Protecting, restoring beaches and islands

The Oceans and Fisheries Bureau of Xiamen has made a series of reforms to better manage marine resources and facilities.

The coastal city in southeastern China is famed for its ocean, beaches, islands and a booming economy.

The bureau has released a comprehensive plan to rehabilitate the city's bays, seashore and islands with a focus on preservation. By 2016, the city is expected to gain the status of a national oceanic demonstration area.