While inspecting local infrastructure projects, he stated that stadiums and modern water networks are not only significant infrastructure projects, but also important for public welfare, and called for efforts to strengthen supply of resources such as funds and land.

　　Concerning urban renewal, it is important to stress the planning and layout of drainage networks and maintain strict oversight throughout the entire construction process to ensure that the project quality is able to stand the test of time, Li added.

　　Efforts should be made to attract more private investment to participate in the construction of infrastructure and public services, he said.

　　As a major economically-developed province, Shandong should promote various policy measures and work arrangements to take effect as early as possible, thereby contributing more to the overall development of the country, Li said.■

　　Chinese Premier Li Qiang, also a member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, inspects the construction site of a stadium in Jinan, east China's Shandong Province, Jan. 2, 2025. Li made an inspection tour in Jinan on Thursday. (Xinhua/Ding Haitao)