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Old residential neighborhoods across China are getting a thoughtful makeover.
Think smoother streets, pocket parks popping up nearby, smart lights that brighten the block, and new spaces where residents of all ages come together.
It's all about A national effort to breathe new life into aging urban areas, not by tearing them down, but by upgrading them with care and intention.
How do cities modernize while preserving their roots?
And how are technologies and the people who live there shaping the neighborhoods of tomorrow?
Coming to you live from Beijing, this is Roundtable.
I'm He Yang.
For today's program, I'm joined by Neel Ho Lin and Steve Hatherly in the studio.
First, on today's show.
From upgrading aging pipelines to installing elevators in walk-up buildings and weaving modern life into historic surroundings, China's government has been driving a nationwide effort to breathe new life into old neighborhoods.
These renovation projects go far beyond just a fresh coat of paint.
They're transforming the way residents experience daily life, fostering stronger communities and more livable urban spaces.
Let's start with the big picture.
What's unfolding across China in this wave of neighborhood renovation projects?
Yeah, so the renovation of these old communities in recent years, there's a Chinese term for it.
It translates to English as old residential community renovation.
It's been underway in many cities across the country.
Some changes are taking place.