17. 5
II
In addition to “human centered”, “spatially balanced” and “eco-friendly” urbanization, this document also
emphasizes “synchronization of urbanization with industrialization, information technology development, and
agricultural modernization”
21. 9
III
There is no private land ownership In China. Rural land is owned collectively by local farmers, while urban and
industrial land (as well as all natural resources) belong to the nation. Local governments can authorize the use of a
particular section of land in their respective jurisdictions for certain purposes within a specified period.