Benefits for inner regions

Urbanization is a major tool of the government to maintain economic stability, and Premier Li Keqiang's speech marks the move to boost confidence as the economy shows hints of decline. The move can also benefit the central and western provinces and regions by better balancing economic development, as well as easing the pressure on population and resources in the eastern coastal regions.

cnstock.com, Sept 16

The core mission of the new urbanization drive is to meet the people's needs - that is clearly outlined in the 2014 Government Work Report, and several recent moves such as the reform of the household registration system and renovation of the older parts of towns all serve that purpose. Only with convenience and better conditions can small- and medium-sized cities attract people to live in them.