Premier Li Qiang Emphasizes the Importance of Equipment Updates and Consumer Goods Trade-in
Beijing, March 28 (Xinhua) – Premier Li Qiang recently chaired a State Council video conference on promoting large-scale equipment updates and consumer goods trade-in. During the meeting, Li Qiang highlighted the significance of these initiatives in advancing economic transformation and upgrading, as well as improving the quality of life for both urban and rural residents.
The conference, held on March 28, brought together key government officials including Ding Xuexiang, Vice Premier of the State Council. Other attendees included Vice Premiers He Lifeng and Zhang Guoqing, and State Councilor Wu Zhenglong.
Premier Li Qiang stressed the importance of implementing the directives of General Secretary Xi Jinping and aligning with the mandates set forth by various economic conferences and sessions. He emphasized the need to solidly promote large-scale equipment upgrades and the replacement of old consumer goods with new ones to drive economic progress and enhance the well-being of the population.
In his address, Li Qiang underscored the strategic significance of promoting equipment updates and consumer goods trade-in. He urged all regions and departments to align their efforts with the central government’s goals and prioritize these initiatives.
Furthermore, Li Qiang emphasized the need to adopt a market-oriented and government-guided approach, focusing on incentivizing advancements and eliminating outdated technologies. The Premier highlighted the importance of respecting the needs of enterprises and consumers, providing policy support, and fostering internal driving forces for upgrading.
The meeting also featured discussions on promoting the trade-in of bulk durable consumer goods and enhancing economic circulation through better recycling practices and utilization systems. The participants emphasized the need for comprehensive planning, coordination, and localized implementation to ensure the success of equipment updates and consumer goods trade-in efforts.
Key officials from various government departments and provincial governments also shared their insights and plans for advancing the agenda of large-scale equipment updates and consumer goods trade-in.
Overall, the conference highlighted the government’s commitment to driving economic development and improving living standards through targeted initiatives focused on equipment modernization and consumer goods upgrades.