Guizhou authorities declared a war on poverty several years ago, unveiling an array of measures to aid people living in impoverished conditions ranging from subsidies to support startups. The measures helped more than 1.2 million people in 2016.
Guizhou to relocate 750,000 poor families to new homes in 2017
Guizhou will relocate 750,000 people in poverty-stricken mountainous areas to newly-constructed homes in 2017.
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Poverty relief in Huishui
People living in impoverished conditions now have the chance to move to new homes in Huishui county, Guizhou province.
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Vocational education promises bright future
Vocational schools are lending a hand to students from poor families by cultivating their potential talents for future jobs.
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Concentrated land management revives flood-hit Tangyue
Walking into Tangyue village in Anshun city, one is welcomed by the sight of well-ordered houses and farmland.
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Relocated citizens find employment in Zhexiang
Providing new houses for impoverished citizens at its relocation site is just Zhexiang town's first step to help those in need.
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Rural tourism benefits Nakong village
Located on the banks of Zhexiang county's Sancha River, Nakong village has been developing rural tourism to improve local incomes.
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Going downhill, but raising living standards
Liupanshui is building an industry based around high-altitude ski resorts to promote winter tourism and lift people out of poverty.
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Mountain tourism brings benefits to Qianxinan
Qianxinan has made great strides in the development of its tourism industry and in efforts to alleviate poverty.
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TCM herb farming takes off in Guizhou province
Farmers in Anlong county, Guizhou province are taking advantage of its climatic conditions by growing bletilla.
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Sugar production sweetens Mumian village life
Mumian village in Ceheng county found a new way to improve local incomes – producing black sugar with modern equipment.
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Spring tea-picking brings wealth
The tea farmers of Haizi town were eager to get busy picking tea leaves as the warmth of spring arrived in Anlong county.
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Big data employed to combat poverty
Bijie city in Guizhou province unveiled its latest weapon in the fight against poverty on Jan 10 – big data.
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Highest school teacher:Zheng Long
Haiga Primary School finds it difficult to retain teachers, but Zheng Long, has remained loyal to the cause of improving education there.
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Hotel proprietor:Xiong Hongfang
Winter life changed dramatically in 2015, when Xiong opened a farmhouse inn to accommodate visitors.
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Embriodery master: Wang Feng
The number of customers to Wang Feng's ethnic embroidery shop continues to rise as the popularity of her delicate brocade heats up.
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Unsung hero: Jiang Shikun
Thanks to Jiang Shikun, Qinglong county has made great achievements in fighting poverty.
Canal builder:Huang Dafa
The construction of the canal spanned for 36 years and was completed under the guidance of Huang Dafa.
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Walnut Pan: Pan Xuejun
Professor Pan Xuejun, who has been dubbed "Walnut Pan", began working in the county to improve the walnut industry a decade ago.
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