President Hu promises more pension for retired

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Source: CCTV.com | 11-20-2007 08:30

Chinese President Hu Jintao (C) talks with a local farmer in Ordos of north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, Nov. 17, 2007. Hu, who is also general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, made a visit to Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region from Nov. 17 to 19, 2007. (Xinhua Photo)

Chinese President Hu Jintao has just wrapped up a three day inspection of the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region. Accompanied by local Party and government officials, Hu visited companies and homes in major cities including Erdos and Hohhot.

Inner Mongolia has vast areas of both pastures and desert. Hu Jintao has stressed the need for environmental and ecological protection. He listened to the local government report on its work to protect the rich resources of the prairies. And he called for more efforts in restoring the forests and pastures.

Energy is also a major issue. Hu Jintao visited a factory belonging to the Shenhua Group, which is working on a project to produce liquefied coal. Hu Jintao said the project would contribute greatly to the country's energy security. The President also visited a renewable energy industrial center. He praised the center's work and called for more efficient use of energy.

During his inspection tour, Hu Jintao also visited low-income families.

Hu said, "The government is working hard to make sure that children have access to schools, old people get pensions, sick people can afford medical treatment, and housing conditions are good. That will be a true harmonious society."