Economic hub of north China takes shape

Ever since the Binhai New Area was embodied into the national development strategy, the expected image of Tianjin as the future economic center of north China has gradually taken shape.

The State Council endorsed the "Overall Planning of Tianjin Municipality (2005 to 2020)" on July 27, 2006, giving a clear definition to Tianjin's identification and future position as an international port city, north China's economic center and last but not least, an eco-friendly city suitable for human habitation in the next 15 years. Tianjin should be the center of the Bohai Bay-rim region, and the city should give priority to the development of its Binhai New Area.

Together with Beijing, Tianjin is to lead the high-profile campaign to develop an economic circle encompassing Beijing, Tianjin and Hebei province and the entire Bohai Bay-rim region.