Urban Infrastructure Marketization: Theory and Practice

Author: Ding Xiangyang
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Publish Date: 2005-11-01
Features: Urban infrastructure is a public facility essential for the production and life of urban residents, serving as the material foundation for the existence, operation, and development of cities, as well as a crucial prerequisite for urban economic and social development. The condition of urban infrastructure directly reflects a city's level of social, economic, and cultural development, directly representing its image. Well-developed urban infrastructure not only provides a livable environment for urban residents' production and life but also enhances the city's reputation and image, creating an excellent investment environment. This fosters the attraction of necessary capital and talent for urban economic and social development, thereby improving the city's competitiveness.
The feature of this book lies in its combination of theory and practice. Readers can gain insights into the theories and methods of financing and investing in urban infrastructure from this book. It also showcases Beijing's pioneering spirit, practical approaches, and valuable experiences in reforming the financing and investment system for urban infrastructure. Particularly noteworthy is that, given the current stage of the reform still being in a critical phase, Beijing's approach—rooted in reality and reform-oriented strategies, implementation plans, and successful case operations—will provide beneficial references and inspiration for relevant parties.