China plans to build beautiful rivers and lakes

China has launched a plan to build "beautiful rivers and lakes," aiming for 40% completion by 2027, and full completion by 2035. The plan focuses on improving water quality and ecological health. The "Beautiful River and Lake Protection and Construction Action Plan (2025-2027)" outlines 19 measures, including pollution control, ecological flow management, and habitat restoration across 2,573 water bodies. The plan emphasizes water resource management and ecological balance. The initiative aims to ensure stable water sources, healthy ecosystems, and improved water quality, with financial and technological support from the government and private sector. The plan also includes measures for pollution control and ecological flow management.