China will accelerate the construction of water conservation projects, according to an executive meeting of the State Council chaired by Premier Li Keqiang on Wednesday. The meeting urged faster construction of water transfer, reservoir & irrigation schemes, especially in central & western regions suffering water shortages. The move is to improve water use & attract investment, to guarantee water security, help agriculture & alleviate poverty.
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Outlet: People Daily
May 22, 2014