Boomtown Shanghai

Shanghai is a city on the way up. Already today, Shanghai is the trade, financial, and service center of China. The general living conditions are said to be the best in all of China. By 2010, Shanghai will be the leading center of Asia and China's gate to the world.

The infrastructure of the metropolis Shanghai, with a population of 17 million, is superbly developed: A first-class deep water harbour, a comprehensive road and rail network, the magnetic levitation train, and the gateway to the world with the Hongqiao Airport and the Pudong International Airport are only some of its distinguishing features. Further, some 50 universities and technical institutes produce highly qualified graduates for a talented workforce. The region is committed to growth and progress.

At a Glance

• One of the largest cities in China with a population of about 300 million in the catchment area of the Yangtze Delta
• Above-average economic growth within China
• Trade, financial and services centre
• Comprehensive road and rail network
• Largest deep-water harbour in China
• Two airports
• Magnetic levitation train
• 50 universities
• 4,000 research institutions
• Professional specialists and managers
• Over 15,000 companies in industry
• The new trade fair centre SNIEC
• Numerous cultural attractions and events