国家发改委：已批复三峡水运新通道项目可行性研究报告

Core Viewpoint - The press conference held by the State Council's Information Office highlighted the significant progress and achievements in the development of the Yangtze River Economic Belt over the past decade, particularly in the area of ecological protection and infrastructure development [1][2]. Group 1: Infrastructure Development - A batch of new and renovated sewage pipeline projects has been initiated, with a focus on addressing urban sewage network deficiencies. The National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) plans to allocate 24.4 billion yuan in special long-term bonds by 2025 to support approximately 12,000 kilometers of sewage pipeline construction along the main and major tributaries of the Yangtze River [1]. - Major engineering projects are being advanced, including the feasibility study approval for the Three Gorges Waterway New Channel Project, with preliminary work underway. Key river channel improvement projects are also being expedited, with the upper section from Fuling to Fengdu completed and in trial operation, and the middle section of the Jingjiang River nearing completion [2]. Group 2: Environmental Protection Initiatives - A series of special governance actions have been organized to address water pollution in industrial parks along the river, focusing on improving environmental infrastructure. Actions include soil pollution remediation in chemical decommissioning areas and comprehensive management of phosphogypsum, with over 60 million tons safely disposed of [1]. - The NDRC has implemented key policy measures, coordinating over 100 billion yuan in funding for ecological restoration projects, urban black and odorous water body treatment, and energy-saving initiatives in key industries along the Yangtze River [2]. Group 3: Future Plans - The NDRC will continue to work with relevant parties to ensure the implementation of the three-year action plan, aiming for ongoing improvements in the Yangtze River's ecological protection efforts [2].