past two years, Cangzhou has attracted 131 projects from Beijing and Tianjin, totaling 55.6 billion yuan (approximately $7.7 billion USD) in investment. These projects have sparked a wave of innovation and industrial activity. Meanwhile, 45 subsidiaries of central state-owned enterprises—mainly in the secondary and tertiary sectors—have expanded operations in the city. One prominent example is the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei Cangzhou Biomedical Industrial Park, which adopted a regulatory model in which pharmaceutical firms based in Hebei are supervised by authorities in Beijing. The arrangement draws on Beijing's research and development expertise and Hebei's manufacturing capacity, reinforcing cross-regional synergies. As a fast-rising hub in the broader regional framework, Cangzhou is positioning itself as a destination of choice for companies relocating from Beijing and Tianjin, offering a stable, business-friendly environment. Advanced technologies are taking root: the BeiDou Navigation Satellite System's "Sky Eye" now monitors its regional operations center in Hebei, while a pilot demonstration project for membrane materials has been selected as one of the region's top ten collaborative initiatives. Scheduled for inauguration in October, the Yanzhao Green Chemical Engineering Laboratory is set to become a major asset. The city recorded 7.4 billion yuan in technology-related contracts in 2024, marking a 131 percent year-on-year increase—a signal of accelerating momentum. In partnership with the Xiong'an New Area, Cangzhou is expanding the Xiong'an Free Trade Zone and the adjoining Cangzhou Innovation Zone. The new Logistics Industry Center within the Xiong'an Innovation Zone is now operational, and the Port of Huanghua has opened a bonded warehouse as part of the Xiong'an–Huanghua Port container intermodal route. This shipping corridor operates under a unified "regional port pass" customs model, streamlining cross-border logistics and underlining Cangzhou's alignment with national economic development plans. As the port positions itself as a key maritime hub in China's Belt and Road Initiative, the new logistics channel represents a concrete step forward in regional infrastructure integration and shared growth. Major transportation upgrades are also reshaping the region. The reconstruction and expansion of the Rongwu Expressway have been completed, while the first phase of the Qugang Expressway and the new stretch of provincial highway S327—connecting Langfang and Xiong'an via Cangzhou—are now open to traffic. Additional projects in progress include the Handan–Huanghua Port Expressway, the Shijiazhuang–Hengshui–Cangzhou–Huanghua Port Intercity Railway, and new high-speed lines linking Xiong'an to Shangqiu and Tianjin to Weifang. Together, these routes position Cangzhou within a broader regional network—part of a government initiative to ensure that key destinations are accessible within 30 minutes by residents across the region—improving daily commutes and facilitating the free flow of people, capital, and innovation. Industrial growth in Cangzhou is also accompanied by investments in public services. The city has established education partnerships between 206 local schools and institutions in Beijing and Tianjin. It is now home to 21 regional medical consortiums, boosting healthcare access and positioning Cangzhou as an attractive option for retirement. To date, 23,600 seniors from Beijing, Tianjin, and neighboring areas have relocated to the city. Over the recent May Day holiday, Cangzhou recorded more than 4 million tourist visits—a 21.3 percent increase from last year—with travelers from Beijing and Tianjin accounting for over 30 percent of the total. Today, Cangzhou's industrial clusters are thriving, its public services are expanding, and its economy is outpacing both provincial and national benchmarks. The city reported a gross domestic product of 472.28 billion yuan in 2024, reflecting a 5.5 percent increase year over year. Historically famed for its martial arts, acrobatics, and cast-iron lions, this ancient canal town is rapidly evolving into a modern coastal economic engine. By building on its heritage while looking outward, Cangzhou is cementing its role as a dynamic force in the ongoing transformation of the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
From Ancient Canal to Modern Connector: Cangzhou Drives Development in Northern China
The city's growth strategy balances industry and livability across the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region CANGZHOU, China, May 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- A news report from Xinhuanet: As the first light of day breaks over Bohai Bay, casting long shadows across the cranes at the Port of Huanghua, and the waters of the Grand Canal reflect the passage of high-speed trains, Cangzhou is emerging as a key player in the regional cooperation efforts within the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei corridor. By pursuing regional integration and connectivity, the city is driving industrial modernization, encouraging innovation, and improving quality of life—efforts that are reshaping the local economy and strengthening ties across northern China. Over the past two years, Cangzhou has attracted 131 projects from Beijing and Tianjin, totaling 55.6 billion yuan (approximately $7.7 billion USD) in investment. These projects have sparked a wave of innovation and industrial activity. Meanwhile, 45 subsidiaries of central state-owned enterprises—mainly in the secondary and tertiary sectors—have expanded operations in the city. One prominent example is the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei Cangzhou Biomedical Industrial Park, which adopted a regulatory model in which pharmaceutical firms based in Hebei are supervised by authorities in Beijing. The arrangement draws on Beijing's research and development expertise and Hebei's manufacturing capacity, reinforcing cross-regional synergies. As a fast-rising hub in the broader regional framework, Cangzhou is positioning itself as a destination of choice for companies relocating from Beijing and Tianjin, offering a stable, business-friendly environment. Advanced technologies are taking root: the BeiDou Navigation Satellite System's "Sky Eye" now monitors its regional operations center in Hebei, while a pilot demonstration project for membrane materials has been selected as one of the region's top ten collaborative initiatives. Scheduled for inauguration in October, the Yanzhao Green Chemical Engineering Laboratory is set to become a major asset. The city recorded 7.4 billion yuan in technology-related contracts in 2024, marking a 131 percent year-on-year increase—a signal of accelerating momentum. In partnership with the Xiong'an New Area, Cangzhou is expanding the Xiong'an Free Trade Zone and the adjoining Cangzhou Innovation Zone. The new Logistics Industry Center within the Xiong'an Innovation Zone is now operational, and the Port of Huanghua has opened a bonded warehouse as part of the Xiong'an–Huanghua Port container intermodal route. This shipping corridor operates under a unified "regional port pass" customs model, streamlining cross-border logistics and underlining Cangzhou's alignment with national economic development plans. As the port positions itself as a key maritime hub in China's Belt and Road Initiative, the new logistics channel represents a concrete step forward in regional infrastructure integration and shared growth. Major transportation upgrades are also reshaping the region. The reconstruction and expansion of the Rongwu Expressway have been completed, while the first phase of the Qugang Expressway and the new stretch of provincial highway S327—connecting Langfang and Xiong'an via Cangzhou—are now open to traffic. Additional projects in progress include the Handan–Huanghua Port Expressway, the Shijiazhuang–Hengshui–Cangzhou–Huanghua Port Intercity Railway, and new high-speed lines linking Xiong'an to Shangqiu and Tianjin to Weifang. Together, these routes position Cangzhou within a broader regional network—part of a government initiative to ensure that key destinations are accessible within 30 minutes by residents across the region—improving daily commutes and facilitating the free flow of people, capital, and innovation. Industrial growth in Cangzhou is also accompanied by investments in public services. The city has established education partnerships between 206 local schools and institutions in Beijing and Tianjin. It is now home to 21 regional medical consortiums, boosting healthcare access and positioning Cangzhou as an attractive option for retirement. To date, 23,600 seniors from Beijing, Tianjin, and neighboring areas have relocated to the city. Over the recent May Day holiday, Cangzhou recorded more than 4 million tourist visits—a 21.3 percent increase from last year—with travelers from Beijing and Tianjin accounting for over 30 percent of the total. Today, Cangzhou's industrial clusters are thriving, its public services are expanding, and its economy is outpacing both provincial and national benchmarks. The city reported a gross domestic product of 472.28 billion yuan in 2024, reflecting a 5.5 percent increase year over year. Historically famed for its martial arts, acrobatics, and cast-iron lions, this ancient canal town is rapidly evolving into a modern coastal economic engine. By building on its heritage while looking outward, Cangzhou is cementing its role as a dynamic force in the ongoing transformation of the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region. View original content: SOURCE Xinhuanet Sign in to access your portfolio
Korea Herald
23-05-2025
- Business
- Korea Herald
Chinese Infrastructure Projects Appear on Global Currency in New Book Celebrating Belt and Road Imprint
BEIJING, May 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- A news report from Xinhuanet: A new publication highlighting the appearance of Chinese-built infrastructure on foreign currency was unveiled at a book launch and symposium in Beijing on May 19, underscoring China's global reach through its Belt and Road Initiative. The book, Chinese Imprints on World Currency, chronicles how infrastructure projects linked to China have been featured on coins and banknotes issued by countries around the world, casting these structures as enduring symbols of the country's international partnerships under the Belt and Road framework. The event drew a cross-section of government officials and corporate leaders, including Hong Lei, Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs; Wang Haihuai, General Manager of China Communications Construction Company (CCCC); Du Xiaojian, author of the book; and senior executives from state-owned companies. Ambassadors from over 10 countries, including Cape Verde, Algeria, Fiji, Sri Lanka, and Egypt, were also in attendance. The book documents 121 coins and banknotes issued by 58 countries, each telling a unique story of China's global partnerships through infrastructure. These numismatic records vividly illustrate the BRI's role in strengthening international ties. Among the featured works are 18 projects constructed by CCCC — the highest number credited to any single company in the collection — including Sri Lanka's Hambantota Port, Croatia's Pelješac Bridge, and Guinea's Kaleta Hydropower Station. In prepared remarks, Mr. Hong Lei called the publication a timely contribution, noting that it reflects what he described as "the inevitable trend toward a shared future for humanity". He reiterated China's commitment to global cooperation in realizing this vision. Mr. Wang Haihuai shared insights from CCCC's participation in the Belt and Road Initiative. He reaffirmed the company's dedication to upholding the spirit of the Silk Road while contributing to global sustainable development and the shared future of mankind. Diplomats in attendance praised the Belt and Road Initiative's accomplishments, voicing interest in strengthening cultural and economic ties with Beijing.
Malaysian Reserve
23-05-2025
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
Chinese Infrastructure Projects Appear on Global Currency in New Book Celebrating Belt and Road Imprint
BEIJING, May 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — A news report from Xinhuanet: A new publication highlighting the appearance of Chinese-built infrastructure on foreign currency was unveiled at a book launch and symposium in Beijing on May 19, underscoring China's global reach through its Belt and Road Initiative. The book, Chinese Imprints on World Currency, chronicles how infrastructure projects linked to China have been featured on coins and banknotes issued by countries around the world, casting these structures as enduring symbols of the country's international partnerships under the Belt and Road framework. The event drew a cross-section of government officials and corporate leaders, including Hong Lei, Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs; Wang Haihuai, General Manager of China Communications Construction Company (CCCC); Du Xiaojian, author of the book; and senior executives from state-owned companies. Ambassadors from over 10 countries, including Cape Verde, Algeria, Fiji, Sri Lanka, and Egypt, were also in attendance. The book documents 121 coins and banknotes issued by 58 countries, each telling a unique story of China's global partnerships through infrastructure. These numismatic records vividly illustrate the BRI's role in strengthening international ties. Among the featured works are 18 projects constructed by CCCC — the highest number credited to any single company in the collection — including Sri Lanka's Hambantota Port, Croatia's Pelješac Bridge, and Guinea's Kaleta Hydropower Station. In prepared remarks, Mr. Hong Lei called the publication a timely contribution, noting that it reflects what he described as 'the inevitable trend toward a shared future for humanity'. He reiterated China's commitment to global cooperation in realizing this vision. Mr. Wang Haihuai shared insights from CCCC's participation in the Belt and Road Initiative. He reaffirmed the company's dedication to upholding the spirit of the Silk Road while contributing to global sustainable development and the shared future of mankind. Diplomats in attendance praised the Belt and Road Initiative's accomplishments, voicing interest in strengthening cultural and economic ties with Beijing.
Associated Press
29-04-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Cangzhou Transforms Saline Land into "Golden Granary" through Innovation
CANGZHOU, China, April 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- A news report from Xinhuanet: Cangzhou, a prefecture-level city in eastern Hebei province, China, is leading a major initiative to convert its saline-alkaline land into a productive agricultural hub. Focused on boosting the overall production capacity of these lands, the city is rolling out a pilot development program supported by a comprehensive platform to address long-standing agricultural challenges. New Farming Technologies Drive Agricultural Modernization As part of this transformation, a new generation of farmers in Cangzhou is applying modern scientific practices and advanced management techniques to drive the modernization of local agriculture and the development of adjacent rural areas. By implementing planting methods that emphasize high-density cultivation, labor-saving techniques, mechanization, and standardized operations, the number of pear trees per hectare has increased from approximately 900 to over 2,400. This approach has boosted yields to 45,000 kilograms per hectare, with more than 91% of the fruit classified as high-quality. Additionally, the integration of navigation systems and autonomous farm machinery has enhanced operational efficiency by 20% to 30%, while reducing seed usage by some 20%. Innovative Seeds Pave the Way for Cangzhou's 'New Granary' Seeds, often called the 'chips' of agriculture, are central to Cangzhou's agricultural strategy. The city is emphasizing a model that aligns seed selection with land characteristics, integrating production, education, research, breeding, and promotion to drive innovation in crop varieties. Spanning approx. 4,100 hectares, the Cangzhou Dry Alkaline Wheat Breeding Base has an annual breeding capacity of 18,000 tons. Eleven newly developed dry alkaline wheat strains are currently undergoing the approval process, while three new varieties, including Cangmai 18, have already received official approval. The Chinese Academy of Sciences' Ecological Agricultural Experiment Station has made significant strides by cultivating salt-tolerant and drought-resistant wheat varieties. Notably, Xiaoyan 60 has been listed in the national crop varieties promotion directory, and Xiaoyan 155 has demonstrated an expert-verified yield of 6,178.5 kilograms per hectare. At the Cangzhou Academy of Agricultural and Forestry Sciences, researchers are employing advanced technology to accelerate breeding processes. Using an artificial climate chamber capable of adjusting temperature, humidity, and other environmental conditions to simulate outdoor farmland, scientists are able to breed up to four generations annually, significantly enhancing breeding efficiency. Specialty Agricultural Products Lead Emerging Culinary Trends A growing array of specialty agricultural products from saline-alkaline land is making its way from fields to dining tables, quickly gaining popularity among health-conscious audiences. Cangzhou is now become home to 15 leading dry alkaline wheat processors operating above the municipal level, with a combined annual production capacity exceeding 1 million tons. Among the standout products, Huanghua Dry Alkali Wheat has been included in the national regional public brand catalog and featured on the national 'local specialties' promotion list. Meanwhile, Cangzhou Dry Alkaline Wheat has achieved recognition as a provincial-level regional public brand. In addition, 19 dry alkali wheat strains developed in the city have received green food certifications. The Institute of Agricultural Products Processing and Nutritional Health of the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences (Cangzhou) has also established six research and development centers, including the Dry Alkali Wheat Processing and Products Innovation R&D Center, and the Fruit and Vegetable Food Manufacturing and Nutritional Health R&D Center. View original content: SOURCE Xinhuanet
