A City in Progress

In the past five years, Shanghai has made remarkable achievements in various aspects, including economy, social governance, environment, rural vitalization and the improvement of people's lives. This series not only reviews the city's past accomplishments but also looks into its future development.
In the past five years, Shanghai has made remarkable achievements in various aspects, including economy, social governance, environment, rural vitalization and the improvement of people's lives. This series not only reviews the city's past accomplishments but also looks into its future development.
Ramble along the river and creek to experience spring - China In Focus News
In Focus

Ramble along the river and creek to experience spring

The waterfronts of the Huangpu River and Suzhou Creek have become popular destinations for citizens and tourists to enjoy the pleasant spring vibe of the city.
High tension wires buried to enhance green space - Shanghai Metro News
Metro

High tension wires buried to enhance green space

Shanghai has begun removing high tension electricity towers in its environs to provide additional space for parks and urban development projects.
Work starts on Shanghai's tallest skyscraper in Puxi - Shanghai Metro News
Metro

Work starts on Shanghai's tallest skyscraper in Puxi

Construction has begun on a new building, set to be the tallest in Puxi. At 480 meters, it covers about 450,000 square meters on Gaoyang and Tangshan roads in Hongkou District.
Century-old Great World rises again with stage plays, other performances - China In Focus News
In Focus

Century-old Great World rises again with stage plays, other performances

Shanghai's Great World entertainment center, dating back more than a century, will become a performance hub, mainly attracting young customers
Undercover operation is reclaiming the city's 'dead spaces' - China In Focus News
In Focus

Undercover operation is reclaiming the city's 'dead spaces'

The neglected underbelly of elevated roads and bridges provides excellent venues for parks, playgrounds, sports venues and cafés.
Petal power: How flowers give city life aesthetic expression - China In Focus News
In Focus

Petal power: How flowers give city life aesthetic expression

More than 10 million pots of flowers have been arranged across local streets, lifting spirits and evoking a connection to nature.
Shanghai's water source project wins top national award - Shanghai Metro News
Metro

Shanghai's water source project wins top national award

Shanghai's tap water source project "Upstream on the Huangpu River" has won China's top engineering prize for its social and ecological benefits to the megacity.
Making the city oh so pleasant to take a load off your feet - China In Focus News
In Focus

Making the city oh so pleasant to take a load off your feet

More than 14,000 outdoor public seats in Shanghai give people places to rest, socialize and enjoy the passing scene of urban life.
Shanghai polishes global financial allure - China Finance News
Finance

Shanghai polishes global financial allure

Shanghai will attract more domestic and overseas financial institutes and investors with an optimized financial and business environment.
Nanjing Road backstreets to regain historic popularity with renewal - Shanghai Metro News
Metro

Nanjing Road backstreets to regain historic popularity with renewal

Shanghai aims to redevelop the backstreets around the Nanjing Road Pedestrian Mall to restore their century-old historic fame as China's "six big roads."
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