10 major projects begin in capital of China

Liu said Beijing will focus on 59 major infrastructure projects, including 33 new ones this year, with a total investment of 70 billion yuan. Of these, work on 10 began during the first quarter.

The Puhuangyu expressway is expected to boost the development of a comprehensive business district in southwestern downtown Beijing, said Fengtai district government chief You Guangbin.

Fengtai district government is kicking off the construction of a business district, combining shopping, hotels, catering and entertainment this year.

"The proposed business center and the Beijing railway station south division will together drive the economic development of southern downtown Beijing," he said.

The district will cover nearly 15 hectares along the Subway Line 5, with a construction area of 653,900 sq m.

Editor:Zhang Ning