Pilot Free Trade Zones, now operating in four areas, must have the courage to roll out bolder reforms, Premier Li Keqiang said on Wednesday as he visited Xiamen, part of the Fujian Pilot FTZ.
China will further develop free trade zones (FTZs), promoting successful experiences while preventing risks, Chinese Vice Premier Wang Yang said Wednesday.
The main task for the Fujian FTZs is to explore new development models for cross-Straits exchanges, accelerate institutional reform and offer advanced experience for other regions nationwide.
China unveiled three free trade zones following the pioneering precedent of the Shanghai model, a move expected to accelerate institutional reform to benefit China and the rest of the world.
A free trade zone in Fujian province will help attract further investment from Taiwan and boost sectors such as communication, transportation and tourism.
Three of the country's top 10 philanthropists are from Fujian, the highest number among mainland provinces and municipalities, according to a recent survey.
The Fujian Provincial Administration of Press, Publication, Radio, Film and Television gave away 10,000 orange osmanthus seedlings to residents in Pingnan on March 11.
