Recently, Qi Xianhui, Deputy Director of the United Front Work Department of Huangpu District, Director of the Overseas Chinese Affairs Office, Party Secretary and Chairperson of the District Federation of Returned Overseas Chinese, led a delegation comprising part-time vice chairpersons and members of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) to Qingdao, Shandong Province. The purpose of the visit was to study and research the construction of smart urban districts and explore new approaches for engaging overseas Chinese communities.
Discussion and exchange session with the Shibei District Government of Qingdao
The delegation inspected the Qingdao Liyuan Historical and Cultural Smart Block Project and the Sino-German Ecological Park, gaining firsthand experience of the transformative impact of smart city initiatives on urban life.
At Guangxingli and Qingdao Smart Valley·Shibei Center, the delegation observed smart city construction projects. Shan Wenhui, CPPCC member of Huangpu District and Executive Director of urbanDATA, provided an overview of the Qingdao Liyuan Historical and Cultural Smart Block Project. She highlighted how sensor technologies in smart facilities, coupled with advanced communication networks based on fiber optics and 5G wireless technology, have created ideal conditions for the widespread adoption of smart blocks. Intelligent lampposts displaying real-time urban weather, traffic updates, and public facility information exemplify how technology is enhancing convenience and efficiency, reshaping lifestyles for residents and visitors alike.
Tour of the Qingdao Liyuan Historical and Cultural Smart Block Project
Tour of the Qingdao Liyuan Historical and Cultural Smart Block Project
Group Photo
Key Participants
- Huangpu District Delegation: Officials from the Federation of Returned Overseas Chinese and CPPCC members
- Hosts: Representatives from Qingdao Shibei District Government and project teams
Focus Areas
- Smart city infrastructure and its impact on urban living
- Integration of historical preservation with modern technology
- Strategies for engaging overseas Chinese communities in urban development