Fujian steps up the pace on developing its FTZ

East China's Fujian province has been speeding up efforts to develop its free trade zone by introducing international-standard rules and fostering innovation in new industries, an NPC deputy said.

Fujian established its pilot FTZ in April 2015. The coastal province is also a core area for the 21st Century Maritime Silk Road under the Belt and Road Initiative.

Huang Maoxing, a deputy to the 13th National People's Congress, said more measures are expected in Fujian to enable the province to better play the dual role, and support the local economy.