The 2017 BRICS Summit is the second time China is hosting leaders of the economic bloc. [Photo/People's Daily Online]
Renovation of convention center
Pei told the media that five metro railway lines were under construction, in addition to other typhoon-related recovery projects in different parts of the city. The city was hit last September by the strongest-ever typhoon in 10 years. "In order to avoid extravagance, we will use Xiamen's existing international conference center facilities. We will make some renovations in line with BRICS summit requirements," Pei said.
Volunteering
Meanwhile, classes and factory work will not be interrupted during the summit, but there will be minimal changes to traffic flow. Pei Jinjia added that Xiamen residents and Fujian province in general were excited to host the event, which is expected to attract over 30,000 applications for 2,000 volunteer slots. "Preparations such as event arrangements, venue renovation, environmental improvements, conference logistics, security and public engagements, have been advancing in an orderly and coordinated manner," he assured.
China has launched a new pilot program to allow eligible enterprises greater access to overseas financing in support of green and low-carbon transformation projects, the country's foreign exchange regulator said on Aug 21.
To further streamline the experience, China is expanding tax refund stores, broadening the range of refundable goods, and refining refund procedures, ensuring an efficient and seamless shopping experience for global visitors.
