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Heyuan's 'Lake+' Green Development Zone: Policy Signals for Foreign Founders in China
A provincial policy push around Wanlu Lake in Heyuan highlights green industry opportunities and ecological priorities that foreign founders should consider when planning operations in Guangdong.
Provincial Delegation Reviews 'Lake+' Green Development Proposal in Heyuan
On 21–22 [month not specified in source], a delegation led by Vice Chairman of the Guangdong Provincial Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC), Wen Guohui, visited Heyuan to conduct a special research visit on a proposal titled Supporting the Construction of the 'Lake+' Green Development Zone around Wanlu Lake. The research was part of a joint provincial, municipal, and county-level supervision effort. Yu Qibao, a member of the Provincial CPPCC and Chairman of the Heyuan Municipal CPPCC, also participated.
The proposal was jointly submitted by provincial CPPCC members residing in Heyuan and has been listed as a special proposal supervised by the Provincial CPPCC Proposal Committee. According to the source, the proposal is grounded in ecological protection and coordinated regional development, aligns with Heyuan's actual conditions, and is highly targeted. It aims to help provincial-level authorities implement practical measures in areas such as ecological environmental protection, green industry cultivation, and policy and funding support, with the goal of building the 'Lake+' Green Development Zone around Wanlu Lake into a benchmark demonstration area for ecological priority and green development in the province.
On-Site Inspections Cover Water, Ecology, Tourism, and Infrastructure
The delegation visited several locations, including:
- The construction site of the Jiuli Lake area water environment improvement project in Xingang Town, Dongyuan County;
- The Wanlu Lake Ecological Environmental Protection Exhibition Hall;
- The Liuyue Peninsula homestay in Xinhui Long Town;
- Wanlu Valley;
- Wanlu Lake Longfeng Island.
During these visits, the delegation observed the progress of proposal handling and the implementation of related support measures. They also gathered detailed information on Heyuan's work in ecological protection of Wanlu Lake, development and utilization of ecological resources, transportation infrastructure around the lake, and the transformation of ecological product value.
Delegation Affirms Progress and Emphasizes Key Priorities
The delegation fully affirmed the work on handling the proposal and the achievements in building the green development zone. It stressed the following points:
- Adhere to ecological priority and protection first. Continue to consolidate the results of protecting national surface water Class I quality and build a solid ecological security barrier for the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area.
- Leverage provincial policy benefits unlocked by the proposal. Vigorously develop the water economy, strengthen industries such as water beverages and food, water technology, and eco-tourism, and ensure the upgrading of infrastructure around the lake and ecological protection and restoration tasks are implemented effectively.
- Continuously improve the path for realizing ecological product value. Develop and utilize resources in an orderly manner, enrich diverse business formats such as 'lake + homestay' and 'lake + wellness', and effectively transform ecological advantages into tangible well-being and income growth for residents in the reservoir area.
- Give play to the CPPCC's role as a specialized consultative body. Pool wisdom and strength from all sides, translate the results of proposal handling into development outcomes, and build the 'Lake+' Green Development Zone around Wanlu Lake into a practice model of 'lucid waters and lush mountains are invaluable assets'.
Other participants included Wang Lixin, Deputy Director of the Provincial CPPCC Proposal Committee; Hu Dezhao, National CPPCC member and Vice Chairman of the Provincial Federation of Industry and Commerce; Liao Jicong, Provincial CPPCC member and Member of the Standing Committee of the Heyuan Municipal Party Committee and Head of the United Front Work Department; and Xie Xintian, Vice Chairman of the Municipal CPPCC.
What This Means for Foreign Founders
For foreign entrepreneurs considering company registration or operations in China, this development signals several practical points:
- Green sector focus: The provincial-level push for ecological protection and green industry cultivation in the Wanlu Lake area indicates potential policy support for businesses in water technology, eco-tourism, sustainable food and beverage, and related fields. Foreign founders in these sectors may find alignment with local development goals.
- Infrastructure and tourism opportunities: Upgrading infrastructure around the lake and promoting 'lake + homestay' and 'lake + wellness' formats could create demand for services and products from foreign-invested enterprises, particularly in hospitality and wellness.
- Policy incentives: The proposal aims to unlock provincial policy and funding support. While specific measures are not detailed in the source, foreign founders should monitor local government announcements for implementation details that may affect market entry or expansion.
- Compliance and environmental standards: The emphasis on maintaining Class I water quality and ecological protection suggests that businesses operating in the area will need to adhere to strict environmental regulations. Foreign founders should factor compliance costs into their planning.
- Local partnerships: The CPPCC's consultative role and multi-level government involvement indicate that engaging with local authorities and industry associations can be beneficial for understanding policy direction and accessing support.
Foreign founders should note that this article reports on a policy research visit and does not announce new regulations or incentives. For specific guidance on company registration, sector restrictions, or incentives, consult local authorities or professional advisors.
This summary is based on information published by the relevant Chinese government website and is general information, not legal or tax advice.