On behalf of the Shanghai Municipal People’s Government, a government work report was delivered to the congress. It stated that over the past year, guided by Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era, efforts were made to fully implement the spirit of the 20th National Congress of the Communist Party of China and its plenary sessions, thoroughly act on the important speech made during an inspection of Shanghai, resolutely carry out the decisions and arrangements of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China and the State Council, and under the strong leadership of the Shanghai Municipal Committee of the Communist Party of China, focus on promoting high-quality development, accelerate the construction of the “five centers,” and coordinate efforts to stabilize growth, promote transformation, improve people’s livelihoods, and prevent risks, thus completing the goals and tasks set by the third session of the 16th Shanghai Municipal People’s Congress.

Taking Responsibility for the Nation, Bringing Well-being to the People, Striving for Dreams: The Fourth Session of the 16th Shanghai Municipal People's Congress Successfully Concludes
Taking Responsibility for the Nation, Bringing Well-being to the People, Striving for Dreams: The Fourth Session of the 16th Shanghai Municipal People’s Congress Successfully Concludes

The fourth session of the 16th Shanghai Municipal People’s Congress successfully completed all its agenda items and concluded at the Shanghai Expo Center yesterday morning. The closing ceremony was presided over by the Secretary of the Municipal Party Committee. The executive chairpersons of the closing ceremony included Chen Jining, Zhu Zhongming, Huang Lixin, Zheng Gangmiao, Zhou Huilin, Zong Ming, Chen Jing, Zhang Quan, Xu Yisong, Wang Hongwei, Lian Zhenghua, Zhang Peirong, Zhao Ruqing, Cheng Wei, and Xue Hong.

The fourth session of the 14th Shanghai Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference successfully completed all its agenda items and concluded at the Expo Center on the afternoon of February 5. The closing meeting was presided over by the Chairman of the Municipal Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference. Vice Chairpersons Xiao Guiyu, Chen Qun, Huang Zhen, Yu Lijuan, Wu Xinbao, Shou Ziqi, Qian Feng, Wang Weiren, and members of the Standing Committee of the Municipal Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference were seated on the rostrum. The Secretary of the Municipal Party Committee, the Mayor, the Director of the Standing Committee of the Municipal People’s Congress, and the Deputy Secretary of the Municipal Party Committee were invited to attend.

Shanghai Expo Center

The Shanghai Expo Center, originally constructed as the theme pavilion for the 2010 Shanghai World Expo, is a major cultural and convention venue located in the Pudong district. Its distinctive architectural design, featuring a red, inverted funnel-like structure, symbolizes the convergence of Chinese and global cultures. Since the Expo, it has been repurposed as a premier site for international exhibitions, conferences, and events, continuing to serve as a hub for cultural exchange and innovation.

Expo Center

The Expo Center is a large, modern convention and exhibition venue, often built to host international expositions, trade fairs, and cultural events. Its history typically begins with a major world’s fair or expo, after which the site is repurposed as a permanent hub for business and entertainment. Many Expo Centers around the world feature distinctive architecture and serve as landmarks that boost local tourism and economic development.

Shanghai Expo Center

The Shanghai Expo Center, originally built as the theme pavilion for Expo 2010 Shanghai, is a major convention and exhibition venue located in the Pudong district. Its distinctive architectural design, featuring a massive red “awning” roof, symbolizes the city’s modernization and global aspirations. Since the expo, it has been repurposed as a versatile hub for international conferences, trade shows, and cultural events, reflecting Shanghai’s continued role as a global metropolis.

Expo Center

The Expo Center is a large-scale convention and exhibition venue typically built to host world’s fairs or international expositions, often featuring cutting-edge architecture and innovative design. Its history is tied to global events where countries showcase cultural, technological, and industrial achievements, leaving a legacy of iconic structures like the Eiffel Tower (from the 1889 Expo) or Seattle’s Space Needle (from the 1962 Expo). Many Expo Centers later transform into multipurpose event spaces, museums, or urban parks, continuing to serve as hubs for trade shows, conferences, and community gatherings.