Tangshan: 'Steel city' forging an innovative model

Host city of the Caofeidian Forum, industrialized Tangshan, was long known for coal mining, iron and steel, but today it is moving away from the traditional resource-based economy to a new model for sustained growth.

"In pursuit of sustained development and new industrialization, we are changing the development pattern, upgrading industries and focusing more on construction of an eco-friendly, modern city," said Zhao Yong, Party chief of the city commission.

Local authorities have decided to extend and improve the city's industrial chain in seven of its sectors - steel, machines and equipment manufacturing, chemicals, modern agriculture, service, hi-tech and environment protection - to promote efficient use of resources as it secures additional investment and regional cooperation.