Northeastern provinces set for technology boost

Mayor of Shenyang says city's industrial manufacturers poised to change direction

New policies will be introduced soon to support the rejuvenation of traditional industrial hubs in China's northeastern provinces, and to help boost the performances of its listed manufacturing companies.

Speaking at the Boao Forum for Asia in Hainan on Thursday, Pan Liguo, the mayor of Shenyang, capital of Liaoning province, said a circular from the central government has been circulated there and in Heilongjiang and Jilin provinces outlining the plans.