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  Infographic: Ten Key Tasks for 2024 in Building Changsha into a Global R&D Center

  A conference on high-quality development and investment promotion of Changsha City was held on February 19. At the conference, the Key Points of Global R&D Center City Construction in 2024 was released, clarifying the work objectives and ten key tasks.

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  President Xi Inspects Hunan Province

  Chinese President Xi Jinping made an inspection tour in Central China's Hunan Province starting from Monday, where he learned about various works, including local efforts to accelerate the development of new quality productive forces and promote high-standard opening-up.

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  Places to See Spring Blooms Across Hunan

  If you are thinking about admiring the blooming fields in spring, you can explore the following recommendations to experience the beauty of spring blossoms throughout Hunan Province.

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  NPC & CPPCC Annual Sessions 2024

  The annual sessions of China's top legislature and political advisory body will offer the world a window to observe the country's development and understand its policy direction for the following year.

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  Happy Chinese New Year 2024

  Chinese New Year, also known as the Spring Festival or "Chun Jie", is one of China's most important traditional festivals. Wish all of you a prosperous and healthy Year of the Dragon!

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  A Look at Hunan's Government Work Report 2024

  The Second Session of the 14th Hunan Provincial People's Congress was convened in Changsha on the morning of January 24, 2024. On behalf of the People's Government of Hunan Province, Governor Mao Weiming delivered a report on the work of the government. How did Hunan perform in 2023? What are the plans for 2024? Let's check it out.

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  Insight 2023: Hunan Through the Lens of National Media

  What impressed you the most about Hunan in the recently concluded year of 2023? Let's follow the reporters' footprints, exploring the brilliant moments recorded by the lens.

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  New Year Celebrations 2024

  New Year's Day falls on January 1 and marks the start of a new year according to the Gregorian calendar. As a public holiday, Chinese people will get three days off from work from December 30, 2023 to January 1, 2024. Expressways will not be toll-free during the holiday. We wish you a Happy New Year!

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  Hunan's Five Cultural and Tourism Calling Cards

  Hunan is home to rich cultural and tourism resources. The province has vigorously implemented the strategy of all-for-one tourism and has presented its five calling cards to the world.

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  Share Your Views on 2024 China's Government Work Report

  The Chinese government website launched an online initiative on Dec 14, 2023, to solicit public opinions and suggestions on government work. The online initiative, Share Your Views on 2024 China's Government Work Report, is also supported by people.com.cn, xinhuanet.com, chinadaily.com.cn, chinanews.com, and official websites of local governments and related departments. The initiative will run through to the annual sessions of the national legislature and the national political advisory body in 2024.

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  Hunan's Contributions to Belt and Road Initiative Over the Past Decade

  This year marks the 10th anniversary of the China-proposed Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). Over the past decade, the Hunan people, Hunan manufacturing, and Hunan technology have consistently figured prominently in the national BRI major engineering projects.

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  All-in-One Guide for 2024 I Have 'Golden Ideas' Initiative

  The "I Have 'Golden Ideas'" Initiative is a campaign organized by the Hunan Provincial People's Government Web Portal, soliciting opinions and suggestions for the 2024 Hunan Provincial People's Government Work Report during the upcoming "Two Sessions" of Hunan Province in 2024.

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  "International Ambassadors" Explore Hunan Xiangjiang New Area

  Foreign students studying in Hunan act as "international ambassadors" introducing industries such as new materials, intelligent connected vehicle, and construction machinery, along with commercial platforms and innovation & entrepreneurship centers, and measures designed to enhance the business environment and attract talents.

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  24 Solar Terms: Winter Episode

  The 24 Solar Terms is a part of the traditional Chinese calendar. The Chinese people divided a year into 24 segments based on the sun's position in the zodiac. Each segment, with a time span of 15 days, is called a solar term, which reflected the changes of the seasons, climate and phenology.

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  2nd BFA Global Economic Development and Security Forum

  Themed "Global Development, Shared Security," the event will see more than 30 activities, including sub-forums, roundtables, and expositions take place. Government officials, heads of international organizations, business representatives and scholars will gather to share their views on cutting-edge issues in global development and security.

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  2023 Mid-Autumn Festival & the National Day Holiday

  Chinese people will greet two important festivals later this month – Mid-Autumn Festival and the National Day. Mid-Autumn Festival falls on the 15th day of the 8th Chinese lunar month, which will be on September 29th this year, and the National Day is celebrated on October 1 every year. As the two holidays coincide this year, people will enjoy an eight-day holiday lasting from September 29 until October 6.

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  Highlights of CZT Integrated Development Three-Year Action Plan

  The General Office of the CPC Hunan Provincial Committee and the General Office of the People's Government of Hunan Province recently issued the Three-Year Action Plan for Integrated Development of Changsha, Zhuzhou, and Xiangtan (2023-2025). What initiatives will be implemented for the integrated development of Changsha, Zhuzhou, and Xiangtan (CZT) ? What are the expected goals? Let's have a look!

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  Two New Cross-border E-commerce Pilot Zones Ready for Takeoff

  The People's Government of Hunan Province recently released implementation plans for the China (Hengyang) Comprehensive Cross-border E-commerce Pilot Zone and the China (Zhuzhou) Comprehensive Cross-border E-commerce Pilot Zone.

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  Plog: Athletes from Hunan Shine in the International and National Arenas

  Various national and international sporting events have taken place across the country recently. Many athletes from Hunan have brought home the crown, showing the vitality of Hunan youth.

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  24 Solar Terms: Autumn Episode

  The 24 Solar Terms is a part of the traditional Chinese calendar. The Chinese people divided a year into 24 segments based on the sun's position in the zodiac. Each segment, with a time span of 15 days, was called a solar term, which reflected the changes of the seasons, climate and phenology.

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  Hunan Performs Well in Stabilizing Economic Growth

  Playing to win the "Six Battles for Development" is the key for Hunan to fulfill the tasks of the year and promote high-quality development.

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  Beat the Heat: Summer Escapes in Hunan

  As the temperature gradually rises, let's plan a summer getaway together. Here are some recommended destinations in Hunan for you to escape the summer heat.

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  Changsha-Zhuzhou-Xiangtan Intercity Railway West Ring Line Phase Ⅰ

  The new line enables a remarkable reduction in commuting time between Changsha and Xiangtan to just 20 minutes. This railway connection symbolizes the integration of the urban subway systems of both cities, and signifies a significant milestone in the integrated development of Changsha, Zhuzhou and Xiangtan.

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  The Third China-Africa Economic and Trade Expo

  Themed "Common Development for a Shared Future", the Third China-Africa Economic and Trade Expo will last from June 29 till July 2. The guest countries of honor at the expo are Benin, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Madagascar, Malawi, Morocco, Mozambique, Nigeria, and Zambia. Shandong and Hubei provinces are present as theme provinces.

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  Dragon Boat Festival 2023

  The Dragon Boat Festival, also known as Duanwu Festival, is a significant traditional Chinese festival celebrated on the fifth day of the fifth month on the Chinese lunar calendar, with a history of more than 2,000 years. It falls on June 22nd this year.

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  24 Solar Terms: Summer Episode

  The 24 Solar Terms is a part of the traditional Chinese calendar. The "Start of Spring", "Start of Summer", "Start of Autumn" and "Start of Winter" divided a year into four seasons, and each season was divided into six solar terms.

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  The 3rd Changsha International Construction Equipment Exhibition

  Changsha International Construction Equipment Exhibition, as a newly rising world-class exhibition of construction machinery, is now on par with the three major construction machinery exhibitions in the world in terms of exhibition scale, number of visitors, number of global top 50 construction machinery exhibitors, and exhibition influence.

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  Explore the Route of British Tourism Delegation During May Day

  As the five-day May Day holiday approaches, have you made any travel plans yet? Consider visiting Hunan! Take a look at the travel route of a British tourism delegation for inspiration on your own trip.

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  A Look at Hunan's Economic and Social Development in 2022

  The main economic indicators have made progress despite difficulties and registered steady economic growth with a sound momentum throughout the year.

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  @Hunan Cross-border E-commerce Enterprises, Please Check out Good News for You

  The General Office of the People's Government of Hunan Province recently announced several measures to promote the high-quality development of cross-border e-commerce and to accelerate the cultivation of new strengths and new growth drivers for foreign trade development.

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  24 Solar Terms: Spring Episode

  The 24 Solar Terms is a part of the traditional Chinese calendar. The Chinese people divided a year into 24 segments based on the sun's position in the zodiac. Each segment, with a time span of 15 days, is called a solar term, which reflected the changes of the seasons, climate and phenology.

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  Infographic – Hunan Issues 20 Measures to Stabilize Growth with Gold Content

  Hunan rolled out "Several Policies and Measures on Taking the Initiative in Economic Growth Stabilization to Achieve Overall Improvement in Economic Operation" ("20 Measures to Stabilize Growth" in short) on February 6th, 2023. It focuses on five aspects: consumption, investment, foreign trade, industrial development, and the real economy.

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  Key Points, Highlights of Hunan Provincial People's Government Work Report

  The first session of the 14th Hunan Provincial People’s Congress opened on the morning of January 14, 2023. Governor Mao Weiming delivered a work report on behalf of the Hunan Provincial People’s Government.

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  Happy Chinese New Year 2023

  Wish all of you a prosperous and healthy Year of the Rabbit.

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  Hunan Takes Actions to Prevent Spread of COVID-19 While Resuming Production

  Hunan Province keeps implementing epidemic prevention and control measures in tandem with those aimed at getting the economy and society back to normal.

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  New Year Celebrations 2023

  New Year's Day falls on January 1 and marks the start of a new year according to the Gregorian calendar. As a public holiday, Chinese people will get three days off from work from December 31, 2022 to January 2, 2023. Expressways will not be toll-free during the holiday.

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  Changde-Yiyang-Changsha High-speed Railway Opens

  At 10:06 on December 26th, the G9699 "Fuxing" bullet train slowly left the Changde High-speed Railway Station. This marked the official opening and beginning of operation of the Changde-Yiyang section of the Chongqing-Xiamen High-speed Railway and the completion of the Changde-Changsha High-speed Railway.

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  UK-Hunan Cooperation and Engagement Photo Exhibition

  More than 200 precious pictures recording memorable moments of exchanges and cooperation between the UK and Hunan in many fields are on display.

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  2023 I Have 'Golden Ideas' Initiative

  The Hunan government website started its 2023 "I have golden ideas" campaign—soliciting opinions and suggestions for the 2023 Hunan Provincial People's Government Report initiative on the occasion of the upcoming "Two Sessions" of Hunan Province in 2023.

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  First Tourism Development Conference of Hunan Province

  Holding the conference is a concrete step to study and implement the spirit of the 20th CPC National Congress and promote integrated development of culture and tourism, and an essential measure to implement the positioning, missions, and tasks of the "Three Hubs and Four New Missions" Strategy and develop Hunan into a global tourist destination.

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  Hunan's Achievements Over Past Decade

  It is a review of Hunan's great achievements and changes over the past 10 years and an epitome of the province's brilliant achievements in economic and social development over the past decade.

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  Hunan Leverages Location Advantages to Develop New Development Paradigm

  Hunan has leveraged its advantageous geographical location on the transitional "belt" connecting the eastern coastal area with the central and the western regions and in the junction "zone" between the Yangtze River Economic Belt and the Coastal Economic Belt, while grasping the crucial opportunities for industrial gradient transfer and national support to the development of the western and central regions of China to accelerate forming a new paradigm of development featuring reasonable structure, optimized mode, regional coordination, and urban-rural integration.

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  Hunan Enjoys High-quality Development in Past Decade

  Hunan people have borne in mind the expectations of President Xi, forged ahead determinedly, and made great strides in building an attractive and prosperous Hunan with a promising future.

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  Hunan's Achievements in Targeted Poverty Alleviation

  On November 3, 2013, Chinese President Xi Jinping inspected Shibadong Village in Xiangxi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, where he put forward the guideline for targeted poverty alleviation. Since then, Hunan Province has shouldered the responsibility as the birthplace of this guideline and made concerted efforts to win the battle against poverty. Hunan has achieved the goal of building a moderately prosperous society in all respects on schedule.

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  2022 National Day Holiday Celebrations

  National Day Holiday is around the corner. Are you ready for an exciting journey of sightseeing or delicacies? Let’s check these travel tips first to find out in which scenic areas reservations are required, where pets are banned, and other dos and don’ts.

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  2022 Mid-Autumn Festival

  Mid-Autumn Festival, also called Mooncake Festival or Moon Festival, is one of China’s biggest holidays. It falls on the 15th day of the eighth month of the Chinese calendar, which is in September or early October in the Gregorian calendar.

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  Charming Hunan

  Embark on a delightful journey of discovery as you follow the footsteps of v-bloggers exploring the enchanting charms of Hunan.

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  2022 African Diplomats Visit the Pilot Zone for In-depth China-Africa Economic and Trade Cooperation

  Between July 27th and 29th, the activity of the '2022 African Diplomats Visit the Pilot Zone for In-depth China-Africa Economic and Trade Cooperation' was held in Changsha.

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  In Pics: Hunan's Economy Remains Stable in H1

  The People's Government of Hunan Province held the tenth plenary meeting on July 18th, 2022. It summarized provincial economic and social development in the year's first half (H1) and analyzed and arranged the work in the second half.

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  In Pics: A Look at Hunan's Economy in H1

  On July 17, the Information Office of the People's Government of Hunan Province held a press conference on Hunan's economic and social development in the first half of 2022 (H1). According to the unified accounting results of regional GDP, the provincial GDP was more than 2.29 trillion yuan in H1, a year-on-year increase of 4.3%.

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  Places to Escape Summer Heat in Hunan

  Scorching heat hit Hunan Province recently. Have you planned a trip to escape from the summer heat? There are multiple fantastic destinations in the province where you can escape the heat and enjoy an incredible travel experience. Here are ten places that will offer you plenty of coolness in summer.

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  Changsha Metro Line 6

  Changsha Metro Line 6 opened to traffic on June 28, 2022. It has the longest span and the most transfer stations, and covers the widest areas in Changsha. It is Changsha’s only subway line that can directly reach the Huanghua International Airport terminals.

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  Infographic: Hunan Builds Huaihua International Land Port to Be Integrated into BRI

  The General Office of the People’s Government of Hunan Province recently issued a guideline on thoroughly participating in the “Belt and Road” Initiative (BRI) and supporting the construction of the Huaihua International Land Port.

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  Infographic: Hunan to Develop New Forms, New Models of Foreign Trade

  The General Office of the People’s Government of Hunan Province recently issued a guideline for accelerating the development of new forms and models of foreign trade. It proposed that by 2025, the overall development level of the new forms and models of foreign trade in the province will be in the front rank in central China, with their import and export value taking up more than 15% of the provincial total.

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  Infographic: Hunan's Efforts to Implement the Strategy of 'Strengthening the Provincial Capital'

  The CPC Hunan Provincial Committee and the People’s Government of Hunan Province recently issued Several Opinions on Implementing the Strategy of “Strengthening the Provincial Capital” to Support the High-Quality Development of Changsha.

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  Travel Tips for May Day Holiday 2022

  This year the May Day holiday lasts from April to May 4. In context of the COVID-19 epidemic, people are urged to carry out self-protection measures while taking transportation and visiting tourist destinations.

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  A Look at Hunan's Economic and Social Development in 2021

  Rolling up our sleeves to work harder. Hunan people have done well in these aspects since the start of the 14th Five-Year Plan period.

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  Infographic: Hunan Government Issues "26 Policies" to Boost Industrial Economy

  The General Office of the People's Government of Hunan Province issued the Policies on Promoting the Steady Growth of the Industrial Economy in Hunan Province on March 28th, 2022. It proposed 26 policies and measures from six aspects: fiscal taxes and fees, financial credit, supply and price stability, investment and consumption, and foreign trade and investment.

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  Hunan Week of China Pavilion, Expo 2020 Dubai, UAE

  On March 9, the Information Office of the Hunan Provincial People’s Government held a press conference in Changsha on the Hunan Week activities in the China Pavilion during the Expo 2020 Dubai. Hunan Province, a major participator in the China Pavilion during the expo, will launch a “Hunan Week” in the pavilion between March 16 and 18, 2022.

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  NPC and CPPCC Annual Sessions 2022

  The Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference National Committee, China's top political advisory body, starts annual session in Beijing on March 4. The National People's Congress, China's top legislature, convenes annual session on March 5. The "two sessions" are of great importance in the country's political calendar, during which development targets will be made for the year and beyond.

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  Lantern Festival Celebrations

  The Lantern Festival, also known in China as Yuanxiao Festival, is a traditional Chinese festival falling on the 15th day of the first month of the Chinese lunar calendar.It falls on February 15 this year. People around Hunan Province celebrate the big day with various activities.

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  Happy Chinese New Year 2022

  Wish all of you a prosperous and healthy Year of the Tiger!

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  Highlights of 2022 Hunan Provincial People's Government Work Report

  The Fifth Session of the 13th Hunan Provincial People’s Congress grandly convened in Changsha on January 17, 2022. Mao Weiming, deputy secretary of the CPC Hunan Provincial Committee and governor of Hunan Province, delivered the provincial government work report.

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  New Year’s Celebrations Across Hunan

  Various activities await you to explore as the New Year's holiday is approaching, including special offers at scenic areas, exhibitions, and intangible cultural heritage events. Wish you a happy new year!

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  Hunan Launches 2022 “I Have Golden Ideas” Initiative

  The Hunan government website launched its 2022 “I have golden ideas”—soliciting opinions and suggestions for the 2022 Hunan Provincial People’s Government Report initiative on December 1st, 2021. It was done in cooperation with various media, government websites across Hunan Province, and government affairs new media.

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  Hunan's 14th Five-Year Plan for Protecting Ecological Environment

  By 2025, remarkable progress will have been reached in green and low-carbon development. The total amount of key pollutant discharge, and carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions and energy consumption per unit of GDP will have been lowered continuously.

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  Hunan Stabilizes Six Fronts and Guarantees Six Priorities

  Hunan takes solid steps to stabilize employment, finance, foreign trade, foreign investment, domestic investment and market expectations (six areas), and fully safeguard residential employment, people's livelihood, market entities, food and energy security, stability of industrial and supply chains and operations at grassroots levels (six fronts).

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  Optimizing Business Environment

  Hunan governments at all levels will continue to improve the market-based international business environment that respects the rule of law.

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  The Second China-Africa Economic and Trade Expo

  The Second China-Africa Economic and Trade Expo is scheduled to be held in Changsha City, Hunan Province from September 26 to 29, 2021, with the theme of "New Start, New Opportunities, New Accomplishment".

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  Happy Mid-Autumn Festival

  Mid-Autumn Festival is held on the 15th day of the eighth month of the Chinese calendar. In 2021, the Mid-Autumn Festival will fall on September 21st (Tuesday). Chinese people will enjoy a 3-day break from Sep. 19th to 21st.

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  Changsha West High-speed Railway Station Starts Construction

  Changsha West High-speed Railway Station is coming soon! Looking forward to its opening to traffic! “Azaleas Blooming in Hunan” is the theme that underpins the design concept of the Changsha West High-speed Railway Station.

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  Infographic: Hunan's International "Circle of Friends" Expanding

  The third plenary meeting of the Foreign Affairs Commission of CPC Hunan Provincial Committee was held in Changsha on August 23rd, 2021. Hunan's international "circle of friends" is expanding, receiving heaps of praise.

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  About How to Get a COVID-19 Vaccination Certificate (English Version)

  People who had been abroad for one year and more should have the infectious disease surveillance and physical examinations conducted following the Frontier Health and Quarantine Law of China and its implementation rules, before having the COVID-19 vaccination records translated and registered.

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  Infographic—Ways to Ensure the Elderly People and the People with Disabilities to Participate in Social Life Easily

  The General Office of the People’s Government of Hunan Province recently issued the Five-Year Action Plan for Creating an Accessible Environment in Hunan Province (2021-2025). The problems for the elderly people and the people with disabilities to participate in social life may be solved. Let’s have a look!

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  Infographic—Hunan Governor Stresses High-quality Development of Cultural Tourism

  The governor emphasizes to strengthen cultural self-confidence, carry forward culture and tourism integration, and promote all-for-one tourism.

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  CPC Centenary

  Celebrating the 100th Anniversary of the Founding of the Communist Party of China

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  Statistical Communiqué on Hunan’s Economic and Social Development in 2020

  The year 2020 was an extraordinary year. In the context of the profound and complex changes in the domestic and international situation, Hunan province had faced the COVID-19 epidemic and rare floods. Under the strong leadership of the CPC Hunan Provincial Committee and the People’s Government of Hunan Province, the whole province adhered to the guidance of Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era, and implemented the spirit of President Xi’s important speeches and instructions made when inspecting Hunan.

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  May Day Holiday 2021

  China observes May Day, also known as Labor Day, on May 1. This year the May Day holiday will last from May 1 to 5. May, a time between late spring and early summer, is always mild and pleasant.

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  Qingming Festival 2021

  The Qingming Festival, also known as Tomb-Sweeping Day, is the fifth solar term of a year, called "Pure Brightness" in English. This solar term usually sees the most tender and amiable spring days . With the gentle breeze and the flowers in full bloom, it is the best time to enjoy fresh air.

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  Infographic — Hunan Provincial Government's 2021 Eight Major Tasks

  The People's Government of Hunan Province recently issued its 2021 Hunan Province Plan for National Economic and Social Development. It summarized its 2020 achievements and set its 2021 goals. It also proposed 8 key target areas for accomplishing. Let's have a look!

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  News Coverage on Hunan Delegation to NPC and CPPCC Sessions 2021

  The Hunan delegation to the fourth session of the 13th National People's Congress (NPC) holds its first plenary meeting in Beijing on the afternoon of March 4, 2021.

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  Spots for Spring Flowers in Hunan Province

  Many flower varieties are now blooming in Hunan. They include cherry and peach blossoms, and canola flowers. They turn Hunan into a wonderful world of flowers. March is a good time to relax and immerse yourself in the magnificent beauty of nature.

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  Happy Chinese New Year 2021

  In 2021, the lunar new year begins on Feb. 12 and marks the start of the Year of the Ox.

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  2021 Hunan Government Work Report Highlights

  Moving ahead and forging a modern new Hunan! On Junuary 25, 2021, the Fourth Session of the 13th Hunan Provincial People's Congress convened in Changsha.

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  Hunan's Mobile Internet Industry Revenue to Exceed 300-Bln-Yuan in 2023

  The Hunan Provincial People's Government General Office recently issued the Opinions on Continuously Promoting Mobile Internet Industry High-quality Development, and Accelerating, Strengthening, and Expanding Digital Industry. It proposes that in three years, Hunan will become a leading national digital economy innovation zone, an industrial cluster, and an application pilot area. How to implement it? Let's have a look.

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  Happy New Year 2021

  Happy 2021！May your new year be filled with peace, health, happiness, and prosperity!

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  Infographic - Policy Incentives to Promote Investment

  “Hunan Province Regulations for the Improvement of Investment Promotion” was issued recently. It advanced 10 policy incentives from the aspects of attracting large and strong enterprises, investment promotion, and investment protection.

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  Infographic – Important Facts About China (Hunan) Pilot Free Trade Zone

  The China (Hunan) Pilot Free Trade Zone was approved by the State Council on September 21, 2020. What is a pilot free trade zone (FTZ)? What are its benefits? What are your questions? The infographic should provide answers.

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  National Day Holiday & Mid-autumn Festival 2020

  This year, the National Day Holiday from Oct.1 to 8, a day longer than usual as it overlaps with the Mid-Autumn Festival which also falls on Oct. 1.

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  Places in Hunan to Escape Summer Heat

  Hunan has many fantastic destinations where you can escape the summer heat. It has many lush mountains, dense forest, and breathtaking waterfalls. Its pleasant cool weather, good environment, and tourist-friendly facilities provide you with an incredible travel experience. Here are some places that will offer you plenty of coolness especially at the height of heat waves.

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  Industrial Parks' High-quality Development "Secret"

  The Hunan Provincial People's Government recently issued the "Implementation Opinions on Promoting High-quality Development of Industrial Parks in Hunan". It details how to transform and upgrade industrial parks. How is it done? Here's how!

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  Changsha Metro Line 3 & Line 5

  Changsha Metro Line 3 & Line 5 started operation on June 28.

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  2020 Hunan-Yangtze River Delta Economic and Trade Cooperation Promotion Week

  The 2020 Hunan-Yangtze River Delta Economic and Trade Cooperation Promotion Week was launched.

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  Are You Ready for Waste Classification?

  Hunan will establish a waste classification and disposal system within five years.

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  News Coverage on Hunan Delegation to NPC and CPPCC Sessions 2020

  Hunan delegation attending the NPC & CPPCC annual sessions 2020

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  Hunan Issues 16 Measures to Stabilize Employment

  Hunan Provincial People's Government General Office issued “Sixteen Measures for Further Stabilizing Employment in Response to the Impact of COVID-19 Epidemic".

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  How will Hunan Achieve Development “Tiny Goals”in 2020?

  The Hunan Provincial People's Government issued its annual 2020 Plan for Social and Economic Development recently.

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  Hunan Issues Guide on Wearing Masks

  The Secretariat of the Leading Group of the CPC Hunan Provincial Committee for COVID-19 Prevention and Control issued a guide on wearing masks for the public on March 22.

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  Five Measures Taken to Increase Consumption amid Epidemic

  Business activities such as catering and entertainment have been greatly impacted by the epidemic. Hunan governments will roll out a series of measures to increase consumer consumption.

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  Hunan Unveils 30 Measures to Assist Hunan Enterprises Through Hard Time

  30 measures include: strengthen assistance to enterprises and financial support; relieve pressures of social insurance payment; increase tax support and fiscal subsidies; support steady employment and stabilizing foreign trade and investment; ensure smooth logistics and transportation; keep optimizing production and operation environment;and, fulfill work responsibilities.

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  70-Year Surges: Economic Development and Improvement of People’s Livelihood

  In the seven decades since the founding of the People’s Republic of China in 1949, Hunan has realized remarkable achievements, and huge changes have taken place. 

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  Hunan Dongting Lake Treatment over the Next Six Years

  The People’s Government of Hunan Province has issued its Implementation Plan for the Comprehensive Management of the Dongting Lake Water Environment in Hunan Province (2018-2025), in order to protect and manage Dongting Lake—the “kidney of the Yangtze River”.

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  A Look at Hunan's Opening-up Achievements

  The year 2019 is the 70th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China. Hunan's opening-up has entered into a new era of development. Let's take a look at its achievements in 70 years.

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  Intelligent Manufacturing, Innovative Hunan Going Global

  Innovation-oriented opening up and Hunan’s rise; Accelerating manufacturing powerhouse construction

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  Foreign Ambassadors to China Speak Highly of Hunan

  On September 12, Hunan caught the eye of the world. Some ambassadors were interviewed during the event. They spoke highly of Hunan’s economic and social development achievements and expressed an intent to intensify friendly ties and cooperation with Hunan.

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  The 18th “Chinese Bridge” Foreign College Student Chinese Proficiency Competition

  It is organized by the Confucius Institute Headquarters (Hanban) and the Hunan Provincial People's Government. Based on language competition and cultural communication, it aims to strengthen interaction between Chinese and foreign youths and “tell China stories well” to the world.

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  First China-Africa Economic and Trade Expo

  The China-Africa Economic and Trade Expo, jointly sponsored by the Ministry of Commerce of the People's Republic of China (MOFCOM) and the People's Government of Hunan Province, is one of the most important platforms for economic and trade cooperation under the FOCAC mechanism. The First China-Africa Economic and Trade Expo will be held in Changsha City, Hunan Province from 27 to 29 June 2019.

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  Changsha Metro Line 4 Opens on May 26

  The Changsha Metro Line 4 is Changsha’s third subway line. It connects the east and west banks of the Xiangjiang River, and is an important part of Changsha’s “Union Jack” shaped subway plan.

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  2019 Hunan-Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Investment and Trade Conference

  The 2019 Hunan-Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Investment and Trade Conference will be held between April 15 and 19.

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  New One Step Approval Process Adopted for 100 Matters

  On April 9, Hunan Governor Xu Dazhe presided over a provincial government executive meeting. It reviewed and approved a Plan to Implement the Reform of One Step Approval Process.

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  Hunan Gov't 2019 Work Report Highlights at a Glance

  Hunan Governor, Xu Dazhe, delivered the Report on the Work of the Hunan Provincial People’s Government at the Second Session of the 13th Hunan Provincial People’s Congress on January 26, 2019.

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  Changsha Forges Ahead with Impressive Business Environment

  Changsha, the capital city of Hunan province, has made leaps and bounds in its business appeal in recent years.

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  Resource-Conserving & Environment-Friendly Society

  On January 29, the Resource-saving and Environment-friendly Society (“Two-Oriented” Society) Exhibition Hall of Changsha-Zhuzhou-Xiangtan City Cluster (CZT City Cluster) starts trial operation.

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  Hunan's Intangible Cultural Heritage

  There are more than 300 intangible cultural heritage items of 11 categories in Hunan province, including literature, music, dance, drama, opera, physical culture, fine arts, craftsmanship, traditional medicine and custom.

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  Forging Ahead - Hunan's Reform and Development Achievements in the Past 5 Years

  Since the 18th CPC National Congress in 2012, Hunan Province has vigorously pursued the great opportunities of the “Belt and Road” initiative, the Yangtze River Economic Zone development, and the new round of the ‘Rise of Central China’ plan, and put into practice President Xi Jinping’s requirements made during his inspection tour in Hunan.

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  Changsha-Zhuzhou-Xiangtan Intercity Railway

  Changsha-Zhuzhou-Xiangtan Intercity Railway, Hunan’s first intercity railway connecting Changsha, Zhuzhou, and Xiangtan cities, is 95.5 km long. This passenger dedicated line is designed for an average speed of 200 km/hour, but runs at 160 km/hour at initial phase.