Updates

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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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  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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  Qixi Festival

  The Qixi Festival celebrated every year on the 7th day of the 7th month of the Chinese lunar calendar. The festival is known as the Chinese Valentine's Day. In the past, girls were major part of participants in this festival.

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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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  Dragon Boat Festival

  Wish you good health and a happy Duanwu Festival!

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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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  Hunan Travel Tips on May Day Holiday

  In times of the COVID-19 epidemic, tourists are urged to carry out self-protection measures while taking transportation and visiting tourist destinations. Let's check out the travel guidelines and places to visit.

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

  Hunan has activated level Ⅰ public health emergency response to tackle pneumonia caused by the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), decided by the Hunan Leadership Group for pneumonia control. This decision was made in accordance with the Contingency Plan of Hunan Province on Tackling Public Health Emergencies, and updated conditions of pneumonia spreading.

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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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  Reopened Tourist Attractions Across Hunan

  The Hunan Provincial Department of Culture and Tourism said that A-level tourist attractions should open in an orderly manner.

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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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  Chinese New Year Celebrations 2020

  Chinese New Year, also known as the Lunar New Year or the Spring Festival, boasting a history of more than 4,000 years, is the grandest and the most important festival for Chinese people.

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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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  Chinese MFA Event Highlights Hunan Province

  Two hundred and twenty diplomats and representatives from 145 countries and international organizations, and managers of Fortune Global 500 companies, gathered together to learn about an innovative and open Hunan.

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  Happy Mid-autumn Fesitval 2019

  The Mid-Autumn Festival, also called the Chinese Moon Festival, falls on the 15th day of the eighth Chinese lunar month. This year the festival falls on Sept. 13.

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  Ancient Trees in Hunan

  Hunan has a variety of centurial and millennial trees. They are landmarks, features of the landscape, and witnesses to history and culture. They grow harmoniously with humans.

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  Ministry of Foreign Affairs to Present Hunan Province

  On the occasion of the 70th founding anniversary of the People’s Republic of China, MFA’s events presenting Chinese provinces and regions comes to the 4th session.The spotlight this time is – Hunan Province!

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  Explore Whitewater Rafting Adventures in Hunan

  Hunan has rich water and mountain resources which provide ample chances for rafting. Whitewater rafting in Hunan has long been an exciting and popular adventure sport that brings friends and families together to share a unique, memorable experience. Come on out for a day of fun and adventure while cooling off and taking in some amazing views.

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  Hunan Selects First 10 Towns with Featured Agriculture Industries

  On July 31, the Hunan Department of Agriculture and Rural Affairs and the Forestry Department announced the first batch of Hunan’s 10 towns with featured agriculture industries.

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  6th “Yangtze River-the Volga” Youth Forum

  The forum opened at Hunan University on July 16. The attendees included 132 Russian youths from 14 Russian federal subjects, and 180 Chinese youth representatives from six Chinese provinces (municipalities) along the upper and middle reaches of the Yangtze River.

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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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  Green Development Becomes Highlight of Hunan

  In recent years, Hunan Province has been committed to promoting ecological development and reinforcing the overall governance of ecosystem composed mainly of mountains, rivers, lakes, forests and fields, in a bid to ensure blue skies and clean water and soil, as well as to create a beautiful landscape along the Yangtze River.

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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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  Statistical Communiqué on Hunan’s Economic and Social Development in 2018

  In 2018, facing the complicated and ever-changing domestic and international economic environment and downward pressure, Hunan province, under the strong leadership of the CPC Hunan Provincial Committee and the People’s Government of Hunan Province, adhered to the guidance of Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era, and implemented the spirits of the 19th CPC Congress, the Second and Third Plenary Session of the 19th CPC Central Committee, and the decisions and arrangements made by the CPC Central Committee and the State Council.

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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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  Worldwide Pianists Called for Huanglong Music Season

  The Huanglong Music Season organization committee made a worldwide announcement on the recruitment of pianists on April 4, 2019. The pianists will join in a series of flash mob shows at 21 landmark sites around the world, to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China.

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  Qingming Festival

  It is a holiday for people to pay respect to the deceased and enjoy outings.It lasts from April 5 to 7.

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  News Coverage on Hunan Delegation to NPC and CPPCC Sessions 2019

  On March 18, the Hunan provincial government holds a meeting to convey the spirits of the second session of the 13th National People's Congress and the second session of the 13th National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC).

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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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  Chinese New Year Celebrations 2019

  Chinese New Year, also known as the Lunar New Year or the Spring Festival, boasting a history of more than 4,000 years, is the grandest and the most important festival for Chinese people.

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  Changsha International Construction Equipment Exhibition

  The 2019 Changsha International Construction Equipment Exhibition (CICEE) is held at the Changsha International Convention and Exhibition Center between May 15 and 18.

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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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  Happy New Year 2019

  New year is just around the corner. A variety of holiday activities are holding and to be held across the province.

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  Hunan in One Minute

  Here’s a one-minute video to showcase splendid and innovative Hunan, produced by the People’s Daily New Media Center and the Office of the Central Cyberspace Affairs Commission Mobile Network Management Bureau.

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  The Most Beautiful Spots in Hunan to See the Autumn Scene

  The best time to see Hunan's stunning autumn colors is around mid-October and early November. Here we've rounded up the Hunan's most magnificent viewing spots.

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  Mid-Autumn Festival & National Day Holiday 2018

  Chinese National Day is celebrated on October 1st every year to commemorate the founding of People’s Republic of China. On that day, lots of large-scaled activities are held nationwide.

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  4th Investing in Africa Forum

  On Sept. 6, the 4th Investing in Africa Forum opened in Changsha. It is co-sponsored by the Ministry of Finance of China, Hunan Provincial People's Government, China Development Bank, and World Bank.

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  Hunan-Yangtze River Delta Economic and Trade Cooperation Conference Week

  The 2018 Hunan-Yangtze River Delta Economic and Trade Cooperation Conference Week (“Conference”) was held between July 24 and 27. There were 3 main activities, 9 themed activities and 22 activities attended by delegations from Hunan’s cities and prefecture in the cities of Shanghai, Hangzhou, Nanjing and Kunshan. Hunan has obtained fruitful achievements at the Conference. There were 152 provincial projects valued at 294.857 billion CNY signed, with 260.729 billion CNY to be introduced.

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  Participate in and Get to Know—Duanwu Festival Celebrations

  On June 18 come celebrate Dragon Boat Festival 2018 with the lively dragon boat competitions! This summer there is full race schedule from June to October in cities across Hunan. Find out where you can get your hands on some of the most exciting ones, so be sure to come and enjoy!

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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 Delegation Participates in ICIF 2018

  A member of the delegation from Nova Scotia Province, Canada to the 14th China (Shenzhen) International Cultural Industries Fair (ICIF), experiences spinning or indoor cycling at the Animation Section of Hunan Pavilion on May 12.

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  2018 Changsha Media Arts Festival and the International Youth Forum: Creativity and Heritage along the Silk Roads

  The 2018 Changsha Media Arts Festival and the International Youth Forum: Creativity and Heritage along the Silk Road kicked off in Changsha on May 21.

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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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  Labor Day Observed in Hunan, China

  Labor Day, or May Day, is also known as the Int'l Worker’s Day. It is a national holiday observed by over 80 countries to celebrate the achievements of workers. Since 2008, it became a 3-day national public holiday. This year, May Day holiday lasts from April 29 to May 1.

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  Statistical Communiqué on Hunan’s Economic and Social Development in 2017

  In 2017, facing intricate domestic and international situations, and greater downward pressure on the economy, the whole province worked vigorously for development while maintaining stability, implemented new development concept, and insisted in keeping improving development quality and efficiency as the focus under the strong leadership of the CPC Hunan Provincial Committee and the People’s Government of Hunan Province, and the guidance of Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era.

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  Spring Outings

  A puff of breeze comes abreast with the charming spring. It is now a time of year that many look forward to. Nature is bursting with life, and plants are in bloom. Everything is going to sing, and everyone is eager to get outdoors and explore. What will you see in spring in Hunan? Let’s check it out.

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  News Coverage on Hunan Delegation to NPC and CPPCC Sessions 2018

  On March 12, 2018, Premier Li Keqiang joins deputies to the 13th National People's Congress from Hunan when discussing the work report delivered on Sunday by Zhang Dejiang, chairman of the Standing Committee of the 12th National People's Congress. (Photo/Luo Xinguo)

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  Highlights of Report on the Work of Hunan Provincial People's Government 2018

  The First Session of the 13th Hunan Provincial People's Congress opened in Changsha on January 24. Hunan Governor Xu Dazhe delivered the work report of Hunan Provincial People’s Government during the meeting.

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  Chinese New Year 2018: the Year of the Dog

  Chinese New Year, also known as the Lunar New Year or the Spring Festival, has a history of more than 4,000 years, is the grandest and the most important festival for Chinese people.

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  Wish You A Merry Christmas and Happy New Year

  New year is just around the corner. A variety of holiday activities are holding and to be held across the province.

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  Hunan, Finland Deepen Cooperation

  Hunan Governor Xu Dazhe met in Changsha with South Ostrobothnia Regional Council Board President Lasse Anttila and Ambassador of the Republic of Finland to China Jarno Syrjälä on December 12, 2017. He believed both sides would continue to broaden the communication channels and promote bilateral cooperation in agriculture, forestry, trade, science and technology, education, environmental protection, tourism, and other fields, to achieve mutual benefits and win-win results.

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  ‘Belt and Road’ Countries Journalists Cover Hunan

  An interview themed “Focusing on a Splendid Xiaoxiang by Major Media from Countries along the ‘Belt and Road’” was launched in Changsha recently. The event gave the reporters a better understanding of Hunan.

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  Enjoying Osmanthus Fragrans in Changsha

  After the Mid-autumn Festival, Changsha greets autumn meteorologically. Osmanthus fragrans are in full bloom in cool autumn breeze, bringing the sweet fragrance to every corner of the city. Here we pick out some good places for enjoying the deliciously fragrant flowers.

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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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  2017 Mid-Autumn Festival & National Day Holiday

  The Mid-Autumn Festival, or the Moon Festival, is one of the most important annual festivals for Chinese. It falls on the 15th day of the 8th Chinese lunar month, October 4th this year.

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  2017 China (Hunan) International Tourism Festival

  Themed on “Splendid Xiaoxiang, Vast Dongting Lake, and, Charming Xiangyin”, the festival will provide tourists with customized classic travel routes, including landscape sightseeing tour, tower and island tour, and ancient town tour. They will depart from Xiangyin to enjoy the beauty of Hunan.

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  The 16th Chinese Bridge—Chinese Proficiency Competition for Foreign Students

  Contestants from more than 100 countries will arrive at Confucius Institute Headquarters in Beijing on July 10, 2017. They will compete in the 16th Chinese Bridge—Chinese Proficiency Competition for Foreign College Students. The contests in China will last for one month.

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  Dragon Boat Festival Celebrations 2017

  Dragon Boat Festival falls on the fifth day of the fifth lunar month. It is a traditional Chinese holiday to commemorate the ancient patriotic poet Qu Yuan. For thousands of years, the Festival has been characterized by dragon boat racing, and eating Zongzi. This holiday will provide ample chances for all to be involved in celebrations.

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  Statistical Communiqué on Hunan’s Economic and Social Development in 2016

  In 2016, facing increasing downward pressure, under the leadership of the CPC Hunan Provincial Committee and the Hunan Provincial People’s Government, the people of the province conscientiously implemented the decisions and deployment of the Central Government and the State Council, and the innovative idea of development.

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  Highlights of Report on the Work of Hunan Provincial People's Government 2017

  The Seventh Session of the 12th Hunan Provincial People's Congress was grandly held on the morning of Jan. 14, 2017. Governor of Hunan Province Xu Dazhe delivered the government work report at the conference. Hunan's achievements in 2016 and its goals for 2017 were highlighted in the report.

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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.

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  Hunan’s “Two Sessions” 2018 News Updates

  On the afternoon of January 22, the First Session of the 12th CPPCC Hunan Provincial Committee opened at the People's Hall of Hunan Province.