How officials are coping with increasing free trade challenges

The expanded China (Shanghai) Pilot Free Trade Zone will see a transformation in government functions. These will involve defining the municipal government's administrative responsibilities.

Last week, the expanded Shanghai FTZ was officially launched in Pudong New Area, a financial center of the city. Beijing gave the green light in December last year.

The total area of the Shanghai FTZ will be more than quadrupled from the previously 28.78 sq km to 120.72 sq km. Included in the new boundaries will be the advanced manufacturing-based Jinqiao Export Processing Zone, the high-tech hub Zhangjiang High-Tech Park and the financial center in Lujiazui. All are located in Shanghai Pudong New Area.