Recently, Sun Zhiyang, Mayor of Guangzhou, delivered the Municipal Government Work Report at the 16th Guangzhou People's Congress. The report outlines strategic plans for key areas in Liwan District, including the Baietan Central Business Zone, Hailongwei Science and Technology Innovation Zone, and the enhancement of various commercial hubs and transportation infrastructure.

Baietan Central Business Zone

The report emphasizes the progress in constructing the Baietan Central Business Zone, situated at the convergence of Guangzhou's central urban area and the Pearl River waterway. Recognized for its geographic advantages, the district is a vital undeveloped industrial land in the central urban area along the Pearl River.

Liwan District aims to leverage projects and reforms, focusing on high-level planning and layout along the Pearl River (Liwan section). Efforts are concentrated on a three-year action plan to accelerate the construction of the Baietan Central Business Zone, contributing to high-quality development along the Pearl River.

In 2023, the Baietan Central Business Zone successfully auctioned eight land plots, releasing approximately 620,000 square meters of construction space. Key projects, including the Etan No.1 Headquarters project and COCO park, have made significant progress. The Baietan Greater Bay Area Art Center is expected to be completed in 2024, with active construction ongoing on White Swan Pond Avenue.

Hailongwei Sci-Tech Innovation Zone

The report highlights the acceleration of the construction of the Hailongwei Sci-Tech Innovation Zone, emphasizing significant cooperation platforms.

Located in the western part of Liwan District, adjacent to Nanhai District in Foshan, the Hailongwei Sci-Tech Innovation Zone covers an area of about 21 square kilometers. With four industrial clusters, including Baihesha Industrial Park, Longxi Avenue Industrial Park, Lingnan V Valley, and Parc Pearl River, the zone covers a total land area of 872,000 square meters, with a total construction volume of 1.975 million square meters. In 2023, 28 industrial projects in the Hailongwei Sci-Tech Innovation Zone progressed smoothly, contributing to the development of the area.

Shangxiajiu-Yongqing Fang Commercial Zone

The report emphasizes the promotion and upgrade of urban commercial districts, with a focus on enhancing upgrading the Shangxiajiu-Yongqing Fang Commercial Zone.

Shangxiajiu, China's first commercial pedestrian street, is located in the central area of Liwan's Xiguan. Housing numerous commercial shops, including renowned brands such as Tao Tao Ju, Lin Heung Tea House, Guangzhou Restaurant, and Huang Shang Huang, the street has was rated earned recognition as one of "China's Top Ten Food and Tourism Streets" in 2023.

Yongqingfang, in the core area of Xiguan, is home to well-preserved arcade buildings and various intangible cultural heritage, attracting both domestic and international tourists.

Liwan aims to transform the Shangxiajiu-Yongqingfang Commercial District into an immersive international business, cultural, and tourism exchange platform, integrating Lingnan culture with international influences.

Huangsha Aquatic Products Market

The report highlights the advancement of the Huangsha Aquatic Products Market construction, focusing on the development of deep processing and cold chain logistics industries.

The Guangzhou Huangsha Aquatic Products Market is located in the southwestern section of the Huancheng Expressway in Liwan District, the southern gateway of the Baietan Central Business Zone, covering a total construction area of nearly 190,000 square meters.

Comprising areas for fresh seafood transactions, aquatic logistics distribution, e-commerce and office spaces, and cold storage, it is poised to become the first smartintelligent live seafood trading market in the GBA and a world-class high-end seafood market tourism experience center. The Guangzhou Huangsha Aquatic Products Market is scheduled forplanned to commence operation in 2024.

Ruyi Fang Radiant Line

The report outlines the promotion of progresses in the construction of the Airport South Expressway Phase II expansion project, the Southern section of the Airport Second Expressway, the Guangfo Export Radiant Line Phase II, and the Ruyi Fang Radiant Line. These initiatives aim to expedite the smooth flow of urban micro-circulation traffic.

The Ruyi Fang Radiant Line System Project (Phase I) is situated in Liwan District, Guangzhou. It extends from the Inner Ring Road Ruyi Fang Interchange to connect with Fangcun Avenue in the southwest through an underpass beneath the Pearl River. This project is one of the seven radiant lines of the Guangzhou Inner Ring Road and a crucial component of the Guangzhou fast road network.

The Ruyi Fang Radiant Line System Project (Phase I) is expected to complete tunnel construction by the end of 2024. The second phase will connect to the Ruyi Fang Tunnel onin the north and the Guangzhou-Zhuhai West Line onin the south, passing through key locations such as Fangcun Avenue, Guangzhou-Sanshui Railway, Suiyan Road, Huadi Avenue, Longxi Avenue, and Huadi Avenue. The project's current phase involves ongoing demolition and resettlement efforts.