The first all-English international broadcast program in Chongqing, the 101st episode of "Let's Meet," titled “Governance of a Mega City: The Secret to Happiness in Chongqing”, jointly produced by the Western China International Communication Organization and Chongqing Satellite TV, will be aired on both domestic and international media on April 26.
In the previous episode, we explored Chongqing's extraordinary wisdom in addressing urban challenges. In this episode of "Governance of a Mega City: The Secret to Happiness in Chongqing," we will dive deeper into this 3D metropolis with a population of 32 million, discovering how it extends governance into the nuanced realm of human care. Chongqing not only enhances its beauty through an intelligent lighting system but also boosts residents' happiness by creating pocket parks, despite limited resources. Additionally, urban renewal projects are transforming aging communities, improving residents' quality of life. These governance initiatives make megacity management not just a stream of data but a tangible source of happiness.
Lighting Up Chongqing: The Aesthetic of a Cyber City
When people think of Chongqing, they often associate it with the title "Cyber City," and the dreamlike nightscape undoubtedly contributes to this futuristic image. As night falls, how does this vast metropolis skillfully manage its lighting to create such breathtaking and magical scenes? What governance wisdom lies behind this dazzling urban aesthetic?
Inserting Green: Happiness in Pocket Parks
In megacities, as you move toward the urban center, population density increases and public resources become increasingly scarce, especially in valuable central areas. How can we maximize the use of limited space to enhance residents' happiness? In the mountain city of Chongqing, creative use of space beneath bridges has led to the construction of pocket parks, beautifying urban microspaces and providing residents with a sense of happiness and satisfaction right at their doorsteps. This initiative contributes to a fulfilling quality of life in this city.
Urban Renewal: New Changes in Minzhucun Community
The living environment is a vital issue that cannot be overlooked in the development of megacities. As cities continue to evolve, many aging communities reveal significant challenges in their living conditions. So, how can we improve these neighborhoods? Beyond building renovations, what other strategies can enhance residents' comfort and the overall vitality of the community? Let’s take a closer look at the Minzhucun community and uncover the stories behind its transformation.
From the thoughtful layout of intelligent lighting systems to the clever design of pocket parks and the successful implementation of urban renewal projects, Chongqing's governance measures not only enhance the city's charm but also significantly improve the quality of life for its citizens. With its unique wisdom, Chongqing is crafting a new legend in megacity governance, contributing valuable and replicable "Chongqing experience" to global urban management.
"Let's Meet" airs every Wednesday and Saturday at 6 PM on Chongqing Satellite TV. It is also simultaneously released on the Let's Meet official WeChat Channels, the Bridging News app, the iChongqing website, Facebook and YouTube channel, WCICO's global communication matrix platform, and Chongqing Satellite TV's new media matrix.
