The Chinese government has set eight major tasks for the future development of national new-type industrialization demonstration bases, according to a joint release by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, Ministry of Finance and Ministry of Land and Resources on Jan 29.

The eight tasks require the demonstration bases to: strengthen self-dependent innovation and technological transformation; encourage low-carbon growth; expand leading enterprises and advance coordination abilities of small and medium-sized firms; promote industry convergence and focus on producer services; build self-owned brands and regional brands; deepen the integration of Informatization and industrialization; develop the public service system, and improve land-use efficiency.

The joint release also specified measures in policies, financial support, social resources and talent building.

Developing new-type industrialization demonstration bases will contribute to the national industrial transformation and upgrade, boost regional economic development, and help China become a powerful player in the international industrial competition.