Ocean expo showcases area's marine resources

The China Ocean Economy Expo will be held in Zhanjiang from Dec 3 to 7, to showcase the abundant marine resources of the port city and its role in building the 21st Century Maritime Silk Road.

Zhanjiang's development is closely related to the progress of its ocean economy and marine industry, said Liu Xiaohua, Party chief of Zhanjiang.

The output of the city's marine industry hit 127.58 billion yuan ($20. billion) in 2013.