Highlights of major tasks for Beijing

In his annual report to the deputies of the Beijing People's Congress last month, Beijing Mayor Wang Anshun outlined the city's tasks to transform the capital into a center for culture, national politics, international exchange and technological innovation.

1. Strengthen the leading role of the Zhongguancun National Demonstration Zone and encourage businesses to invest in innovation; implement 12 key projects involving technological research and applications.

2. Boost entrepreneurial startups by creating business incubators.