Resettlement in quake zone a challenge

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Source: CCTV.com | 12-25-2008 13:58

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More than 7 months after the devastating earthquake hit Sichuan province, resettlement plans are taking shape in most of the affected areas.

More than 7 months after the devastating earthquake hit  Sichuan province, resettlement plans are taking shape in  most of the affected areas.

In our second story of our special series Revisiting Wenchuan, Han Bin takes us to one village to see how things are unfolding. As he finds out,though China has won world acclaimed for its efficient rescue and relief work, it's relocation and resettlement that poses the biggest challenge.

Building homes, the start of resettlement.

Farmers from Matou village are being relocated here, in a different style of housing, suggested by the government. The design comes from Taiwan architect Hsieh Ying-jun. Though common in Taiwan, it's new for Matou.

Taiwan architect Hsien Ying-jun said, "Our steel structure building works similarly to their traditional wood and brick structure. The only difference is that my design is much higher and the materials used are cheaper.

Hsien Ying-jun says his building is stronger but lighter. The green concept complies with the international trend.