What they say

I got the news about Xiongan New Area from my father. He told me that we will move into high-rise buildings in no more than 10 years. I am excited about that. I have never left Xiongan and have only seen skyscrapers on TV. I am looking forward to life in a high-rise. My hometown will certainly be very beautiful in the future. It will be covered by forests and boast skyscrapers.

Jing Youshui, 14, from Zhangzhuang Primary School in Xiongxian county

I heard that the new area will be developed into a world-class city modeled on Shenzhen. I think I can still live for at least another decade. All Chinese hope their country will become better and better. I am happy to see the prosperity here. I believe people of my generation will be able to lead high-quality lives here in the new area.