Science cluster among projects

Shanghai will continue to transform itself into a center of science and technological innovation and creative culture, according to the city's new master plan, which looks outward to the year 2040.

The city plans to speed up construction of a new industrial system led by technological innovation and strategic emerging industries based in modern services and supported by an advanced manufacturing sector.

"We're keen to build a global hub with large impact and higher-standard services, introduce innovative service facilities and attract more creative entrepreneurs from around the globe to keep it active," said Zhuang Shaoqin, director of Shanghai's City Planning Bureau.