Shenzhen advances as demonstration city

Shenzhen in Guangdong province has taken great strides and instituted a number of novel measures since the guideline to turn the city into a demonstration area for socialism with Chinese characteristics was issued three years ago.

Premier Li Keqiang recognized that the city has developed into an international metropolis during an inspection tour on Tuesday and Wednesday.

He pointed out that Shenzhen and Guangdong should continue to lead the country in reform and opening-up, and play a major role in economic growth.